The Alpine Dairy Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the charming village of Stara Fužina, the Alpine Dairy Museum feels less like a formal institution and more like stepping directly into Slovenia's pastoral heart. It occupies a beautifully preserved 'planšarija', a traditional dairy farmhouse where history is practically embedded in the wooden beams. The entire place hums with the memory of generations of herders who spent their summers in the high Bohinj pastures. This isn't just a display of objects; it's an intimate story of resilience and resourcefulness told through the tools of daily life.
Collection Highlights
You'll find wonderfully specific artifacts, from hefty copper milk cauldrons and intricately carved wooden butter molds to the distinct musical cowbells that once echoed across the Alps. The collection doesn't shy away from the gritty details, showcasing everything from simple cheese presses to the personal belongings that made a shepherd's solitary summer bearable.
Visitor Information
Don't rush through; the charm is in absorbing the atmosphere of this authentic homestead. It's a compact museum, so you can get a rich, immersive experience without it taking over your whole day—perfect before or after a walk around Lake Bohinj.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a classic example of local alpine architecture, with its stone ground floor and a weathered wooden upper level topped by a steep, shingled roof designed to shed heavy snow.
