Dear colleagues and friends,
Nearly a decade after the World Federation of Rose Societies Congress, we are delighted to invite you to rediscover Arboretum Volčji Potok and experience the development of our rose gardens in a new light.
We are pleased to welcome you to the International Meeting in the Rose Gardens of Arboretum Volčji Potok, taking place on 4–5 June 2026 in Slovenia.
June is the season when the Arboretum’s rose gardens bloom in all their splendour. Together with the Slovenian Rose Society, we invite you to experience more than a thousand rose varieties, enjoy guided walks through three exceptional rose gardens, and discover the colours, scents and stories that make each rose unique.
Since hosting the World Federation of Rose Societies Congress in 2017, the rose gardens of Arboretum Volčji Potok have continued to develop in line with contemporary horticultural practice. In 2022, the Arboretum received the Award of Garden Excellence, recognising its dedication to beauty, expertise and sustainable cultivation.
Join us for a memorable programme of expert-led tours, music, culinary delights and warm fellowship among roses – in a setting where every bloom tells its own story.
The official language of the meeting is English.
Programme Overview
| Thursday, 4 June |
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| 19:00–21:00 | Welcome Party at Arboretum Volčji Potok |
| Friday, 5 June |
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| 9:00–13:00 | Expert guided programme through the rose gardens of Arboretum Volčji Potok: |
| – Visit of the Upper Rose Garden, featuring a contemporary collection of more than 600 rose cultivars | |
| – Presentation of the development of the rose gardens following the World Federation of Rose Societies Congress in 2017 | |
| – Ride on the electric train through the park with a general guided introduction to the history and development of Arboretum Volčji Potok | |
| – Presentation of the collection of Papal Roses and their symbolism | |
| – Visit of the Lower Rose Garden, showcasing tall-growing and historic roses as well as less commonly represented groups | |
| 13:00–15:00 | Lunch and social gathering among the roses |
| 15:00–18:00 | Optional programme: |
| – Excursion to Kamnik with a guided tour of selected works by architect Jože Plečnik | |
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| – Kneipp experience in the park, with time for relaxation and personal exploration | |
| 18:00–21:00 | Slovenian Rose Day: a sensory celebration of roses with tastings, storytelling and live music |
The programme takes place largely outdoors. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Registration Fee
The participation fee for the International Meeting (4–5 June 2026) is: €60 per person
The registration fee includes participation in the Welcome Party, lunch, entrance to Arboretum Volčji Potok, electric train tour of the park, expert guided visits of the rose gardens, and organisational costs of the event. Accommodation, travel expenses and the optional excursion to Velika Planina are not included in the registration fee.
Registration and Payment
Registration and payment of the participation fee must be completed via the online registration form below.
Registration deadline: 15 May 2026.
Optional Post-Meeting Excursion
For participants who wish to extend their stay in Slovenia, we are pleased to offer an optional post-meeting excursion to Velika Planina.
| Saturday, 6 June | |
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| 9:30–13:30 | Located close to Arboretum Volčji Potok, Velika Planina is one of Slovenia’s most picturesque alpine landscapes. The excursion includes a return cable car and chairlift ride, offering panoramic views of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. Participants will enjoy a guided tour in English through the traditional shepherds’ settlement, visit the museum and the Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows, and experience authentic local cuisine (traditional stew, sausage, cottage cheese dumplings with fruit topping). |
Participation fee for the Optional Post-Meeting Excursion (6 June 2026): €54 per person
The excursion is optional and can be selected during the online registration process.
Recommended Hotels
For your convenience, we suggest the following hotels located near Arboretum Volčji Potok. Please contact the hotels directly to arrange your reservation.
– Hotel & Restaurant Pri Špornu, Cesta Radomeljske čete 1, 1235 Radomlje (1.6 km)
– Penzion Repnik, Vrhpolje 186, 1241 Kamnik (6.3 km)
– Hotel Krona, Ihanska cesta 2, 1230 Domžale (6.8 km)
– Hotel Ambient, Aškerčeva cesta 6a, 1230 Domžale (7.2 km)
– Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Bratislavska cesta 8, 1000 Ljubljana (16.5 km)
– DoubleTree by Hilton Ljubljana, Dunajska cesta 154, 1000 Ljubljana (17.1 km)
Transport Information
– The motorway exit from Ljubljana towards Maribor is signposted in both directions (Exit No. 24, Domžale). Follow the road towards Radomlje. At the roundabout in Radomlje, the turnoff to the Arboretum is clearly marked. The distance from the motorway exit to the Arboretum is approximately 6.5 km.
– Transfer from Ljubljana Airport to Arboretum Volčji Potok is available with Taxi Kamnik. The fare is approximately €30 per car (up to 4 persons) and €40 per van (up to 8 persons). We have informed the company about the event, and they will be expecting participants of the meeting.
Booking phone number: +386 31 713 421
– Bus timetable from Ljubljana to Volčji Potok
View public transport information on our website
We warmly invite you to join us in celebrating the beauty, diversity and cultural heritage of roses in one of Europe’s recognised Gardens of Excellence.
We would be honoured by your presence.
We look forward to welcoming you to Arboretum Volčji Potok.
With kind regards,
Arboretum Volčji Potok
in cooperation with the Slovenian Rose Society
Contact Person
Breda Bavdaž Čopi
Tel.: +386 31 599 924
E-mail: breda.copi@gmail.com
