Sitting proudly above the town, Mali Grad is worth every one of the steep steps you must trudge in order to reach it. The 11th or 12th century castle itself may lie in ruins, but who doesn’t love some castle ruins? Inside, the two-storey, baroque-style chapel of St Margaret is perfectly preserved however, and it rests peacefully on top of an old Slavic burial ground. Not only that, but the crypt is supposed to be guarded by Veronika (she of half-woman half-snake fame), keeping would-be thieves away from her treasure.

Truth be told however, it is the views of Kamnik that really make Mali Grad a must-see when in the town. From the ruins of the castle you get a true idea of just how breathtaking Kamnik is. It is all understated yet colourful building and red roofs protecting narrow streets. Oh, and the Kamnik Alps lurking (can mountains lurk?) in the background, providing the most dramatic of backdrops to a sight you’d be foolish to miss.