Bitner will not just be a renovated building but a lively public space: open to everyone, with a focus on older people, local societies and visitors.
What is being renovated
The building is getting a new roof, new windows and doors and a new façade, modernised sanitary facilities, new electrical and mechanical installations, renovated interiors, a suitable staircase, an external lift for people with reduced mobility and landscaped surroundings with a green car park. The building’s dimensions remain unchanged: we are renovating it, not demolishing it.
What the building will house
The ground floor will house a small café-restaurant with a kitchen, a day centre, a tourist information centre and a reception. The upper floor has two guest rooms for overnight stays as well as spaces for workshops, coworking, exhibitions and lectures. All 11 programme areas are presented on the Programmes page.
Who it is for
For everyone: older residents, families, young people, local societies, remote workers and visitors to Pohorje. The building is designed as a public space that adapts to the needs of the community.
Who will look after Bitner
The building remains in municipal ownership. It will be managed by a public institution (Bitner Institute), which will be responsible for the programme, the allocation of rooms and maintenance. The tourist information centre on the ground floor will also be the first point of contact for activity providers and users of the premises.
