Veliko Mlačevo

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Veliko Mlačevo is a village in the Municipality of Grosuplje, central Slovenia. It sits just southeast of the town of Grosuplje, in the traditional region of Lower Carniola and is now part of the Central Slovenia Statistical Region. The settlement includes the nearby hamlet of Boštanj.

The name means “big Mlačevo,” to distinguish it from Malo Mlačevo (“little Mlačevo”). It has appeared in historical records since the 13th century with various spellings, and it likely comes from a form meaning “village/field belonging to Milač (or Mladič).” In German, it has been known as Großmlatschevo.

Before World War II, Veliko Mlačevo had about 156 residents living in 28 houses. As of 2002, the population was 438.

The local church is dedicated to Saint Martin and belongs to the Parish of Žalna. It began as a 14th‑century Gothic building and was heavily remodeled in Baroque style in the 18th century. The church is first mentioned in 1331. It features an early Baroque high nave and 18th‑century altar furnishings. The main altar is from 1716, and the wall paintings date to the late 17th century. The north side altar includes a painting of Saint Anne by Franc Jelovšek; the south side altar has paintings by Matija Koželj, and the Stations of the Cross come from the school of Leopold Layer. The church is surrounded by a cemetery.