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December 9th, 2021
Halfway between Bled and Kranjska Gora lies the fabulous alpine Krma Valley. However, there are several glacier valleys in Triglav National Park, one of the longest is the 8 km long Krma. The valley is popular not only because it is one of the most beautiful sights around Kranjska Gora but also because it is the easiest hiking trail to Mount Triglav. The valley is also the starting point for many hiking trails into the surrounding mountains. The valley leads on to the Radovna Valley. Rado
November 30th, 2021
One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Slovenia is the 144-meter-high Boka Waterfall in the Triglav National Park. The huge waterfall is already clearly visible from the road, finding it will not be a problem. The river's strength is staggering in the spring and after heavy rains. You may have seen photos of the karst waterfall as it is one of the most popular attractions near the city of Bovec. Although Boka is not the highest waterfall in Slovenia, it has the highest water flow and is undoub
November 17th, 2021
One of the most climbed mountains in Slovenia is the giant Vogel next to Lake Bohinj. The 1922-meter mountain can be reached not only by hiking but also by cable car and a ski lift, with which anyone can walk on the grassy barren slopes. The cable car takes enthusiastic tourists up to 1,537 meters, from where you can continue your journey uphill, or if you want a more relaxed and easier trip, you can take a walk on one of the many hiking trails (which doesn't ascend too much). Quick Deta
August 14th, 2021
Next to Kobarid, in the Triglav National Park, you will find the Alpine Krn Lake. The lake is not only the most beautiful glacial lake in the Krn Mountains (2,244 m) but also the largest glacial lake in Slovenia. It is only accessible by hiking and every year, countless tourists admire it. The solitary lake is 300 meters long, 150 meters wide, and offers a perfect view of the surrounding barren mountains (Julian Alps). The deepest point of the lake is 17 meters. ❗Swimming and fishing are prohi
August 13th, 2021
The character of the Krn Mountains is exciting and radiates a real alpine feeling. Located in the Julian Alps, Triglav National Park, Slovenia; it attracts many hikers each year. However its peaks are not very high, the relative elevation differences are quite significant. For example, the southern slopes continue to descend for more than 2,000 meters toward the Soca river. Certain mountains in the group are steep and difficult to reach. The so-called “Trenta character” can already be seen in t
August 12th, 2021
The highest point of the Krn Mountains is Mount Krn (with the same name). It is a real alpine hiking paradise. It does not stand out in terms of height, as there are several higher peaks in Slovenia (see Triglav at 2,864 m). However, most of the mountains are located further north, while Krn stands a little lonely on the southern part of the mountain range. Quick Details Mt Krn Details Country Slovenia Local / Italian name Krn / Monte Nero Location Triglav Nationa
July 16th, 2021
In the northern part of Slovenia, not far from the Austrian border, lies one of the most photographed roads in the country - Spicnik. Although the wine region has always been a popular inbound destination, the number of foreign tourists has increased significantly in recent years. In addition to the fine wines from here, it is also attractive to tourists around Maribor or Ljubljana, as it is only 30 minutes away by car from Maribor. Therefore, it will be a perfect weekend destination even if we
July 13th, 2021
Located in the Triglav National Park, the 15-meter-high Kozjak Waterfall is one of the most beautiful and popular waterfalls in all of Slovenia. The magical waterfall is located at the end of a gorge, hidden in a rock cave. It is not the highest, nor does it have the most mass of water - still, one of the most beautiful ... Even the forest path leading here is wonderful. The route runs deep in the woods along River Soca, occasionally crossing it on small wooden bridges. At the end of the hike,
June 11th, 2021
Slovenia is rich in water, caves, and natural attractions. The Mezica mine combines these three, as you can cycle in the dry level and kayak in the wet level of the former mine! It was closed in the mid-'90s, later opened for the public as a tourist attraction - and soon, it became one of the best natural sights in the country. You can also explore two levels of the family-friendly cave system. The dry cycling section is 500 meters, while the wet-kayaking section is 700 meters below the surface
June 9th, 2021
Located in the Triglav National Park, the river Soca is the most popular summer destination for tourists in Slovenia. The centre of the park is the fabulous holiday village of Bovec. Along with the river, the town offers many leisure activities (such as hiking, canyoning, kayaking, SUP, etc.), but the most popular is rafting. There are three main reasons for the popularity of rafting. One is that it is the cheapest program, which can cost almost half as much as the other sports. The minimum age
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