Slovenians have climbing in the blood. This is proven both by the many first ascents by Slovenian mountaineers in the world’s highest mountain ranges, and by the outstanding achievements of sport climbers who have been among the world’s best for a number of years. We also have the first ever women’s Olympic champion in sport climbing! So it’s no surprise that in Slovenia you’ll find many possibilities for climbing adventures, both great and small.
In addition to the mountaineering routes in the Slovenian mountains, you can also encounter natural and artificial climbing sites and climbing centres with routes of varying degrees of difficulty. In recent years, via ferratas, protected climbing areas mostly found near tourist centres, have become a real hit. If you are not the most skilled climber, you can hire a licensed guide. Grab your climbing gear and helmet, make your way to a climber's paradise, and scale the soaring heights.
Perhaps it seems that these are the same at first glance, but there’s a difference between the ever more popular ferratas and protected mountain trails. It’s true that wire ropes, pegs and other protective equipment are used in both for safety, including a helmet, a self-belaying set and a climbing harness, but differences exist between the two.
Protected mountain trails
are set up in a natural mountain environment and equipped with safeguards, comprised of wire ropes, staples and pegs to help in climbing the most challenging and exposed sections of the mountain trail. However, the safeguards are not installed along the entire trail, but only at the most dangerous sections. There are no safeguards on many demanding and exposed sections of a protected mountain trail.
Ferratas
are set up in the natural environment of a rockface in the most advantageous way. They are often placed in the vicinity of tourist centres, next to mountain stopovers or sports parks.
The name Janja Garnbret will have a special place in sport climbing history. With her prowess on the wall, she pushes the boundaries of what’s possible, and stuns the climbing community with every performance. She was the first sport climber who managed to win all the world cup bouldering competitions in one season. Janja was also the first climber to take home all three titles of world champion at one championship – in lead climbing, bouldering and the combined discipline. And she was the first female climber to become Olympic champion, at the first Olympic Games to include sport climbing. This is Janja. Discover her way of getting to the top. Her energy. Janja.
Do you like climbing challenges in a natural rock face? Do you like climbing challenges on a natural rock face? Slovenia has more than 100 natural climbing sites. They are largely well maintained and equipped, but you’ll need your climbing gear. Most of these sites are located in the Julian Alps, but they can also be found elsewhere.
Hiking Slovenia’s is growing in popularity. There are also more and more visitors who want to climb natural walls or via ferratas. But all this also brings new, especially safety-related challenges. Whether you trip takes you to the high mountains or you just want to climb the walls in lower areas, make sure you have the right equipment, check the weather conditions and, above all, choose routes that match your physical and mental fitness and above all your comfort with heights.
Via ferratas or protected climbing routes of different grades are becoming increasingly popular in Slovenia as well. You’ll need climbing equipment – a climbing belt, personal protective equipment and a helmet, which you can rent there. To feel even safer, let guides help you during your climbs.
Visit popular via ferratas with routes mostly of grades A to C, which are also favoured by families.
Are you looking for even more challenging climbing, grades D or even E? Visit some of Slovenia’s more difficult ferratas.
In addition to natural climbing sites in Slovenia, there are also many climbing centres where you can also spend a rainy afternoon climbing on artificial walls. It doesn’t matter if you're not the best at climbing. Everywhere you go, you can learn to climb in climbing schools.
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