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 have become a real hit – these are secured climbing sites, which can be climbed by virtually anyone. Take your climbing equipment and helmet, enter a climbing paradise, and the sky will be your limit.
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? Slovenia has no fewer than 113 natural climbing sites.
In recent years, ferratas, i. e. secured climbing trails suitable for nearly everyone, 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 ferratas with easier routes, mostly of grades B to C, where everyone can get a taste of the climbing adrenaline.
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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