Across mountain tops to the sea

In Slovenia, lovers of long hikes will find trails with interesting themes and diverse characteristics, connecting the ends of this green country. Belonging to the most beautiful and popular trails are long-distance trails that are mostly part of international hiking links and which lead you from mountain peaks to the sea, and from the Pannonian plains to the karst world. These trails are well worth your time. Awaiting you along the way is hiking-friendly accommodation where you can take a break and enjoy local flavours.

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Safety comes first

Mountains and hills with their wild beauty and extensive views attract numerous mountaineers and hikers. But safety must be observed. When venturing on a hike, use suitable hiking equipment, check the weather forecast and choose the trails suited to your physical fitness.

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The most beautiful hiking trails

Slovenia features a multitude of exceptionally beautiful hiking trails. These include long-distance trails that lead you from one part of Slovenia to another and reveal the diverse Slovenian landscape along the way. There are also shorter trails that are popular with hikers due to the views and attractions to be enjoyed along the way. Which one will you choose? Let us offer you some suggestions.

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E6 European long distance path (Ciglar's Trail)

Cross Slovenia on foot from Pohorje to the Adriatic! On the 350-kilometre-long Slovenian part of the trail, which begins in Radlje ob Dravi, get to know the beauties of the Pohorje and the Posavje hills and discover the secrets of the Dinaric Mountains. Along the way, stop off at the lovely Snežnik Castle, and at the end take a dip in the sea in Strunjan.

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Total route length in Slovenia
350 km
Duration
20 days
Difficulty
easy to medium

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E7 European long distance path

The E7 European long distance path connects the Atlantic and the Black Sea and has a total length of 4,330 kilometres. In the Slovenian part of this international footpath, which starts in the Soča Valley, you will cross Slovenia from west to east. You will encounter hospitable residents of small villages along the path and climb picturesque hills and cross beautiful valleys. The highest point on the trail is the 1,630-metre high Porezen. The path leads you from the Cerkno Mountains towards Dolenjska and the Pannonian Slovenia to the Hungarian border.

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Total route length
600 km
Duration
30 days
Difficulty
easy to medium

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Zasavje Mountain Trail

This long-distance trail in Zasavje leads from the Bizeljsko wine district to the top of the Kum. In the hilly part of Posavje you will be treated to a special experience in the characteristic repnice, cellars for wine and crops carved out of flint stone. The trail then enters the hills and valleys of Zasavje and leads you past the geometric centre of Slovenia above the village of Vače.

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Total route length
200 km
Duration
12 days
Difficulty
medium

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Koroška Mountain Trail

The Koroška Mountain Trail leads you along the slopes of the three valleys of Koroška – the Mežica, Drava and Mislinje valleys and connects the Karawanks, Pohorje, and Kozjak ranges and the Savinja Alps. This circular, long-distance trail is 230 kilometres long in total, but you can also opt for shorter, one-day tours.

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Total route length
230 km
Duration
10 - 12 days
Difficulty
difficult, with individual easier sections

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Via Dinarica Slovenia

Awaiting you on the Slovenian section are picturesque karst plateaus, an astonishing underground world, mysterious intermittent lakes and primeval beech forests that are part of the UNESCO heritage.

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Total route length in Slovenia
160 km
Duration
10 days
Difficulty
easy to medium

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