Mountains

The most beautiful views await you on the tallest peaks.

Safely reach the views from the highest peaks

The trails to the high mountains always reward you with incredible views. Discover the charms of the Julian Alps with the highest Slovenian peaks, the grandeur and beauty of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, and enjoy the idyllic beauty of the Karavanke Mountains. However, these trails, especially in the Julian Alps and the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, are often demanding and usually require more energy and time, so they are only suitable for mountaineers who have a good level of physical fitness and the right equipment, which they must know how to use. If you are unfamiliar with these trails, it is recommended that you are accompanied by a mountain guide.

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Julian Alps

Once you reach the top, time stops. Here, mountains rise over 2500 metres, thus making the Julian Alps the highest mountain range in Slovenia. At 2864 metres, Mt. Triglav is the highest mountain in Slovenia. A handful ascent variants lead to the high mountain peaks, crossing glacier-carved valleys, precipitous rock walls and forest plateaus. Most of the trails to the highest peaks are quite or very difficult, so it is best to go with mountain guides. If you'd prefer an easier tour, take the Juliana Trail, a long-distance trail that will take you 300 kilometres around the Julian Alps, revealing the natural and cultural heritage of the whole area.

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The Karavanke Alps

Explore the natural beauties of the Karavanke Alps, the longest Slovenian mountain range. Numerous trails lead you to panoramic mountain tops, mountain pastures, valleys, and gorges. On the way, take a look at waterfalls, diverse plant and animal species, rich nature, and preserved cultural heritage. Here, marvel at the natural wonder of daffodils on Mt. Golica, which are so lush and dense when they bloom in the spring that they almost seem like a covering of snow.

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The Kamnik and Savinja Alps

The Kamnik and Savinja Alps are very popular among mountaineers. The highest peaks exceed 2500 m. They are reached by well-marked hiking trails, some of which are very challenging, so be careful which trails you choose or leave the decision to mountain guides. The Velika Planina mountain pasture is considered to be one of the most beautiful Slovenian mountain pastures. In the middle of the mountainous landscape, there are two of the most beautiful valleys in Slovenia – the Logar Valley, with the Rinka Waterfall, and the Kamniška Bistrica Valley. A hike to the glacier under Mt. Skuta is a special experience, and you can also visit a popular panoramic viewpoint on the summit of Mt. Storžič.

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From the kitchens of Slovenian mountain cabins

There are more than ten thousand km of marked mountain trails threaded throughout the dynamic landscape of Slovenia, and more than 150 mountain huts can be found along them. On weekends in particular, one can detect the aromas of typical Slovenian stews drifting from their kitchens. Many places offer locally typical delicacies. You might be offered žganci (mush) with sour milk if you visit mountain pastures where shepherds live.

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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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There’s nothing better than comfortably resting after reaching the end of the trail

You will find pleasant accommodation in specialised hiking facilities, mostly hotels.

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Kamp Koren Kobarid

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Hostel Pod Voglom

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Hotel Bohinj

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Lukov dom na Kopah

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Hotel Cerkno

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Hotel Kompas

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Kamp Siber

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Hotel Montis

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Camp Jezero Kočevsko

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Kamp Danica

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Turistična kmetija Lenar

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Terme Snovik

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On the steep and less steep trails of Slovenia

The Julian Alps, the Karavanke Alps, the Kamnik and Savinja Alps, Pohorje Hills, the rolling hills of the Dolenjska Region, or trails in valleys and plains. You can hike anywhere in Slovenia.

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Long hikes, satisfying experiences

In Slovenia, lovers of long walks are able to find trails with interesting themes and diverse characteristics, connecting mountain peaks and valleys with coastal areas. Hike on the Alpe Adria Trail, the Walk of Peace, the E7 European long-distance path, etc.

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Hiking in the hills

Head to green forests. You can hike on easy trails or you can be challenged by high mountain peaks. Numerous hiking trails are close to towns, so you can simply take various one-day trips.

To the highest peaks

The path to the mountains always rewards you with incredible views of Alpine peaks. There are trails of various difficulty, so choose the right one for your experience, physical fitness and equipment, or hire a mountain guide.

Hiking and Mountaineering

Slovenia is an Alpine paradise. More than 10,000 kilometres of marked hiking trails and 352 mighty peaks over 2,000 metres await you. Some are only accessible to Alpine climbers and mountaineers accompanied by professional mountain guides.

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12Jul-26Jul

Do you want to walk on the moon? We can't give you the opportunity to do that, but it's true that the bottom of the intermittent Lake Cerknica looks quite...

Hike: A walk on the moon

Cerknica 10,00

19Jul

Take a monster roller ride along the rugged trail from the top of Slivnica and experience a real adrenaline adventure! Catch unforgettable views and enjoy...

Experience: Monster roller descent from mount Slivnica

Cerknica 35,00

14Aug-19Aug

I feel Slovenia HIGHLANDER Hercules and Pegasus Kamnik-Savinja Alps are multi-day, non-competitive hiking adventures across the beautiful peaks and valleys...

I feel Slovenia HIGHLANDER Kamnik Savinja Alps

Slovenija

14Sep

We will start a longer hike (21 km) at 9:00 a.m. in front of the remains of the Šteberk castle in Podšteberk next to Lipsenj by Lake Cerknica, and on...

From Šteberk to Karlovec castle

Lipsenj 15,00

13Sep

Discover a unique piece of the mystical land of Lake Cerknica by climbing to the top of Baba (1085 m) - a beauty among the Javorniki hills!

Let's walk to »Javorniška baba«

Rakov Škocjan 15,00

07Sep

We invite you to join us for a hike to the former pilgrimage site - Križna gora. We will start at Bločice and go along the edge of the Bloško field into...

View from Križna gora to Lake Cerknica

Bločice 10,00

06Sep

Join us on a hike through the idyllic Menišija plateau. The path, which leads us in the bear's footsteps, is a well-visited hiking destination on the...

Following the bear's footsteps

Selšček 10,00

08Nov

A highly challenging ultra-trail running event, GO4Trail combines a breathtaking backdrop, historical landmarks, and an unforgettable sports experience....

GO4Trail

Solkan

08Nov

For the twenty-sixth time in a row, the Laško Mountaineering Association has organised a hike along the old Laško market borders. This hike revives a...

Hike Along the Old Laško Market Borders

Laško 10,00

05Oct

Hiking, nature and outdoor enthusiasts, join the Hiking Laško Trails event. Starting in Jurklošter, we will walk on the marked trail to the peak of Sveta...

Hike to the Hill of Sveta Trojica

Laško 8,00

20Sep

Nature and outdoor enthusiasts, join the Hiking Laško Trails event.

Hike on the Three Churches Trail

Laško

06Sep

This interesting and scenic hike was organised to celebrate the Svetina local holiday and to commemorate Ivan Ulaga, also known as Vrhovski Anzek. On...

Anzek’s Hike from Laško to Svetina

Laško 9,00

23Aug

You are welcome to join us for a hike along the nature and historical trail, which is the fourth hike of the Hiking Laško Trails 2025 promotional campaign....

Hike on Orion's Trail

Laško 8,00

11Oct

At the start, all participants will receive a hiking pass of the Pot Srečno themed tourist trail. They will be offered drinks and snacks along the trail,...

4th Hike on the Pot SREČNO Trail from Laško to Zagorje ob Savi

Laško 15,00

26Apr-08Nov

With the hike to the peak of Hum on 26 April 2025, we start a promotional campaign of guided hikes on the maintained themed hiking trails of the destination...

Hiking Laško Trails 2025

Laško

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