Triglav is in the Julian Alps and is the highest mountain in Slovenia at 2864 m. It stands majestically in the centre of the National Park named after it. The name Triglav has its root in pre-history and probably described a god. In modern Slovenian the word also means threeheads. This describes the mountain well because from afar it looks as though it has three peaks. The mountain is the Slovenian National Symbol and appears on the country’s flag.
The first recorded climb to the summit took place in August 26th. 1778. It is now said that you are not a complete Slovenian until you have climbed Triglav.
You need suitable footwear and clothing for high mountains and equipment for self-protection (helmet, climbing belt and self-protection kit), which you cn borrow in the hut. If you want to know more click here. Level of difficulty
The tour is suitable for experienced mountaineers (max. 10 people). A good level of fitness is required.
Itinerary |
Day 1 |
airport transfer – Bled – settling in at Savica hut |
Day 2 |
Savica hut – Komna mountain hostel – Triglav lakes hut |
Day 3 |
Triglav lakes hut – Prehodavci Edelweiss – hostel on Kredarica |
Day 4 |
hostel on Kredarica – Triglav |
Day 6 |
Triglav lakes hut – Ovcarija mountain – Triglav lakes hut |
Day 7 |
Triglav lakes hut – Ovcarija mountain – (Dedno polje) – Crno jezero – Komna mountain hostel |
Day 8 |
return to the valley – transfer to the airport |
Prices from $ 1090 with mountain guide or from $ 730 without mountain gude. |
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This delightful itinerary represents a pleasant mixture
of sightseeing, hiking within lush valleys, and
climbing the highest peaks.
It transport you to some of the most stunning
parts of Slovenia, hidden far away from the
crowds and civilisationa and representing
the last pearls of unspoilt nature.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL, BOHINJ
After arrival in Slovenia transfer to your hote in Bohinj. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Bohinj.
DAY 2: BOHINJ
Full day in Bohinj – hike to beautiful Savica waterfall, see the deep gorge of Mostnica river, take the cable car ride to Mt. Vogel and enjoy spectacular view of Bohinj valley and surrounding mountains. Possibilities for adrenaline sports: paragliding, canyoning, zorbing. Overnight in Bohinj.
DAY 3: BOHINJ - KREDARICA
Transfer to Pokljuka plateau, the starting point for climbing Mt. Triglav. Hike through pine forests and green pastures to our destination – a mountain of sheer rock. Overnight in Kredarca mountain hut, a few hundred metres below the top of the mountain.
Walking time: approx. 6 hours.
Level of difficulty: moderate.
DAY 4: KREDARICA – TRIGLAV – TRIGLAV LAKES
Wake up call at 3am! Be on top of Mt. Triglav to see the first rays of the sun and to enjoy the spectacular view and unspoilt nature! After a short rest, start your descent down to the most beautiful valley in the Slovene Alps – Triglav Lakes Valley, formed by the remains of Triglav Glacier. Enjoy the seven lakes, which are at the core of the Triglav National Park since 1924 when the park was established. Overnight in a mountain hut located on the greatest and most beautiful of the lakes.
Walking time: approx. 8 hours
Level of difficulty: demanding
DAY 5: TRIGLAV LAKES – KOMNA – KRN LAKES
Continue your journey down Triglav Lakes Valley to the plateau of Komna, directly above Bohinj Lake. Take a
rest with a great view of the lake, then continue to Bogatin, the legendary place of the Goldenhorn (a myth recreating the creation of the Slovenian Alps). Hike further to the mountain hut at Krn Lake and learn about the history of World War 1 along the way. Here, under cover of the mountains and close to the greatest battle fronts in Europe (more than 1 million casualties along the Soca river front) were numerous strongholds and fortifications, nowadays all are in the ruins and you free to visit. Overnight in the mountain hut.
Walking time: approx. 8 hours
Level of difficulty: moderate
DAY 6: KRN LAKES – KOBARID - BOVEC
Early wake up call and short descent to the valley of
Lepena, part of Soca Valley where you will see the remains of World War 1 – old forts, bunkers, military roads and the world famous WW1 museum in Kobarid. Possibilities of adrenaline sports: canyoning, rafting. Drive to Bovec, accomodation in hotel and overnight.
Walkingtime: approx. 2 hours
Level of difficulty: easy
DAY 7: BOVEC – VRSIC PASS – KRANJSKA GORA
Drive up the Soca Valley to Vrsic Pass – the road built by war prisoners during WW1. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings. From the Pass there is a short descent to Kranjska Gora. Continue further to Planica - see the highest ski jump in the world! Planica is world famous with its annual World Cup and has the world record in ski jumps. It is located at the entrance to Tamar valley, the most beautiful (second to the Triglav Lakes Valley) valley in Slovenia, which is popular for its green pastures and spectacular mountains. Spend the afternoon and your last evening at leisure enoying this wonderful alpine ambience.
Walking time: approx. 4 hours
Level of dufficulty: easy
DAY 8: DEPARTURE
Depending on time of your flight, morning at leisure until your transfer to the airport..
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