MOUNTAINEERING IN THE SOČA VALLEY
He who climbs the highest mountains,
laughs at all tragedies, real or imagined.
– Friedrich Nietzsche
Embark on an extraordinary mountaineering adventure in the Soča Valley, a region that transforms climbing into a truly unique experience. The towering walls of Triglav National Park provide a breathtaking backdrop, captivating everyone who gazes upon them. However, we advise that these majestic walls are best suited for seasoned climbers.
Discover the allure of the northern littoral walls in the Soča Valley, where the remarkable Loška Wall spans an impressive 7 km, ranking among the largest ridges in Slovenian mountains. Nestled in the embrace of the Julian Alps, Bovec, Kobarid, and Tolmin serve as ideal gateways for mountaineering excursions of various difficulty levels. Your journey into the heart of these picturesque landscapes promises an unparalleled alpine adventure.
Mangart (2678 m) is the peak of the Julian Alps, located on the border between Italy and Slovenia. Are you ready for an adventure on one of the most beautiful Slovenian mountains?
Due to its easy access, the peak is very popular among climbers, especially in the summer months. In fact, a large part of the route can be done by car along the Mangartska road (the highest alpine road in Slovenia), which climbs to an altitude of 2000 m.
The road ends at Mangartské sedlo. From there, it takes about 45 minutes to enter Slovenska, a very demanding protected route.
Just climbing to the top takes 2 to 3 hours. Although the climb is quite technical, it is still suitable for beginners. Finally, we will go down the Italian route back to the starting point.
With its width of around 3000m and height of 1200m, the northern wall of Triglav is one of the most powerful walls in the Alps. Its greatness is testified by the fact that the term Wall with a capital letter has caught on.
Many climbing routes lead through it, the easiest of which is the Slovenian route, which should not be underestimated!
The Slovenian route is served by places rated with the 3rd difficulty level, so it is suitable for anyone who likes to undertake more difficult hiking tours on their own, but lacks mountaineering skills.
The route also crosses the famous Zlatorog ledges, which allow us to enter the very heart of the Wall and thus feel its greatness.
If you want to say “yes” to an unforgettable adventure, join me!
Like most Alpine countries, Slovenians also have their own “hot route”, called the Triglav Highway. This is the only multi-day touring ski tour in Slovenia that should not be missing from the wish list of every true touring skier.
The main road starts at Vogel and takes us via Komna and the Valley of Triglav Lakes to Hribarice, from where we ski to Velo Polje and climb over Konjski preval to Triglav hut on Kredarica. From here we ski to the Krma valley, where the highway ends.
First day: Time 6 hours
Length: 14 km
On the first day, we take the gondola to Vogel, where the Triglav highway really begins. At the beginning, we drive along the ski track to the Zadnji Vogel mountain, where we leave the organized tracks and head towards the former Kal mountain. We start climbing from the mountain towards Konjske sedlo. We descend from the saddle to Snežna konta and climb back to Govnjaški Kuk, from where we ski to Govnjač mountain, through which the route takes us in half an hour to hut on Komna, where we have refreshments and spend the night. If we’re lucky, the legendary Fox, a regular visitor to hut on Komna, who especially likes prosciutto, comes to greet us.
Second day: Time 7-8 hours
Length: 13 km
On the second day, we will not stick to the original route, but we will spice it up a bit. From hut on Komna we will reach Na Kalu mountain via Lepa Komna. From here we will continue our journey in the direction of Čelo, and after a little over an hour the only descent of the day awaits us. We ski down the rugged terrain to the Lopučnica mountain, from where we first have a steep ascent that takes us to hut at Triglav lake. We continue our journey along the picturesque valley of the Triglav Lakes. At the top of the valley we reach the Zasavska hut on Prehodavci. Since the cabin is not open, we cook our own dinner and spend the night in a nicely arranged bivouac.
Third day: Time 9-10 hours
Length: 26 km
From the bivouac, we first climb to Hribarice, from where we ski down to Velo polje. From here, we first climb to Konjski preval, and then continue to Triglav hut on Kredarica and ski down to the Krma valley.
I am Igor Kremser, a mountain guide with an international IFMGA license, born in 1987. Throughout my mountaineering career, I have participated in expeditions to the Andes, Himalayas and China. We were also nominated for a golden ice ax with our fellow climbers for the climb to the Chinese peak of Xulian Feng.
People go to the highlands for a variety of reasons. Some want to test themselves and overcome the challenge offered by a high mountain or a difficult climb. Others want to enjoy the stunning beauty and natural wonders that the highlands have to offer. Still others want to get away from everyday life and indulge in the silence and peace offered by unspoilt nature.
In addition, visiting the highlands can also help improve physical and mental health. Walking in the highlands is a very demanding physical activity that strengthens the heart, muscles and bones. At the same time, it also encourages thinking and relaxation, which has a positive effect on mental health.
View towards Mangart
The Soča Valley is the land of the highest and most powerful peaks of the Julian Alps. Marked mountain trails climb from the valley into wild mountain corners, including the trail to Triglav (2,864 m), the highest Slovenian peak.
The high mountain world of the Julian Alps, the unspoilt nature of the Triglav National Park and the refreshing proximity of the Soča River make the Soča Valley one of the most beautiful hiking destinations.
Triglav north wall – Slovenian route
Mangart – Slovenian route
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The apartments are designed with respect for the pristine nature of the Triglav National Park and the cultural heritage of the local environment. They are characterized by spaciousness, brightness, carefully selected natural materials and top-quality equipment in a modern Alpine style.
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