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Triglav Ski Touring Traverse

3 days / 2 nights

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Experience ski touring Slovenia to the fullest on this diverse journey through the winter fairytale of the Julian Alps.

Starting point

Vogel Ski Resort

Finish point

Krma Valley

Season

From December to April

Technical level

5/5

Fitness level

5/5

Tour type

Hut-to-Hut

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  • Tackle Slovenia's ultimate ski-touring challenge – Slovenian Haute Route
  • Ski through the heart of the Julian Alps
  • Enjoy the calmness of the mountains during winter
  • Spend an adventurous night in an authentic mountain bivouac
  • Have a safe and enjoyable experience with our expert mountain guide
  • Spice up your tour with an ascent of Mt. Triglav in winter conditions

What’s included in the price?

Guided

Licensed mountain guide
Tour design and organization
Transfer from Bled
Mountain hut reservation (the fee is payable in cash on-site)

NOT INCLUDED

Overnight stay at the Dom na Komni hut with half-board (must be paid in cash on-site – cca. 70€/person per night)
Food and drinks at the Dom na Komni hut
Tourist tax

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Avalanche safety gear
Extra day: Triglav summit
Luggage transfer
Return transfer from Ljubljana
Ski touring equipment rental

What to bring to the tour

  • Ski touring equipment (boots, skis, skins, and poles)
  • Crampons and ice axe
  • Helmet
  • 2 pairs of waterproof gloves
  • Ski goggles and sunglasses
  • Avalanche safety gear (shovel, beacon and probe)
  • 35 to 45-liter backpack
  • Warm base layer
  • Warm midlayer
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Waterproof or water-repellent ski touring pants
  • Down jacket
  • Sports socks and underwear
  • Headlamp
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sunscreen
  • ID card or passport
  • Food & snacks
  • Cash
  • Insulated water bottles or hydration pack
  • Toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Small first aid kit

The Triglav ski touring traverse is the ultimate way of experiencing the winter in the Slovenian Alps. Also called the Triglav “Magistrala”, it is the only true multi-day ski tour in Slovenia and a must-do for every ski tourer who finds himself in the Triglav National Park.

In three days, it takes you from Vogel ski resort to Komna plateau, through the Triglav Lakes Valley, across Hribarice mountain pass and down to Velska dolina and the Krma valley. Optionally, the tour can be extended by one day with a demanding climb of Triglav, the highest summit in the Julian Alps. It is a Slovenian mini version of the famous Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, much more peaceful, and just as beautiful.

It is a terrain full of ups and downs, none too steep, so a perfect way of enjoying the amazing scenery, while also putting your skiing skills to the test - it is a tour suitable for most ski tourers, that are confident in skiing independently and are in solid fitness condition - the backpack on the tour is a bit on the heavy side, because of the adventurous nature and remoteness of the tour.

The tour takes you into the winter paradise of the Julian Alps, across plateaus, valleys and snowy peaks. The terrain snow made almost unreachable by foot, suddenly becomes your ski playground.

We will spend our first night in a well-stacked mountain hut on the Komna Plateau, while our second night is spent in an authentic mountain bivouac, where we will rely on our own supplies.

Spending three days in the majestic scenery of snowy mountains that few people ever see in their entire lives will be an unforgettable and beautiful journey. Enjoy the wilderness of the Julian Alps with our most experienced guides and see what ski touring in Slovenia has to offer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Although Triglav is not the most difficult mountain to climb in Slovenia, it still requires a certain level of experience.

Climbing Triglav without the experience (or someone who has it) with moving in exposed and steep terrain, route-finding, and knowing the local weather conditions can lead to dangerous consequences — getting lost, seriously injuring oneself, or in the worst case, death. What’s 100% sure is that your hike won’t be half as enjoyable as it could have been.

A professional local guide has all the necessary experience and knowledge to make your hike safer and therefore, more enjoyable. They can also enhance the climbing experience with interesting stories and tips, making sure climbing Triglav is a fond memory.

Triglav is amongst the most popular mountains in Slovenia. It has a great symbolic value for us and the saying goes that you are not a true Slovenian until you stand on its summit. Therefore, you can expect a lot of people on the mountain in the high season (July-September), especially on weekends. On week-days, however, it is much more peaceful. Luckily, our guides have some tricks up their sleeves when it comes to avoiding the crowds. Hint: they know exactly when and where to go.

Thousands of people climb Mt.Triglav every year. Some come better prepared than others, who underestimate the climb, which can lead to accidents. But with the right approach, knowing the weather conditions (especially the possibility of thunderstorms and snowfall), with the proper safety equipment and an experienced guide, you can minimize the objective dangers and feel completely safe.

Mountain huts in the Slovenian mountains are very cosy and authentic, but provide only basic comfort. Don’t expect too much luxury. Early bookings are usually rewarded with a room but if all rooms are full there are dormitories. There is no shower and the lavatories are basic. There is running water but it is not drinkable. The food is tasty and local but the menu is limited to a few dishes and drinks.

The earlier the better. The highest season, from July to September, it is not unusual for huts to be fully booked for months ahead. Weekdays are better but we still suggest bookings at least a month in advance. Last-minute bookings are very dependable on the weather – if the forecast is not a perfect bluebird, then some spots usually become available a few days before.

We can’t transfer luggage between the huts since they’re not accessible by car. However, we’re happy to recommend luggage storage solutions for your convenience.

Ratings & Reviews

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5.0 average rating

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Jean Wang 王少君

Verified customer · 8 days ago

very wonderful trip

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Emma Brunyard

Verified customer · 8 days ago

My tour to Triglav was perfect from start to finish. My guide Luka was so lovely and kind and made sure I was okay the whole way, as well as pointing out the other mountains and animals along the way. He reassured me when I felt like I was being slow and let me know if we were on track and when we’d have breaks. Booking with Triglav Tours was so easy and the day before Luka was I contact to go over pick up times. He brought hiking poles for me just in case and I was so grateful he did! I couldn’t have wished for a better 2 days and the sunrise summit was a moment I will never forget. Words can’t express how grateful I am and how amazing the experience was!

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Bibilotta Victualia

Verified customer · 13 days ago

What a wonderful 3-day hut tour! Our guide Jakob picked us up in the morning near Bled and brought us back there afterward. The first day pushed my tired legs to their limits during the ascent, but after that, everything went smoothly. A very beautiful and varied via ferrata to the summit! Jakob handled everything brilliantly due to his years of experience and high fitness: he recognized dangers in time, communicated calmly and relaxed, and found a solution for each of our concerns, even if that sometimes meant two backpacks... :). It was just so much fun. The nature is breathtaking, and we encountered some animals. I will cherish the pictures in my heart for a long time, thank you!

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Luti Erbeznik

Verified customer · 21 days ago

Absolutely unforgettable experience! Everything went super smoothly, from booking and interactions with the Triglav Tours office folks to my return home. Our guide, Jakob, was a wonderful young man, congenial, friendly, kind, good listener, funny, patient, experienced and helpful. He picked everyone up in the morning. He gave us useful tips at the onset of the hike. He knew exactly at what kind of pace we should be walking to make it to Triglavski dom na Kredarici, where we had a lunch break. He figured out exactly when we should start the actual climb so as to avoid the rain and make it back to the hut on time for dinner. He demonstrated how to use the ferrata set properly for the climb and guided us up and down the summit without a hitch. We had a perfect weather for the ascent and the following day we started the descent early enough, again, to avoid getting rained on. Finally, Jakob dropped each one of the four of us in the tour group at our home or hotel (wherever others stayed at the time). I am sincerely grateful for this tour and would most highly recommend it to everyone who is ready for a good physical and mental challenge because, let me be clear — participants must have enough stamina and not fear heights.

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Piranhas Headcoach

Verified customer · about 1 month ago

We had a great experience with our guide Ziga. We had to switch up our plans due to weather and the company was flexible and assisted us with an incredible Via Ferrata for our family. Looking forward to returning and checking Triglav off next.

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Wing Tung Crystal Chu

Verified customer · about 2 months ago

We can’t express how much we love our guide, Luka! He is exceptionally well-organized and experienced(having climbed Triglav since he was just 11, impressive). He managed our expectations and kept us updated on the weather conditions, pace, and rest points, so we always knew how we were progressing, even as first-time Triglav climbers. Thanks to his professionalism, we had the perfect timing and enjoyed the best possible moment on Triglav. We have seen the ibex, cattle, rainbow, sunrise… This is truly one of our most unforgettable experiences in Slovenia!

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