Triglav Ski Touring Traverse

Experience the diverse winter landscape of the Julian Alps by heading out on the best ski tour in Slovenia, traversing through the heart of the Triglav National Park.
Starting point
Ljubljana | Bled
Duration
3-4 days
Group size
max 4 people /guide
Technical level
Fitness level
Season
Jan - Mar
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Away from the summer crowds
Unspoiled nature
Through the heart of the Julian Alps
The ultimate ski tour in Slovenia
Slovenian version of the famous Haute Route
Optional ascent to Triglav
Authentic night in a bivouac
Skinning from Vogel towards Komna
Skinning from Vogel towards Komna
Snowboarding from Sija to Zadnji Vogel
Snowboarding from Sija to Zadnji Vogel
In the wilderness of the Julian Alps
In the wilderness of the Julian Alps
The winter sunset at Prehodavci Bivouac
The winter sunset at Prehodavci Bivouac
Untouched terrains on Komna Plateau
Untouched terrains on Komna Plateau
The labyrinth of Komna is tricky to navigate
The labyrinth of Komna is tricky to navigate
Skinning over the frozen Kidney lake The Seven lakes valley
Skinning over the frozen Kidney lake The Seven lakes valley
On Hribarice the highest point of out journey
On Hribarice the highest point of out journey
Skiing down to Velska dolina with Triglav in the background
Skiing down to Velska dolina with Triglav in the background
The last climb passing the Vodnik hut
The last climb passing the Vodnik hut
Kredarica and Triglav in winter
Kredarica and Triglav in winter
Ski touring in Triglav national park
Ski touring in Triglav national park
Day 1

The first day will start at the magnificent Lake Bohinj, where the cablecar will lift us to the Vogel Ski Resort and save us a big first-day climb. After that, we’ll put on our skis and hike to Šija, the highest point of the only ski resort in the Triglav National Park. Some excellent skiing follows, which takes us to Zadnji Vogel, from where there’ll be plenty of options that will depend on the conditions. We’ll continue our journey on the up and down route to Komna, the mountain karst plateau, where the Komna hut, our resting place for the night, awaits us.

Day 2

On the second day, you will slowly continue your way across the Komna plateau to the Double lake and the Triglav Lakes Hut. There, one of the more picturesque parts of the tour follows, the ascent through the stunning Triglav Lakes Valley besides the frozen lakes and the magnificent peaks towering over them. The day will end at Prehodavci, where the panoramic view to the western part of the Julian Alps will open up. Because the hut there is closed, we will have to get more adventurous and sleep in the authentic bivouac. It is well isolated, but not heated, which means we’ll have to use our sleeping bags.

Day 3

Next morning we will ascend to the Hribarice saddle, where there will be an option to also reach the peak of Kanjavec, with stunning views all around, especially on Triglav. After that, it’s all downhill on the excellent skiing terrain down to Velska Dolina. A few hundred metres of ascent from Velo Polje to the Bohinjska Vratca pass, and we’ll be skiing down to our end destination of the glacial Krma Valley.

Day 4

As a perfect last day, the Triglav ski traverse can extend by one day with a climb to the top of Triglav. It is meant for the more experienced hikers, as it is done on foot. When we arrive at Bohinjska Vratca on the third day, we continue to Triglavski hut on Kredarica, the hut with the highest elevation in Slovenia. After a night there, you have two options – Get your crampons and ice-axes ready to climb to the top of Triglav on foot, or skip that, and enjoy a long ski down past Stanič hut and valley Za Cmirom to the Vrata valley, or from Kredarica straight to the valley of Krma.

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Included in price

Professional local guide
Route planning and organisation
Transfer from Bled

Optional Extras

Ski touring equipment rental
Avalanche safety gear
Dinner and breakfast in the hut
Overnight in Komna mountain hut
Transfer from Ljubljana
Additional day - summiting Mt. Triglav
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595€
/person
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What to bring to the tour

Comfortable sports clothes
Insulation jacket
Extra layer
Extra ski socks
Windproof jacket
Ski touring boots, skis, skins and poles
Crampons and ice axe
Helmet
2 pairs of waterproof gloves
Ski goggles and/or sunglasses
Hat
Sun protection
ID Card
Enough food
Sleeping bag
Avalanche safety gear - shovel, beacon and probe
Backpack 35-45l
Cash for accommodation and food

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 our beautiful country.

It is a Slovenian mini version of the famous Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt. In three days, it takes you from Vogel ski resort to Komna plateau, through the Triglav Lakes Valley to the top of Kanjavec, across Hribarice, down to Velska dolina and the Krma valley. Optionally, the tour can be extended by one day to climb Triglav, the highest peak of Slovenia.

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.

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. Even though the route’s difficulty is low, it depends a lot on the conditions at the time. The perfect conditions are usually found in early spring when there is a lot of stable snow with the least possibility of avalanches, and the day is long.

The tour is not a walk in the park, as some previous experience with ski-touring is necessary. It also requires decent stamina, as each day will be around 8 hours of moving through the backcountry. The backpack you’ll carry will also be a little heavier, as one of the nights is spent in a bivouac, which requires bringing our own sleeping bags and food.

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.

Distance: 46 km (28,5 mi)
Elevation: 3300 vm (10900 feet)

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Things to know

Self-guided

Those who like a good adventure and limitless flexibility should go on a self-guided tour. We prepare the itinerary and book your accommodations while you enjoy the journey without our guide, being fully in charge of all the daily decisions. While you’ll have the full support of our team in case of any emergencies or concerns, a certain level of self-reliance is required.

Private Guided

Experience the great outdoors on a private guided tour tailored just for you. The tour is for those who want a hastle-free adventure and enjoy the flexibility of a small private group and not stress about the details of everyday planning. The guide will be fully at your disposal to make this experience as personalized as possible, maximizing the enjoyment during and after the tour.

Join a Group

For solo hikers or hikers who wish to meet other like-minded souls, don’t want to stress about tour-planning and other annoying details. We’re going to find you a group of like-minded outdoor enthusiasts and take care of all the other details. The tour will be led by our guide, who’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, ensuring maximum hiking enjoyment.

Expert Local Guides

Our professional guides know the local terrain and are trained to make this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity both safe and enjoyable.

Top Notch Equipment

We provide equipment rentals of helmets, harnesses, and more, by world-class quality brands.

Hassle-Free

We handle route planning, accommodations, transfers, and anything else you prefer not to deal with, so you can enjoy a carefree hike.

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