Tomčeva koča na Poljški planini - Begunjščica
Starting point: Tomčeva koča na Poljški planini (1180 m)
| Latitude/Longitude: | 46,4085°N 14,2078°E |
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Walking time: 2 h 50 min
Difficulty: easy marked way
Elevation gain: 880 m
Elevation difference along the route: 900 m
Map: Karavanke - osrednji del 1:50.000
Recommended equipment (summer):
Recommended equipment (winter): ice axe, crampons
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Access to starting point:
From the Ljubljana - Jesenice highway, we take the Radovljica exit (from the Gorenjska side, exit Lesce) and follow the road ahead in the direction of Begunje. At the end of the village Begunje, we turn left towards Dom v Dragi (right Tržič). The asphalt road then brings us to the parking lot near Dom v Dragi. We continue right on the road in the direction of Roblekov dom and Poljska planina. Further, we follow the relatively steep and occasionally worse road in the direction of Poljska planina, where we park on the marked parking lot near Tomčeva koča.
Route description:
From the parking lot, we walk to Tomčeva koča, where a signpost for Roblekov dom directs us onto a footpath that goes into the forest. The path through the forest ascends moderately and soon brings us to the spot where many logs are stacked. These logs are intended for heating Roblekov dom. If we are willing and have enough strength, we can carry one to the hut (they will be very grateful).
The forest on the path becomes thinner and the path steeper. From the wide and well-made path, which is quite muddy after rain, nice views occasionally open up. The path then turns a little to the left and brings us to the spot where the path from the Prevala pasture joins from the right.
We continue on the left path, which after a further 10 minutes of diagonal ascent brings us to the mountain hut.
From the hut, we continue right in the direction of Veliki vrh on Begunjščica along the path which after a few steps goes into the forest. The short strip of forest quickly changes into bushes and higher into dwarf pines. After a good 20 minutes of ascent from Roblekov dom, we come to the next junction, where we again continue in the direction of Veliki vrh, which with 2060 m is the highest peak of Begunjščica. The path ahead ascends diagonally across the locally quite steep southern slopes of Begunjščica. The traverse path, which offers nice views on Gorenjska, has in the upper part a larger number of orientation loops. Because of the large number of hikers and sheep, numerous footpaths have formed in the upper part, which can quickly lead us off the correct path. To avoid getting lost, which can happen quickly in fog, we stick to the left (upper) otherwise very poorly marked path. The path, which is also dangerous for slipping when wet, finally brings us to the panoramic peak.
Izhodišče - Roblekov dom 1:20, Roblekov dom - Begunjščica 1:30.
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Discussion about the trip Tomčeva koča na Poljški planini - Begunjščica
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| Gost24. 07. 2006 |
THE ROAD TO TOMČEVA KOČA IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE WITH A CAR.
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| Gost6. 11. 2006 |
The day before yesterday (03.11.2006) I easily reached Tomčeva koča with Clio, despite the partially snowy road. Good luck, Tomaž.
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| Gost22. 11. 2006 |
I read in PV how Mr. Korošec proudly writes about the high-level concert that was on Roblek. We heard it live far around. Annoying. Very. In mountains silence and peace are given. Whoever likes noise and such concerts should attend fire brigade events and parties. High-level concerts leave to birds, wind.
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| Gost23. 11. 2006 |
This is how in the mountains we listen to the music that nature offers us.
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| Gost23. 11. 2006 |
It really bothers me on Krvavec.
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| Gost24. 11. 2006 |
Me too, such things in the mountains bother me very, very much! Also overly loud people.
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| Gost26. 11. 2006 |
Also in the hills above Kamniška Bistrica there is no PEACE. As long as business runs in the taverns, they don't care about nature.
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| kolesar19. 02. 2007 |
How is the road to Tomčeva koča at the moment?
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| kolesar19. 02. 2007 |
Halfway you'll have to go on foot then. Thanks for the reply.
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| Gost21. 02. 2007 |
How?
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| kolesar2. 03. 2007 |
What will the conditions be like this weekend? If anyone knows, please report it here. I plan to summit on Sunday. Thanks for the info.
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| kolesar2. 03. 2007 |
What will the conditions be like this weekend? If someone is going up tomorrow Saturday, please report it here. I plan to summit on Sunday. Thanks for the info.
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| kolesar4. 03. 2007 |
I was on Begunjščica today. I wrote more about the conditions in the current conditions. Good luck to all mountain friends.
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| Gost14. 06. 2007 |
On June 9 we were on Begunjščica. A trip worth visiting. Well-marked trail, only the road from the home in Draga is bad, difficult to drive at certain places. After the second bend over the second wooden bridge, the road is much better, but unfortunately we found that out only on the way back.
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| Gost23. 07. 2007 |
22.7. 2007
The path took me to Begunjščica, namely from Draga, past Planinica and Tomčeva koča, then to Roblekov dom, followed by the ascent to the summit. From the top, my husband and I returned via another path, namely via Preval planina, so we reached the koča na Prevalu. Then followed the path to the parked car. Including breaks, we took 8 hours. Caution is needed, especially on the descent, it was good that it hadn't rained the day before, otherwise it would have been very slippery.
Demanding, interesting, wonderful and HAPPY.
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| Gost16. 01. 2008 |
Hi,
has anyone been to Begunjščica these days?
I was there before Christmas and the hut at Roblek was open, on the path there was quite some snow.
Wondering if it's possible to get up there this weekend? Is it trodden, or what's the path like?
Best
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| Gost17. 01. 2008 |
I assume if it's snowing, the path isn't trodden
Wait a day, two or three then happily on your way.
Good luck
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| Gost17. 01. 2008 |
we'll tread it then
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| Gost17. 01. 2008 |
Treading can be very fun. Especially if you're first in the line.
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| Gost17. 01. 2008 |
yeah the last one fares best
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| johnybravoslo19. 01. 2008 |
Hi,
today we were at Roblek and went towards Begunjščica. We got to the halfway point where it was trodden, then continued treading ourselves.
We turned back because of the ice.
Yay ...it was nice.
Best
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| Gost21. 01. 2008 |
it was super
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| Nickster1. 08. 2008 |
I'm going up tomorrow through Roblek.
Hope the weather will be good
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| amer5. 09. 2008 |
I've been reading contributions for a long time, it's a shame people don't write more, because every piece of information is welcome. That's why I've decided to join you with comments from my trips. Last Sunday I was on top of Begunjščica for the first time. The "cream" reached up to 1,900 m altitude, so the ascent was quite murky, but on the summit it opened up to views of the peaks of Stol, Vratače, Grintavec to the east and of course the Julians to the west. I'd say the road to Tomčeva koča is passable by car, the host at Roblekov dom is a very friendly guy, especially they have excellent buckwheat žganci and mushroom (chanterelle) soup at Roblek. We missed the sour milk, unfortunately.
I expected a bit harder ascent anyway, but there were even 5-year-old kids on the top.
Excellent family trip!
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| heinz4. 10. 2008 |
I'm interested if the current conditions for a trip to Begunjščica are "winterly", i.e. if we need winter gear (crampons)..
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| vampek18. 05. 2009 |
I'm also interested in what the conditions are like on Begunjščica...
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| heinz23. 05. 2009 |
today- path dry, except 10m snow band -a few min below the summit, which is no obstacle (can bypass), some visitors- even small children (about 5 years)
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| tamala12. 08. 2009 |
Hello,
tomorrow I'm heading via Draga to Roblekov dom. Then we'd continue to Begunjščica, I'm wondering if the path from Roblek onwards is suitable for a dog? Note that it hikes with us in the mountains, but hasn't gone this high yet...
What is the path to Begunjščica like?
Thanks
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| velikanka12. 08. 2009 |
With the car you can go to Tomčeva koča, but you have to drive relatively carefully.
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| Bojan_A12. 08. 2009 |
@ tamala:
The path has just been repaired and is a real highway. Only the last few meters might be a problem, otherwise it's a good path.
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| heinz12. 08. 2009 |
Yes, it's a "highway" - compared to the previous condition, but still it's a serious steepness (I mean the path from Roblek towards the summit), so caution won't hurt. For less experienced it can be quite dizzying.
For the dog it's still suitable, while I didn't have it on a leash myself, but let it go ahead or it walked right behind me. The dog can suddenly jerk (especially if it encounters another), pulling you sideways or taking your balance, and there we are..
Otherwise, I suggest you take quite some water for the dog, as on the path (south sunny exposure), it can dehydrate quickly.
Good luck and happy hiking!
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| mojcej'7231. 10. 2009 |
Today on 31.10.2009 it was a beautiful day for a two-thousander without snow - from Draga to Tomčeva koča walking along the road, which can be tedious, then further to Roblekov dom through thick fog, which cleared up higher, so there was a beautiful view from the hut on the peaks poking out from behind the clouds ... further to Veliki vrh Begunjščice pure idyll, sunshine and friendly hikers ... on the way back I had knee problems again, but good spirits are the best, Kekec would say - definitely a well-spent Reformation Day
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| kris22. 11. 2009 |
TODAY I WAS ON BEGUNJŠCICA NICE WEATHER WITHOUT CLOUDS, ONLY ON THE SUMMIT IT WAS WINDY IT WAS WONDERFUL
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| eve4. 06. 2010 |
Hello, does anyone know what condition the road to Tomčeva koča is in? Is it passable?
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| Lothar8. 06. 2010 |
The trail is good, but still I recommend leaving the car in Draga and continuing on foot, because those "stinkers" don't belong in the mountains.
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| eve8. 06. 2010 |
I agree, thanks for the reply
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| eve8. 06. 2010 |
I agree, thanks for the reply
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| xCore19. 07. 2010 |
How far is it from the hut in Dragi to Tomčeva koča? How long does it take to hike?
Thanks for your reply.
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| Dario2. 03. 2011 |
Hi.. I'm interested if anyone has been up there in the last month?.. Some update would be very welcome, as we plan to "conquer" Begunjščica via the indicated path on Saturday Thanks for the info
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| Anthony2. 03. 2011 |
Hi Dario. Nice tour, but need to watch out for avalanches. Up to Roblek no problem, further on yes, so advice.
Before you go, check the avalanche risk level...
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| potepinka2. 03. 2011 |
don't miss the latest comments HERE about winter approaches
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| Dario10. 03. 2011 |
Thanks Anthony and potepinka! This is the kind of answer we're looking for 
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| hills25. 04. 2011 |
Today we set off from Planinca high plain towards Begunjščica. Snow only at the top and just a sample. Otherwise the path is dry, but it's wet so risk of slipping, caution is not superfluous anywhere and anytime otherwise no peculiarities. Really nice again at Begunjščica
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| Dominika13. 09. 2011 |
Hello! Does anyone know about the drivability of the road to Tomčeva koča? Thanks!
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| heinz13. 09. 2011 |
call 040 621 924 (caretakers of the koča on Poljska planina), and you'll find out everything..
Best,
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| bostjan8513. 09. 2011 |
the road for passenger cars is very bad (potholes), but it's possible to get up 
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| zanesenjak31. 07. 2013 |
Now I see it says in the trail description that the road is bad, it really is bad. So many ditches and nasty rocks. 4x4 recommended.
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| emil6623. 08. 2013 |
Can someone tell me if the road is drivable with a personal car at all and how long is the path from the home in Draga to the starting point?
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| otiv23. 08. 2013 |
I don't know about your fitness, but if there are no problems, leave the car in Draga and do a circular route, going past Roblekov dom to Begunjščica and from the summit back via Kalvarija to Preval planina and from there to Draga.
Otherwise, the road to Poljska planina is steep and more bad than good.
Good luck!
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| emil6624. 08. 2013 |
Remaining fitness is no problem, the idea for a circular route is good, thanks for the idea and lots of hiking pleasures.
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| paperclips6. 12. 2013 |
Hello.
Tomorrow I'm heading to Begunjščica.
Has anyone been around these parts recently? Conditions?
LP
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| Darxta31. 05. 2014 |
The road to the starting point is drivable, but you have to drive on it like on eggshells in first gear, every now and then almost stop and ford 2 small streams. For 3km on gravel you'll need about 15 minutes. But if Golf and 206 managed it, so will you!
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| marezt1. 06. 2014 |
hehe but it's still more worthwhile just to go on foot from Draga. The car suffers the least
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| alenka4s19. 10. 2014 |
Regarding the road from Draga to Poljska - I called Roblekov dom and the friendly caretaker advised where to go by car. I don't remember exactly where I drove, as I was at the summit on 23.9. On the road to Poljska, I observed it carefully and if you have a low car, that's really best. You walk a little on the road. But the car stays intact. I know if going with kids, you'd like to drive higher.
Regarding the caretakers, I mentioned friendliness: the lady and gentleman are exceptionally friendly and cook very well too. The hut is great too. Great view already from the hut. On the path to the summit and from the summit even better.
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| Zardun30. 09. 2015 |
Today we went along this trail with friends. The road to Tomčeva koča is in poor condition in places where water flows during rain. Still, we reached the starting point without issues with the off-roader. The caretaker at Roblekov dom is very friendly, and the trail wasn't too strenuous despite the cold weather.
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| Liutswind26. 03. 2016 |
Hi.. has anyone been up there in the last few days? How's the road (how far by car) and the trail itself?
Regards
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| pikica126. 03. 2016 |
Hi, I was on Begunjščica midweek, but not from the side you're asking about. I went up from Zelenica. But from the top I looked down in that direction towards Roblek and there was no visible track.
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| nordkap18. 04. 2016 |
hi,
maybe someone knows, how is the passage to Tomčeva koča, can you get there by car without problems.
how is it at the top of Begunjščica, is the path already normally passable and also the path to the hut at Zelenica.
And also if both huts Roblekov dom and dom na Zelenici are open for the weekend.
Thanks for all info
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| @rekar21. 04. 2016 |
The road to Poljska planina is dry and normally drivable, to Roblekov dom it is dry, further to the summit of Begunjščica there is still snow, Roblekov dom and the hut at Zelenica are open on weekends
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| nordkap21. 04. 2016 |
Thanks rekar,
I called the caretakers of both Roblekov dom and Zelenica, and they told me they will be open on Wednesday 27.4. as well and throughout the holidays.
Just maybe, when you say there's still snow, is it so much that you can't go up, I mean, if it's passable normally I don't mind if it's white.
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| nordkap22. 04. 2016 |
Unfortunately slamca doesn't open the pictures from your yesterday's hike for me, only FB from you, but since I'm not an FB user, it doesn't work.
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| travi23. 07. 2017 |
Next weekend 29th or 30th July we plan ascent to Begunjščica. There will be many of us for a van, so I'm interested what the road to Tomčeva koča is like?
thanks for help.
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| Gregorvu2. 11. 2017 |
Hello
I would go this path tomorrow. Does anyone know how the road to the starting point is?
Thanks
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| serajko2. 11. 2017 |
hi
On Saturday on Poljska there were mainly only tereci. In the lower part there are quite a few "little hills".
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| trdi3. 11. 2017 |
In my opinion it's not for a van, because you have to cross a couple of gullies and the front fender scrapes the ground, otherwise the road is fine. It's really nice if you have a higher car or go very slowly over them.
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| Salewa7. 06. 2018 |
Any new info on the road to the starting point? Is it possible to park lower down?
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| Darxta12. 06. 2018 |
The road to Tomčeva koča is drivable if the car is not too low, but it is true that you need to drive very slowly.
Parking is also possible lower down, occasionally there is enough space along the road to park the car.
I wouldn't recommend driving with a van, unless it's a more off-road variant.
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| Valgirt slo 6. 02. 2019 |
Hello.... I'm interested if anyone has been to Veliki vrh these days, and what the conditions are like.
Thanks...
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| rovn13. 03. 2019 |
I would set off on this path presumably on Sunday. How does the road look? thanks for the reply
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| coupet10. 06. 2019 |
is the road to Tomčeva koča drivable with a normal car?
thanks, best regards
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| @rekar10. 06. 2019 |
coupet, it's good to have chains with you, because there's still snow on the road in places
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| Marlot3. 09. 2019 |
Hello. Does anyone perhaps know what the road to Tomčeva koča is like? Thanks
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| iztok.maltar3. 09. 2019 |
for a 4x4, already below the gorge there are ditches along the road from water, and then above it again, damage to the car, better walk it, than regret possible damages...or bother with reversing and turning around
and you can even cut some young cheese along the path for dinner
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| ljubitelj gora3. 12. 2019 |
The road is suitable for off-road vehicles or some raised passenger cars. So you have to start a bit further from Draga. The description should be corrected.
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| Vršac19913. 05. 2020 |
On 3.5. we drove up the road to the top without issue. Road renovated a month ago, still some potholes but reachable with any car.
Top is snow-free, Roblekov dom opens next Friday.
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| brenky27. 07. 2020 |
Hi.. Does anyone know how the gravel road to Tomčeva koča is? I plan to go tomorrow with my dog.. Thanks for the info in advance
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| anica.zu22. 08. 2020 |
If you have a short and not too low car, it works. Slowly but surely. There are quite deep channels across the road for water drainage.
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| brincl30. 06. 2021 11:09:41 |
The road to Tomčeva koča due to deep channels is still not suitable for ordinary cars - it goes, but damages the undercarriage. Maybe possible with a slightly higher SUV, really suitable is only a proper off-roader.
The tour to Begunjščica itself is great and I recommend it!
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| 1muha4. 07. 2021 15:08:02 |
Yesterday there were quite a few private cars on Poljska planina. Long, short, tall, wide, low, in short, all kinds. A bit of caution and it's fine.
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| Kfunkelj22. 08. 2021 14:24:14 |
The road is damaged again. Sinkholes and bumps especially in the lower part. So you have to walk even to Tomčeva koča, it's ok for a 4x4, off-roader or some older car that you don't mind damaging.
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| bos4. 07. 2022 10:03:18 |
If anyone knows, what is the current condition of the road?
Thanks in advance for the reply.
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| Tajka6728. 07. 2023 07:53:42 |
The road has been newly gravelled, quite deep drainage ditches made, but you can slowly drive to Tomčeva koča. Parking is along the road, I didn't see an arranged parking lot. The path itself to Roblekov dom runs through the forest, no heat. To Begunjščica the second part of the path through scree and open terrain, nicely laid out path. Yesterday the wind took care that it wasn't too hot. At the top you have to share your snack with the bird friends. Nice view of distant mountains, of course also to Stol, and down to Prevala.
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| MarkoDime21. 08. 2023 08:54:03 |
The road is impassable for the last 3.8 km because it was washed away. 
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| jurep11. 09. 2023 08:23:13 |
Well, they've fixed the road and it's drivable again. But there are a few spots where the ruts are quite robust and if you don't have a slightly higher car, you might have trouble. Mine has 20cm ground clearance, and I still got stuck on the way up.
Anyway, given the condition after those floods, the people who fixed it deserve praise to make it drivable again. They didn't have an easy job
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| balon12. 09. 2023 10:01:08 |
jurep thanks for the post.
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| balon12. 09. 2023 12:13:45 |
Is there a stamp at the summit?
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| balon16. 09. 2023 20:16:19 |
Today drove the car route. Unfortunately from the penultimate hollow onwards towards Tomčeva domačija we couldn't go, the car is Smax but we still scraped the undercarriage. That's how it was intended. Begunjščica today in fog, quite a few hikers, one large group from the south. Recommended.
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| Najed27. 09. 2023 19:25:09 |
Where should I park if I can't drive to Tomčeva koča?
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| Enka27. 09. 2023 21:41:03 |
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| Najed28. 09. 2023 07:12:38 |
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| Rmeblb3. 07. 2024 07:56:49 |
Can one reach the parking lot at Tomčeva koča with a car that's not higher? Say Opel Astra wagon, which is lower in front? Or better not? Can it be left somewhere along the road between the hut in Draga and Tomčeva koča? How far from Draga onwards? Thanks
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| ljubitelj gora3. 07. 2024 13:37:40 |
Rather not, down in the valley there is a parking spot.
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| ovi21. 05. 2025 18:16:11 |
Well - what's the road to Poljska Planina like - can you at least get to Planinec? With a normal car, not 4WD or quad?
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| ovi23. 05. 2025 17:06:57 |
@ljubitelj gora - you know, not everyone is close to home and not as fit/old as you - think a bit,...before writing nonsense - and safe steps ;
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| ljubitelj gora24. 05. 2025 09:05:54 |
The road is open to traffic but it's very bad and more suitable for high old cars. Most people, as I saw, leave the car in the valley.
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| ovi24. 05. 2025 13:49:04 |
Well - you see it goes, we'll try with the old Klot and report. Thanks.
Ui j.s.
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| Toni-k26. 05. 2025 20:58:35 |
Hey, you'll report how the road is,, since you're of age, it's good to save a step
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| bumbi28. 05. 2025 17:35:25 |
Today we walked along the road only to Planinca. The road is excellent, completely smooth, suitable for any car. There is a barrier at the bottom, today it was open. The sign says the road is intended for landowners, hut keepers and forest management.
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| dbClimbing6. 06. 2025 16:30:57 |
How long does it take if you start on foot from Planinca?
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