Presentation of the traffic regulation on Vršič Pass, Kranjska Gora 13 May 2025
The Ministry of Infrastructure, together with the Municipality of Kranjska Gora, presented the planned traffic regulation on Vršič Pass at a public forum.
TRAFFIC REGULATION IN THE 2025 TOURIST SEASON
The Ministry of Infrastructure's investment in barriers on the Kranjska Gora and Trenta sides will be completed on schedule, but the new traffic regime will not yet come into effect in 2025. This year, parking on Vršič Pass will still be managed by municipal attendants. After the end of the main tourist season, presumably in the second half of September, the system will be temporarily established for a period of 14 to 21 days. The purpose of the temporary establishment is to verify the smooth operation of the system and possible elimination of errors, which is not possible during the high tourist season.
THE SYSTEM WILL COME INTO EFFECT IN 2026
In the main months of the 2026 summer season (from 15 June to 15 September), the system will already be tested and fully established. To make the traffic regulation system as little disruptive as possible for all users of the area between the barriers, the introduction will proceed in phases.
1st phase, established in 2026:
On both sides of the pass (entry points in Kranjska Gora and Trenta), two entry lanes will be established:
Lane for parking at the top of Vršič Pass: Parking will be paid and limited to 92 vehicles. The parking ticket that users will receive at the entry barrier will serve as proof of the right to park at the pass. When the parking spaces are full, a red light will turn on on the information boards before the barriers, meaning that parking at the top of the pass is no longer possible until the parking space is freed. Due to the limited parking areas at the pass and with the aim of accessibility to the pass, public bus transport from both valleys will be reinforced during the high season.
Lane for transit across Vršič Pass: This lane will be intended for transit and access to huts and other areas within the barriers. Through the transit lane, it will thus be possible to access the barrier area free of charge and without time limits.
In the wider area of the pass, additional measures will be implemented that will physically prevent parking outside the designated 92 parking spaces. Attendant service will also be established at the entry points and at the top of the pass, which will monitor compliance with the traffic regime and inform and direct visitors.
2nd phase, to be implemented only if necessary
In the second phase, parking regulation on other surfaces between the barriers (outside the designated 92 parking spaces) is planned. If it turns out in the high season of 2026 that the first phase of measures is sufficient for smooth traffic, the second phase will not be established.
The traffic regulation system on Vršič Pass will undoubtedly have a significant impact on improving traffic flow and reducing environmental burden in the tourist season. The test period and gradual introduction of measures enable system adaptability, meaning it will be possible to respond quickly to potential challenges.
With the planned implementation of the regulation and appropriate supervision, it is expected that the new traffic regime will improve the experience for both visitors and local residents.
At the public presentation, all those present welcomed the introduction of the new traffic system and expressed satisfaction that the state and municipality are taking into account the proposals of the interested public.
Source:
https://obcina.kranjska-gora.si/objava/1104268