 | Tomo Česen: I Get Teary Eyes Again and Again
2.07.2026
The 30th anniversary competition of the World Series in difficulty climbing will on 4 and 5 September 2026 in Koper attract not only the biggest names in sport climbing and the loudest fans, but also all Slovenian national team members who were finalists at either the Kranj or Koper competition. Did... |
 | New cross-border bus connection
2.07.2026
Passenger transport operator Arriva, in cooperation with the Posočje Development Centre, started operating a new seasonal international bus line Kranjska Gora-Trbiž-Podklošter on 1 July. During the summer season, the line will provide a daily connection between Slovenia, Italy and Austria and contri... |
 | Accident in the area of Belopeška lakes
1.07.2026
On Monday evening, hikers in the area of Belopeška lakes found two dead people, presumably Slovenian citizens. According to current findings, they most likely died in a mountain accident. One of the victims, a 49-year-old woman, was found with a personal document. The other person has not yet been ... |
 | Information on summer transport to Vrata Valley and along Mangrt Road
30.06.2026
For all who plan to visit Vrata Valley this summer or travel along Mangrt Road, we have collected information in one place that may help you plan your trip. In summer, free public bus transport is organized to Vrata Valley. Buses run from the beginning of June to mid-September. Buses in Vrata Valley... |
 | Notice for visitors to Koča na Grohotu
29.06.2026
After the recent fire at the Bukovnik farm in Podolševa, intervention works, cleanup of the burned area and remediation of the consequences of the accident are still ongoing in the area. All visitors heading towards Koča na Grohotu are kindly asked, if possible, to park their vehicles at the parking... |
 | Poll: view from Prevalski Stog
27.06.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Can Vernar (2225 m) be seen from Prevalski Stog (2075 m)? The correct answer is: yes Poll results: 64 % Yes 24 % I don't know 12 % No The poll was conducted from 20 to 27 June 2026, with 381 respondents participating.... |
 | Mountain hut on Čemšenik reopened
27.06.2026
Dear hikers and mountain lovers! We are pleased to inform you that the doors of the Planinski dom na Čemšeniku are wide open again. The team now welcomes you with fragrant coffee, refreshing drinks and delicious homemade treats from Thursday to Sunday, every day from 8 a.m. onwards. You are cordiall... |
 | Hop on - Hop off Tourist Line around the Kamniško-Savinjske Alps
26.06.2026
The Hop on - Hop off Tourist Line around the Kamniško-Savinjske Alps entered its sixth season of operation on Saturday, 20 June. This summer brings two exceptional novelties: transport with the electric van will be completely free for all passengers, and the municipality of Gornji Grad is joining th... |
 | All the best, Slovenia!
25.06.2026
On the Day of Statehood of the Republic of Slovenia, we wish everyone a wonderful and proud holiday! The most beautiful view of our homeland opens precisely from its green hills and majestic peaks. The holiday is a perfect opportunity to feel the beauty of the Julian Alps, the Karawanks and the Kam... |
 | Night fire destroyed Bukovnik farm under Raduha
22.06.2026
The highest-lying Slovenian farm was destroyed by fire at night. Many mountaineers liked to stop there. Let's help these unfortunate people! Funds are being collected on account number SI56 0110 0600 8362 393 (Recipient: Občina Solčava, Purpose code: OTHR, Reference: SI99, Purpose of payment: POMOČ... |
 | Janja's record 50th victory, 101st for Slovenian sport climbing
22.06.2026
Janja Garnbret celebrated her first World Cup victory on 12 July 2016 in Chamonix, and a decade later she swept the competition in Innsbruck and on 21 June set a new record - her 50th World Cup victory or, under the new name, World Series victory. Her jubilee individual victory is at the same time t... |
 | Planinski vestnik, June 2026
22.06.2026
The June theme of the month is With Children in the Mountains. Also about what this means, how to organize and prepare joint trips with a child from the cradle onwards, how the dynamics of a mountaineering family change with the birth of a child and how valuable it is to spend time together in the h... |
 | Poll: Golica
20.06.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you already been to Golica (1835 m) this year? Golica is a scenic mountain in the Karavanke. Poll results: 70 % No 30 % Yes The poll ran from 13 to 20 June 2026, with 453 respondents participating.... |
 | Wild animals find their own food in nature
17.06.2026
In Javnem zavodu Triglavski narodni park we warn that feeding wild animals is not good for either people or animals; for the latter, the type and quantity of such food is harmful in several respects. Triglavski narodni park is worth visiting for many also because of the wild animals that a visitor w... |
 | The most common causes of accidents in the mountains are slipping and unfamiliarity with the terrain
16.06.2026
arno v gore tudi poleti Mountain rescuers responded in 660 cases last year and came close to the record from 2023 (687). This year the number of accidents is rising, as they have already had 220 interventions, compared to 190 in the same period last year. The Mountain Rescue Association of Slovenia... |
 | Speed silver at the European Championship and national record
15.06.2026
Speed climbing is becoming increasingly popular both here and around the world. Stella Novak improved the Slovenian record of Janja Garnbret from five years ago by one hundredth of a second with a new national record, while Zoja Leskovar took second place among older girls at the European Youth Cham... |
 | Crowd of Mountaineers at the All-Slovenian Festival on Areh
14.06.2026
Around 1200 mountaineers from all over Slovenia gathered on 13 June at the Day of Slovenian Mountaineers at the Ruška koča on Areh. In the jubilee year of the Planinsko društvo Ruše, the all-day mountaineering pulse, in addition to socializing, was marked by mountaineering hikes, a mountain biking t... |
 | Poll: view from Porezen
13.06.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Can Triglav (2864 m) be seen from Porezen (1630 m)? The correct answer is: Yes Poll results: 84 % Yes 8 % No 8 % I don't know The poll ran from 6 to 13 June 2026, with 499 respondents participating.... |
 | Day of Slovenian Mountaineers at Areh on the 125th Anniversary of PD Ruše
9.06.2026
Pohorje and Ruška koča on Areh will on Saturday, 13 June, be the meeting point of mountaineers from all over Slovenia. The Alpine Association of Slovenia (PZS) and the Mountaineering Club (PD) Ruše, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, are organising the Day of Slovenian Mountaineer... |
 | Closed very demanding mountain path to Raduha
9.06.2026
Very demanding mountain path leading to Raduha from Grohot or over the north wall of the mountain is CLOSED until further notice due to damaged safety equipment. From Grohot you can ascend to Raduha via an easy mountain path over the Durce pass. NOTICE TO MOUNTAIN PATH USERS: We recommend that mou... |
 | Call for responsible admiration of alpine flowers in TNP
9.06.2026
At the beginning of the flowering of colorful alpine flowers in Triglav National Park (TNP), we call for responsible behavior. Especially endangered species require our special attention and protection. The nature of Slovenia's only national park is known for its exceptional biodiversity. Among fern... |
 | Poll: Trstelj
6.06.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you already been to Trstelj (643 m)? Poll results: 52 % Yes 46 % No 2 % I don't know The poll ran from 29 May to 6 June 2026, with 523 respondents participating.... |
 | Free transports to Vrata valley and through Zgornjesavska valley 2026
5.06.2026
In the summer season, a free bus transport to Vrata valley and back towards Mojstrana and Dovje will again be organized this year. This year a novelty will be introduced - the possibility of advance seat reservation, with a surcharge and for two entry points. This year, a free e-transport to the Per... |
 | For children in the mountains, the goal is not important, but the experience - it must be safe
3.06.2026
For a safe visit to the mountains in summer - even more so if we go to the hills with children - we need a set of knowledge, from choosing a suitable destination and planning the route to knowing the equipment, dangers, weather, orientation and first aid. We must adapt the visit to the mountains to ... |
 | Closed path over Psica to Storžič
2.06.2026
Mountaineering Club Križe informs about the closure of the very difficult mountain path over Psica to Storžič. The very difficult mountain path leading to Storžič from Velika poljana over the peak Psica is CLOSED until further notice due to a larger amount of fallen trees. You can ascend to Storž... |
 | For illegal camping, the supervisor can impose a fine of 100 euros
1.06.2026
For illegal camping, the supervisor can impose a fine of 100 euros, while the warden can impose 500 euros. Different penalties for illegal overnight stays by TNP supervisors and municipal wardens Municipalities in the area of the Julian Alps are introducing uniform fines of 500 euros for illegal ov... |
 | Closed path Rimske Toplice-pri Izrčan-Koča na Kopitniku
29.05.2026
The mountain path is CLOSED on the section Borovka-pri Izrčan due to hunting activities of Lovska družina Dol pri Hrastniku between 29 and 31 May 2026. Koča na Kopitniku can be reached via Lurda or via the summit of Kopitnik and Lukovški preval. NOTICE TO USERS OF MOUNTAIN PATHS: Users of mountain ... |
 | Poll: Crampons and Ice Axe
29.05.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Do you use crampons and an ice axe for crossing snowfields in the high mountains in early summer? The transition from spring to summer in the mountains is wonderful, but at the same time extremely dangerous. When temperatures in the valley keep rising, many hi... |
 | Free bus Kranjska Gora-Vršič-Bovec until the end of September
28.05.2026
From June 1, a new bus line on the route Kranjska Gora-Vršič-Bovec will start operating, created in cooperation with municipalities and the Ministry of Infrastructure in response to the introduction of barriers at the Vršič pass. Rides on the line, which will operate with multiple daily departures u... |
 | Jenny Buckley and Anže Peharc the most successful Slovenians in Bern
25.05.2026
Sport climbers Jennifer Buckley and Anže Peharc were the only Slovenians to reach the semifinals of the World Cup, or now the World Series, in bouldering in Bern. Buckley finished the Swiss event on May 23 in 16th place, and Peharc the next day in 21st place. Jennifer Buckley climbed to a high seve... |
 | Poll: Stari vrh
23.05.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you already been to Stari vrh (1217 m)? Stari vrh is a 1217 meters high mountain in the Škofjeloško hribovje, also known for its popular ski resort and numerous hiking trails. Poll results: 58 % Yes 38 % No 4 % I don't know The poll took place from 1... |
 | STO Receives PRIZMA Award for the Project...
22.05.2026
Slovenian Tourist Board (STO) received the PRIZMA Award for Excellence in Communication for the project "Communication Safe in the Mountains", which encourages responsible and safe visits to Slovenian mountains by connecting key partners in the fields of tourism, safety and mountaineering. As part ... |
 | Daffodil Month 2026
21.05.2026
Flowering daffodils whiten numerous meadows in the villages below the Karavanke every year in May. Organizers will also prepare a rich program for this natural event this year. Therefore, in Planina pod Golico during the weekends in May (9 and 10 May, 16 and 17 May, 23 and 24 May, and 30 and 31 May... |
 | Closed path Plesnikova planina - Klemenča jama
20.05.2026
Due to the consequences of strong erosion and landslides, the mountain path between Plesnikova planina and Klemenča jama above Logarska dolina is impassable and CLOSED until further notice. NOTICE TO USERS OF MOUNTAIN PATHS: We recommend that users of mountain paths check the actual condition of mo... |
 | Closed path Jamnik - Bela peč on Jelovica
20.05.2026
Due to felling and skidding of timber, the mountain path between Jamnik and Bela peč on Jelovica is temporarily CLOSED. NOTICE TO USERS OF MOUNTAIN PATHS: We recommend that users of mountain paths check the website stanje-poti.pzs.si, the nearest mountain hut or the local mountaineering association... |
 | Planinski vestnik, May 2026
19.05.2026
The May theme of the month is Alpine herding and its secrets. We looked into the rich history of Alpine herding and spoke with Anka Lipušček Miklavič, who dedicated her professional career to mountain pasture farming - initially as an agricultural advisor and later as director of the successful coop... |
 | New national champions in mountain orienteering crowned in Velenje
18.05.2026
At the Slovenian Mountain Orienteering Competition (SPOT) Velenje 2026, organized by the Mountaineering Club Velenje under the auspices of the Youth Commission of the Alpine Association of Slovenia, 69 of the best teams from all over Slovenia competed. In individual categories, the national champion... |
 | Poll: highest peak of the Kanin range
18.05.2026
The question in the previous poll was: What is the name of the highest peak of the Kanin range? The correct answer is: Visoki Kanin Poll results: 83 % Visoki Kanin 7 % Prestreljenik 6 % Rombon 3 % I don't know 1 % Vrh Laške Planje 0 % Lopa The poll ran from 11. 5. 2026 to 18. 5. 2026 and 573 resp... |
 | Modern management of traffic regimes in Vrata Valley and on Vršič
15.05.2026
Modern management of traffic regimes in Vrata Valley and on Vršič is of great importance for achieving the objectives of Triglav National Park, we emphasize in the Public Institute Triglav National Park (JZ TNP). Introducing changed traffic regimes in Vrata Valley and on Vršič and in other areas of... |
 | The Boss - Witty Adventures of the Dreamer Alpinist Mateja Pate
14.05.2026
Slovenian mountaineering literature is enriched by the collection of stories by Mateja Pate with the punchy title Šefica and subtitle Adventures of the Dreamer Alpinist. The new pocket book from Planinska založba openly and self-ironically outlines the life arc of an alpinist from a teenager who wan... |
 | Mina Markovič and Jernej Kruder winners of the 17th Janez Jeglič - Johan Memorial...
11.05.2026
Mina Markovič and Jernej Kruder winners of the 17th Janez Jeglič - Johan Memorial. In memory of the master of classic, sport, and ice climbing, the Janez Jeglič - Johan Memorial has been revived after 13 years: speed climbing of the 100-meter route with top-rope protection on the Magična goba (7c) ... |
 | Slovenian Mountaineering Orienteering Competition Velenje 2026
11.05.2026
The Slovenian Mountaineering Orienteering Competition (SPOT) Velenje will attract more than 300 competitors from all over Slovenia to the surroundings of the youngest Slovenian town on 16 and 17 May 2026, where they will compete in various categories for the title of national champions. The two-day ... |
 | Poll: Kokrska Kočna
11.05.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you ever been to Kokrska Kočna (2520 m)? Kokrska Kočna is a panoramic mountain in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. Poll results: 49 % Yes 49 % No 2 % I don't know The poll ran from 2 May 2026 to 11 May 2026, with 520 participants.... |
 | To Podčetrtek Castle via a steep slope, climbing wall and via ferratas
10.05.2026
Podčetrtek Castle, which rises above the spa town, has been hiding a new educational center in the forest since April 16, equipped with everything needed for the first real mountaineering experience - and it is the first in Slovenia where it is possible to try all mountaineering activities in one pl... |
 | Snow conditions 4. 5. 2026
4.05.2026
Avalanche forecast Monday, 4. 5. 2026 Danger level Monday, 4. 5. 2026 at Danger level 1 low Southern Julian Alps, Central Julian Alps, Eastern Julian Alps, Western Julian Alps, Kamnik Alps, Savinja Alps and Carinthia, Western Karawanks, Central Karawanks Low avalanche danger The old snow cover ... |
 | Snow conditions 3 May 2026
3.05.2026
Avalanche forecast Sunday, 3 May 2026 Danger level Sunday, 3 May 2026 at Danger level 1 low Southern Julian Alps, Central Julian Alps, Eastern Julian Alps, Western Julian Alps, Kamnik Alps, Savinja Alps and Carinthia, Western Karawanks, Central Karawanks Low avalanche danger The old snowpack is... |
 | Poll: Debela peč
2.05.2026
The question from the previous poll was: Have you ever been to Debela peč (2014 m)? Debela peč is a panoramic mountain in the Julian Alps. Poll results: 82% Yes 16% No 2% I don't know The poll ran from 25.4.2026 to 2.5.2026, with 528 participants.... |
 | On the news of the alleged disappearance of the face of the Ajdovska Girl
2.05.2026
The news of the alleged disappearance of the face of the Ajdovska Girl from the slopes of Prisojnik due to a rockfall has spread across Slovenia. In JZ TNP, we are using this opportunity to raise awareness about rockfalls. Employees of the Public Institute Triglav National Park (JZ TNP) have checked... |
 | Snow conditions 2. 5. 2026
2.05.2026
Avalanche forecast Saturday, 2 May 2026 Danger level Saturday, 2 May 2026 at Danger level 1 low Southern Julian Alps, Central Julian Alps, Eastern Julian Alps, Western Julian Alps, Kamnik Alps, Savinja Alps and Carinthia, Western Karawanks, Central Karawanks Low avalanche danger The old snowpac... |
 | Snow conditions 1. 5. 2026
1.05.2026
Avalanche forecast Friday, 1. 5. 2026 Danger level Friday, 1. 5. 2026 at Danger level 1 low Southern Julian Alps, Central Julian Alps, Eastern Julian Alps, Western Julian Alps, Kamnik Alps, Savinja Alps and Koroška, Western Karawanks, Central Karawanks Low avalanche risk The old snowpack is sta... |