 | Planinski vestnik, October 2026
21.10.2026
The theme of the October issue of Planinski vestnik is The Splendour and Misery of Contemporary Mountaineering, where we write about crowds in the mountains, ascents of eight-thousanders as a means of profit and fame, and in the theme of the month we also talked with Anja Hajnšek, head of the team i... |
 | Four times Zdravljica for Slovenian mountaineers in Bosnia and Herzegovina
13.10.2026
Slovenian teams swept the competition at the 10th Balkan Championship in Mountain Orienteering, hosted by Bosnia and Herzegovina from 9 to 11 October. They achieved three first places and for the first time also the team cup for the overall victory, so that the Slovenian anthem sounded four times on... |
 | Zoja Leskovar twice silver at the end of the season in speed climbing
5.10.2026
In German Leipzig, on October 3, the last competition of the European youth series in speed sport climbing took place, and the following day, October 4, the European series for adults. Slovenian colors were represented by six members of the Slovenian national team, who showed good performances to cl... |
 | 10 years of the Slovenian Cycle Touring Trail – celebration on the bike
1.10.2026
The Slovenian Cycle Touring Trail (STKP), which is probably the longest of its kind in Europe, is celebrating 10 years this year. On this anniversary, those most closely connected with the trail gathered on 26 and 27 September 2026 in the Kočevje region and in Bela krajina: the authors of the trail ... |
 | A mountain of young mountaineers at Gojzarfest on the 70th anniversary of the PZS Youth Commission
21.09.2026
The Youth Mountaineering Festival Gojzarfest 2026 attracted a mountain of young mountaineers from near and far to Ljubljana's Tivoli Park on 19 September. At the largest festival to date of the Youth Commission of the PZS, which this year celebrates 70 years of activity, more than 1,600 children, th... |
 | Response to reporting on the condition of the path on Bavški Grintavec
21.09.2026
On the northern approach to Bavški Grintavec a new rockfall has occurred, which damaged the installed protections, so the path remains closed until further notice. Due to a large rockslide the very demanding mountain path over the Kanja saddle was closed for several years; despite the renovation in ... |
 | Slovenian guide to the Carnic Alps also in Italian and German
17.09.2026
The guide to the Carnic Alps by Vladimir Habjan and Irena Mušič Habjan has been published in Italian and German translation by the prestigious Italian publisher Versante Sud. The Italians had not yet had such a comprehensive guide to the mountain group between the Julian Alps and the Dolomites, so t... |
 | Gojzarfest as the Cherry on Top of 70 Years of Work with Young Mountaineers
15.09.2026
The Youth Commission of the Alpine Association of Slovenia (PZS) celebrates 70 years of organised work with young people in 2026. Over seven decades, more than 200,000 children and young people have participated in alpine clubs, excursions, camps, competitions, programmes and trainings, accompanied ... |
 | The Triglav Glacier Will Be Gone in Two Months
14.09.2026
The Triglav Glacier will be gone in two months: take a look at the last pieces. Slovenias natural monument the famous Triglav Glacier is finally saying goodbye. Only the last pieces of ice remain, and soon there will not even be enough to cool a drink with. Scientists predict that it could comple... |
 | Car-free days and road closure in the Logar Valley
14.09.2026
The Municipality of Solčava has also joined the European Mobility Week (EMW) this year. Although we have already carried out some activities to promote sustainable mobility throughout the year, the main part of the events will take place between 16 and 22 September 2026. Between 16 and 22 September... |
 | Explanations regarding questions about restrictions in Triglav National Park
11.09.2026
Media reporting and questions from local residents and visitors have recently focused on restrictions on visiting Triglav National Park and entrance fees, so we are publishing some explanations. A general entrance fee for entry into Triglav National Park is the subject of various considerations, but... |
 | Koča na Ljubelju is the best mountain hut and Kamniška koča is the best high-mountain hut 2026.
10.09.2026
Koča na Ljubelju is the best mountain hut and Kamniška koča is the best high-mountain hut 2026. In the 12th season of the Best Mountain Hut campaign by the Alpine Association of Slovenia (PZS) and the media Siol.net, in which 147 mountain huts participated, the awards went to Koča na Ljubelju as th... |
 | Complete closure of the state road Zgornja Radovna – Dovje
9.09.2026
We inform you about the complete closure of the state road: Road: RT-907 Section: 1102 Zgornja RadovnaDovje (from km 0,660 to km 1,115) Period: from 15. 9. 2026 at 7.00, to 30. 10. 2026 at 17.00 The reason for the complete closure is road surface renovation. During the complete closure, a detour... |
 | Poll: Mala Tičarica
8.09.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you already been to Mala Tičarica (2071 m)? Mala Tičarica is a scenic mountain in the Julian Alps. Poll results: 60 % Yes 38 % No 2 % I don't know The poll ran from 29 August 2026 to 8 September 2026, with 556 respondents participating.... |
 | Janja's sixth victory at the jubilee 30th World Series competition in Koper
6.09.2026
Climbing spectacle in Koper at this year's jubilee again with victory of the most successful Slovenian sport climber Janja Garnbret. The unbeatable Carinthian achieved her record sixth victory at the World Series competition in Koper, which is the 15th Slovenian victory at the home competition, and ... |
 | On Montasio, via ferrata Amalia (611F) temporarily closed due to rockfall
6.09.2026
CAI Friuli Venezia Giulia announces that via ferrata Amalia Zuani Bornettini (611F) is TEMPORARILY CLOSED after a rockfall damaged sections 9, 10 and 11. Until complete remediation and restoration of safe conditions, passage on the ferrata is prohibited. Rescue and technical teams are already on sit... |
 | They would limit access to our tourist gems. Entrance fee also in play...
4.09.2026
They would limit access to our tourist gems. Entrance fee for TNP also in play. Visits to Triglavski narodni park have increased sharply in recent years and reached "a level at which the impact on nature is burdensome and the quality of the experience is diminished". How could it be limited? Among ... |
 | Press conference before the World Series competition in Koper 2026
2.09.2026
This weekend Koper will once again be in the spotlight of sport climbing. The World Series difficulty competition is coming to the Coast, hosting the best sport climbers from around the world, including a large Slovenian national team led by Janja Garnbret. In addition to top-level sporting performa... |
 | Poll: Stegovnik
29.08.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you already been to Stegovnik (1692 m)? Stegovnik is a scenic mountain in the Karawanks. Poll results: 53 % No 45 % Yes 2 % I don't know The poll ran from 18 August 2026 to 29 August 2026, with 592 respondents participating.... |
 | Notice: Lake Jasna
27.08.2026
The Municipality of Kranjska Gora has been informed of the death of two dogs in the vicinity of Lake Jasna. It is currently not possible to confirm or exclude a connection between the death of the animals and contact with the water in the lake. As a precautionary measure and until the conclusion of... |
 | Path via Sedlo Kanja to Bavški Grintavec restored and opened
22.08.2026
The Jesenice Alpine Club and the trail markers of the Alpine Association of Slovenia have successfully repaired and reopened the path from Zadnja Trenta to Bavški Grintavec after many years, which bears the title Best Alpine Path 2026.... |
 | Špremova Path to Grintovec Restored and Reopened
20.08.2026
Špremova Path from Dolška škrbina to Grintovec restored and reopened. The technical group of PZS trail markers composed of members of mountaineering clubs from the Kamniško-Bistriško area carried out demanding restoration works on Špremova Path, which leads from Dolška škrbina to Grintovec, on 14 a... |
 | Poll: How long have you been going to the mountains?
18.08.2026
The question in the previous poll was: How long have you been going to the mountains? Poll results: 35 % More than 40 years 30 % Between 21 and 40 years 15 % Between 11 and 20 years 10 % Between 5 and 10 years 7 % Less than 5 years 3 % I do not go to the mountains The poll ran from August 11, 2026... |
 | Notice of full closure of the state road over the Vršič pass
17.08.2026
We inform you that on 24. 08. 2026 at 04:00 a full closure of the Vršič pass will be established, which will be in effect until 25. 08. 2026 at 06:00. The reason for the closure is road reconstruction and parking lot arrangement (asphalting). Section: 1043 Ruska cesta (ErikaVršič) (from km 8,575 to... |
 | After years of waiting, the image of the new Kocbek Lodge on Korošica is emerging
16.08.2026
On Korošica they are preparing a project for a new Kocbek Lodge, which is to stand on the site of the burned-down mountain lodge. The conceptual design has been prepared; opinions of spatial planning authorities are currently being obtained for it, after which it will be presented to the public. Whe... |
 | Adam Jordan sets record on the Slovenian Touring Cycling Route
12.08.2026
Adam Jordan sets record on the Slovenian Touring Cycling Route, which celebrates 10 years. Slovenian ultra-cyclist Adam Jordan has cycled the entire Slovenian Touring Cycling Route (STKP), which connects all major Slovenian mountain groups and celebrates 10 years this year, in 6 days, 21 hours and ... |
 | Already 130 years welcoming hikers and alpinists under its roof...
12.08.2026
Already 130 years welcoming hikers and alpinists under its roof is the hut on Kredarica. The highest-lying Slovenian mountain hut, the hut on Kredarica, has been welcoming hikers under its roof for 130 years. At an altitude of 2515 meters it was ceremonially opened as the Triglav hut on Kredarica o... |
 | Warning: Work on the path in Dolška škrbina below Grintovec
11.08.2026
14 and 15 August 2026 extensive remedial works will take place on the otherwise closed mountain path leading from Dolška Škrbina to Grintovec. Approaching the work site at this time will be life-threatening due to falling rocks (remediation and clearing of the rockfall). 14 and 15 August 2026 exten... |
 | Poll: Veliko Kladivo
11.08.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you already been to Veliko Kladivo (2094 m)? Veliko Kladivo is a scenic peak in the Košuta ridge. Poll results: 65 % Yes 33 % No 2 % I don't know The poll ran from August 5, 2026 to August 11, 2026, and 489 respondents participated in it.... |
 | Even in the mountains water is running out, and spoiled mountaineers lack common sense
10.08.2026
Even at nearly 2000 m above sea level there is no longer any real freshness. At Kokrsko sedlo the thermometer (admittedly in the sun) showed 37 C, and mountaineers were sitting shirtless in front of Cojzova koča, where the wardens say: "Up here life is harder, but simpler." August is the month when... |
 | Entire path to Begunjščica restored from Roblekov dom
8.08.2026
The technical group of trail markers of the Alpine Association of Slovenia completed the restoration of the mountain path from Roblekov dom on Begunjščica to the summit of Begunjščica between 30 July and 4 August 2026, making it safer for hikers, and in the following days it will also be newly marke... |
 | Fire raging above Srednji Vrh, planes and helicopter in the air
7.08.2026
Above the village of Srednji Vrh in the municipality of Kranjska Gora, a fire has broken out. Since early morning, three Air Tractor planes and a Slovenian Army helicopter have been on site, the Administration for Civil Protection and Disaster Relief reported. Kranjska Gora police officers were not... |
 | Mountaineering and alpinism inscribed in the register of intangible cultural heritage of Slovenia.
7.08.2026
Mountaineering and alpinism inscribed in the register of intangible cultural heritage of Slovenia. Mountains have a special symbolic meaning in the Slovenian space and have historically contributed significantly to the formation of Slovenian cultural identity. At the initiative of the Alpine Associ... |
 | Snakes also live in the mountains
6.08.2026
When going to the mountains, we always set off with an appropriate measure of self-knowledge and responsibility, but we must also know that we may encounter domestic and wild animals on the way. In the past week, there have been several reports from mountain areas about snake bites, especially in th... |
 | Temporary closure of the mountain path and parking ban near Bukovnik
6.08.2026
Temporary closure of the mountain path and parking ban at the Bukovnik farm. Due to the remediation of the fire site and construction works, the mountain paths and parking area in the immediate vicinity of the Bukovnik homestead under Raduho are temporarily closed. A bypass of the mountain paths ha... |
 | Poll: view from Zadnjiški Ozebnik
5.08.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Can Triglav (2864 m) be seen from Zadnjiški Ozebnik (2084 m)? The correct answer is: yes. Poll results: 65 % Yes 19 % I don't know 16 % No The poll ran from 28 July 2026 to 5 August 2026, with 472 respondents participating.... |
 | Jurij Selan: Tribute to the Alpine Landscape That Also Opens a Painterly Reflection on Color
4.08.2026
Painter, art theorist and art educator Jurij Selan in the painting cycle Gore unites his two key fields of activity. He created a series that is a homage to the Slovenian alpine landscape, while also being a painterly reflection on the fundamental questions of artistic form. The cycle Gore is prese... |
 | Warning: snakes near Blejska koča
4.08.2026
Two hikers bitten by snakes near Blejska koča On the way to Blejska koča on Monday around noon, two foreign hikers were bitten on the hand by a snake. After the bite, the injured continued to Blejska koča, where one hiker's condition worsened. A helicopter with the on-duty team from Brnik flew to t... |
 | Savica Waterfall from 1 August 2026 onwards with a new management system
1.08.2026
Savica Waterfall from 1 August 2026 onwards with a new visitor management system. Savica Waterfall is one of the most visited natural features in Slovenia and one of the most recognizable symbols of Triglav National Park. The large number of visitors requires coordinated management that simultaneou... |
 | Road to Mangart Pass closed until further notice
1.08.2026
Fire in the Planja area on Bovško partially contained, extinguishing to continue on Saturday morning Settlements not threatened, road to Mangart Pass remains closed A fire broke out on Planja at an altitude of around 1500 meters in the municipality of Bovec, which has so far affected approximately 1... |
 | Even mountain path markers in the high mountains need good conditions
29.07.2026
Even mountain path markers in the high mountains need good conditions, just like mountaineers. The summer mountaineering season is at its peak, and on the mountain trails, in addition to numerous mountaineers, there are also volunteer path markers of the Alpine Association of Slovenia (PZS). The pa... |
 | Accident on the freight cable car to Koča na Golici: the load-bearing steel cable broke
28.07.2026
Sometimes something happens that no one can prepare you for. Just a few hours ago we were happily looking at the newly arranged entrance to Koča na Golici. After several days of voluntary work, material transports and work actions, we were proud that the project was successfully completed. Thanks to... |
 | Have you noticed a damaged or impassable path?
28.07.2026
The mountain visiting season is in full swing. Trail markers are also at work, having to inspect more than 10,000 kilometres of mountain paths. You can help them. If you notice that a mountain path is damaged or impassable, scan the QR code. Photograph the damaged section and describe the problems.... |
 | Poll: Turska gora
28.07.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Have you already been to Turska gora (2251 m)? Turska gora is a scenic mountain in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. Poll results: 55 % Yes 43 % No 2 % I don't know The poll ran from 21 July 2026 to 28 July 2026, with 535 respondents participating.... |
 | Successful re-greening of the surface on Uskovnica mountain pasture
24.07.2026
Among the meadows we are restoring is also the plot on Uskovnica mountain pasture, where the local meadow had become overgrown with forest due to abandonment of use. The flowering meadow is already a real feast for the eyes and for pollinators Restoration of degraded meadow areas represents an impor... |
 | Poll: view from Storžič
21.07.2026
The question in the previous poll was: Can the highest peak of Obir (2139 m) be seen from Storžič (2132 m)? The correct answer is: yes. From Storžič, Ojstrc, the highest peak of Obir, can be seen in good weather. Poll results: 66 % Yes 21 % Don't know 13 % No The poll ran from 14 July 2026 to 21 ... |
 | Planinski vestnik, July-August 2026
18.07.2026
And here is this year's double issue, July-August 2026. The theme of the month is the forgotten alpinist Anna Escher (1894-1986), who between the two wars achieved an enviable number of alpine ascents at home and around the world, many of them first ascents. Although she climbed with the most eminen... |
 | Temporary closure of the path to Golica
15.07.2026
We inform you that tomorrow the implementation of sanitary logging will begin in the area from the lower station of the freight cable car to the Koča na Golici hut, along the right mountain path. Due to forestry work and ensuring visitor safety, this section of the mountain path will be CLOSED durin... |
 | Warning for the trail Kredarica - Mali Triglav, 16. - 18. 7. 2026
15.07.2026
In accordance with the Article 16 of the Alpine Paths Act (Official Gazette of RS, no. 61/2007) Alpine Association of Slovenia and Alpine Club Ljubljana Matica wish to inform you that from 16th to 18th of July 2026 the very difficult section of the marked trail Kredarica (2515 m) Mali Triglav (2737 ... |
 | Closed path to Obel kamen, expected 17. 7. 2026
15.07.2026
GB: In accordance with Article 16 of the Alpine Paths Act (Official Gazette of RS, no. 61/2007) the Alpine Association of Slovenia and Alpine Club Solčava wish to inform you that the access to Obel kamen (1883 m) will be CLOSED on 17th July 2026. Urgent maintenance will be carried out on the trails.... |