 | Snow conditions 3.3.2021
3.03.2021
The danger level is 2 on the European five-level scale - MODERATE. Main problem: wet snow, gliding snow Danger pattern: Spring situation Risk assessment The avalanche danger is in the morning and forenoon LOW, level 1, during the day it increases especially on steeper south-facing slopes above abou... |
 | Snow conditions 1.3.2021
1.03.2021
Danger is level 2 on the European five-level scale - MODERATE. Main problem: wet snow, favourable conditions Danger pattern: Cooling after warm weather / warming after frost Risk assessment Today, avalanche danger above about 1700 m is MODERATE, level 2, lower down LOW, level 1. On steeper south-fa... |
 | Poll - Kotečnik
27.02.2021
Have you ever been to Kotečnik (772 m)? That was the question in the previous poll. Kotečnik is a 772-meter-high peak in the Posavje Hills. Poll results: 82 % No 16 % Yes 2 % I don't know The poll, which ran from 20.2.2021 to 27.2.2021, was participated in by 658 visitors to the Hribi.net portal.... |
 | We at PZS are pleased that amendments to the Mountain Trails Act have been submitted to the parliamentary procedure...
27.02.2021
We at PZS are pleased that amendments to the Mountain Trails Act have been submitted to the parliamentary procedure. These days mark 128 years since the establishment of the Slovenian Alpine Association, the predecessor of the Alpine Association of Slovenia (PZS). Mountaineering is a popular leisur... |
 | Snow conditions 26.2.2021
26.02.2021
Danger is level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wet snow, gliding snow Danger pattern: Spring situation Risk assessment Today the avalanche danger above about 1500 m elevation is MODERATE, level 2, during midday and afternoon it increases especially on sun-exposed s... |
 | Massive rockfall in the Bela Valley
26.02.2021
This morning, a large rockfall from the Rzenik wall into the Bela Valley, just above the Orglice waterfall, occurred, destroying or blocking the path to Presedljaj. Since further collapse of the friable wall is possible, we recommend utmost caution to all visitors of the Bela Valley. Our reader has... |
 | Mozirska Hut on Golte Destroyed by Fire
25.02.2021
The cause of the fire that destroyed the popular mountain Mozirska Hut on Golte (1356 m) is still unknown. Criminal investigators will continue inspecting the site in the coming days. The destroyed mountain hut represents a great loss for the owner, Mountaineering Association Mozirje, as well as the... |
 | Mozirska Hut on Golteh is on Fire
24.02.2021
On Golteh, not far from the local ski resort, the Mozirska Hut is burning. According to initial reports and photos, the fire has engulfed the entire hut. At 1356 meters above sea level, the hut is particularly difficult to access in winter conditions, making extinguishing practically impossible. ... |
 | Snow conditions 24.2.2021
24.02.2021
The danger level is 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wet snow, gliding snow Danger pattern: Spring situation Danger pattern: Cooling after warm weather / warming after frost Danger assessment Avalanche danger above about 1500 m is MODERATE, 2nd level, in the midday a... |
 | Snow conditions 22.2.2021
22.02.2021
Danger is level 4 on the European five-level scale - HIGH. Main problem: wet snow, gliding snow Danger pattern: Spring situation Risk assessment Avalanche danger above about 1400 m altitude is CONSIDERABLE, level 3, midday and in the afternoon it will INCREASE especially on sun-exposed slopes to HI... |
 | Poll - View from Šija
20.02.2021
Is Žabiški Kuk (1844 m) visible from Šija (1880 m)? That was the question in the previous poll. The correct answer is - yes. Šija is a panoramic peak in the Bohinj - Tolmin Mountains chain, from which the nearby Žabiški Kuk is nicely visible. Poll results: 60 % Yes 28 % I don't know 12 % No In t... |
 | Snow conditions 19.2.2021
19.02.2021
Danger level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: weak layers, wet snow, gliding snow Danger pattern: Spring situation Risk assessment Avalanche danger above about 1500 m altitude is CONSIDERABLE, level 3, lower down MODERATE, level 2. On sun-exposed slopes and in mid-mo... |
 | Unified avalanche warnings...
18.02.2021
Unified avalanche warnings on theAustrian-Slovenian cross-border area.The aim of the CROSSRISK project, led by ZAMG, is to reduce risksrelated to rain and snow in the border area between Austria andSlovenia. Within the project, project partners are among other things developinguniform, multilingual ... |
 | Snow conditions 15.2.2021
15.02.2021
The danger is level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-blown snow, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger is above sea level around 1500 m, CONSIDERABLE, level 3, lower down MODERATE, level 2. The snowpack in the mid-mountains is more stable due to cooling t... |
 | Accident on Storžič
14.02.2021
Yesterday at 10:40, in the alpinist Kramarjeva route on Storžič, municipality of Tržič, an avalanche buried two climbers. Both succumbed to their injuries. Mountain rescuers GRS Tržič and an SV helicopter crew with the on-duty HNMP team and GRS on board were activated. During the rescue of the casua... |
 | Poll - Bičkova skala
13.02.2021
Have you ever been to Bičkova skala (1012 m)? That was the question in the previous poll. Bičkova skala was a combat position in the Dražgoše battle in January 1942. Today, a large metal star stands on Bičkova skala, and closer to the road there is a NOB monument. From Bičkova skala, there is a bea... |
 | Sport climbers ahead of World Cup competitions...
12.02.2021
Sport climbers highly motivated ahead of World Cup competitions. This year's sport climbing season has set dates for World Cup events, so Slovenian sport climbers are already fully engaged in training. The Olympic Games will be the season's highlight this year for Janja Garnbret and Mia Krampl; the... |
 | Snow conditions 12.2.2021
12.02.2021
Danger level is 3 on the European 5-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: new snow, wind-blown snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger is above sea level around 1700 m, CONSIDERABLE, 3rd degree, lower down MODERATE, 2nd degree. The snowpack has gradually stabilised mainly in mid-mountains due to ... |
 | Snow conditions 10.2.2021
10.02.2021
Danger is level 4 on the European five-level scale - HIGH. Main problem: new snow, wet snow, wind-packed snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger in the high mountains of the Julian Alps, above about 1800 m elevation, is HIGH, level 4, lower down and elsewhere CONSIDERABLE, level 3. In the high mounta... |
 | Snow conditions 8.2.2021
8.02.2021
The danger is level 4 on the European five-level scale - HIGH. Main problem: new snow, wet snow Risk assessment The avalanche danger in the high mountains of the Julian Alps, above about 1900 m above sea level, is HIGH, level 4, lower down and elsewhere CONSIDERABLE, level 3. In the high mountains,... |
 | Poll - view from Cjanovce
6.02.2021
Is Vrtača (2181 m) visible from Cjanovce (1820 m)? That was the question in the previous poll. The correct answer is - no. Vrtača is not visible from Cjanovce because it is obscured by Strožič. Poll results: 37 % Yes 37 % No 26 % I don't know The poll, which ran from 28.1.2021 to 6.2.2021, was p... |
 | Snow conditions 5.2.2021
5.02.2021
The danger level is 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wet snow, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger is above sea level around 1500 m CONSIDERABLE, 3rd level, lower down mostly MODERATE, 2nd level. Steep grassy slopes and gullies are particularly dangerous, wh... |
 | Snow conditions 3.2.2021
4.02.2021
The danger is 3rd degree on the European five-point scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-blown snow, gliding snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger above sea level around 1700 m is CONSIDERABLE, 3rd degree, lower down mostly MODERATE, 2nd degree. Steep slopes and places with wind-blown snow on t... |
 | News from the PZS Mountaineering Publishing House
3.02.2021
The new year brings new book publications. The collection of stories New Adventures in Fairyland offers a full dose of mountain fairy magic; this year, new guidebooks, some more fiction works, and new mountaineering maps will follow the book. The mountaineering publishing house has its first clear w... |
 | Snow conditions 1.2.2021
1.02.2021
The danger is level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-blown snow, weak layers, new snow, wet snow, creeping snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger above sea level around 1500 m is CONSIDERABLE, level 3, lower down mostly MODERATE, level 2. Yesterday it snowed in t... |
 | Snow conditions 29.1.2021
29.01.2021
The danger is level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-drifted snow, weak layers, new snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger above sea level around 1800 m is CONSIDERABLE, level 3, lower down mostly MODERATE, level 2. There is a lot of wind-drifted snow in the moun... |
 | Survey - Kostel Castle
28.01.2021
Have you ever been to Kostel Castle? That was the question in the previous survey. Kostel Castle is located on a scenic hill above the left bank of the Kolpa River. Survey results: 66 % No 32 % Yes 2 % I don't know The survey, which ran from 23.1.2021 to 28.1.2021, was participated in by 622 visi... |
 | Snow conditions 27.1.2021
27.01.2021
The danger level is 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-drifted snow, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger is above sea level around 1500 m CONSIDERABLE, 3rd level, lower down mostly MODERATE, 2nd level. Despite the cold and dry weather, conditions are part... |
 | Snow conditions 25.1.2021
25.01.2021
The danger is level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-blown snow, weak layers, new snow Risk assessment The avalanche danger is CONSIDERABLE, level 3, above sea level around 1500 m, lower down mostly MODERATE, level 2. After the thaw and abundant snowfall in the ... |
 | Survey - view from Ojstrica
23.01.2021
Can you see the town of Tržič (516 m) from Ojstrica (2350 m)? That was the question in the previous survey. The correct answer is - no. Survey results. 81 % No 10 % Yes 9 % I don't know The survey ran from 18.1.2021 to 23.1.2021 and was participated in by 678 visitors to the Hribi.net portal.... |
 | There is already 505 cm of snow at Kredarica
23.01.2021
After heavy snowfall, the height of the snow cover today at 7 a.m. measured 505 cm. Particularly in the Julian Alps and the western and central Karawanks, due to the large amount of new snow, and lower down due to rain, the avalanche danger is high. Today it will be cloudy and foggy with precipita... |
 | Snow conditions 22.1.2021
22.01.2021
The danger is 4 on the European five-level scale - HIGH. Main problem: wind-drifted snow, weak layers, new snow, wet snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger is currently HIGH, 4, in the Southern and Western Julian Alps above about 1600 m altitude, elsewhere mostly CONSIDERABLE, 3. Snow and avalanche ... |
| Cesare Maestri Dies
21.01.2021
Today, January 19, Gian Maestri announced on his social media page the death of his father, the exceptional Italian climber Cesare Maestri (91). Cesare was born on October 2, 1929 in Trent. In his youth, he lost his mother and was left alone with his father and two brothers. The father, after years... |
 | Snow conditions 20.1.2021
20.01.2021
The danger is level 2 on the European five-level scale - MODERATE. Main problem: drifted snow, weak layers, new snow, wet snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger is currently mostly MODERATE everywhere, level 2. The snowpack has somewhat stabilized in the past few days. Particularly dangerous are sti... |
 | Poll - Korada
18.01.2021
Have you ever been to Korada (812 m)? That was the question in the previous poll. Korada is the highest peak in Goriška Brda at 812 meters. Poll results: 56 % No 42 % Yes 2 % I don't know The poll, which ran from 12.1.2021 to 18.1.2021, had 708 participants from Hribi.net portal visitors.... |
 | Snow conditions 18.1.2021
18.01.2021
The danger is 3rd degree on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind slab, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger above sea level around 1500 m is CONSIDERABLE, 3rd degree, lower down MODERATE, 2nd degree. In the eastern part of our mountains, where there is less snow,... |
| Choose less crowded destinations and monitor snow conditions
15.01.2021
The weekend offers a good weather forecast. Many will use the free days to visit the mountains and have fun on the snow. Movement in the fresh air is certainly welcome for better psychophysical well-being, but at the same time, do not forget to take care of your safety.Let us reiterate the most impo... |
 | Snow conditions 15.1.2021
15.01.2021
The danger is 3rd degree on the European five-point scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-blown snow, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger above sea level around 1500 m is CONSIDERABLE, 3rd degree, lower down MODERATE, 2nd degree. In the eastern part of our mountains, where there is less... |
 | Snow conditions 13.1.2021
13.01.2021
Danger is 3rd degree on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind slab, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger is above about 1400 m altitude CONSIDERABLE, 3rd degree, lower down MODERATE, 2nd degree. In the eastern part of our mountains, where there is less snow, the b... |
 | Survey - View from Golič
12.01.2021
Can you see Slavnik (1028 m) from Golič (890 m)? That was the question in the previous survey. The correct answer is - yes. Golič is a scenic grassy summit from which Slavnik is visible. Survey results: 65 % Yes 30 % I don't know 5 % No The survey, which ran from 7.1.2021 to 12.1.2021, was parti... |
 | Snow conditions 11.1.2021
11.01.2021
The danger level is 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-packed snow, weak layers Danger assessment The avalanche danger is CONSIDERABLE, level 3, above about 1400 m above sea level, and MODERATE, level 2, lower down. In the eastern part of our mountains, where ther... |
 | Snow conditions 8.1.2021
8.01.2021
Danger is level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind slab, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger is above about 1400 m CONSIDERABLE, level 3, lower down MODERATE, level 2. In the Eastern part of our mountains, where there is less snow, the boundary between le... |
 | Survey - Ulovka
7.01.2021
Have you ever been to Ulovka (801 m)? That was the question in the previous survey. Ulovka is an 801-meter-high mountain above Zaplano. Survey results: 61 % No 37 % Yes 2 % I don't know In the survey that ran from 2.1.2021 to 7.1.2021, 719 visitors to the Hribi.net portal participated.... |
 | Snow conditions 6.1.2021
6.01.2021
Danger level is 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-blown snow, weak layers, new snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger is above about 1400 m altitude CONSIDERABLE, level 3, lower down MODERATE, level 2. Especially steeper slopes and places with wind-blown snow and ... |
 | Snow conditions 5.1.2021
5.01.2021
The danger is level 3 on the European five-level scale - CONSIDERABLE. Main problem: wind-drifted snow, weak layers, new snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger is mainly in the high mountains of the Julian Alps above about 1300 m altitude HIGH, level 4, lower down and elsewhere in our mountains abov... |
 | Snow conditions 3.1.2021
3.01.2021
The danger is at level 4 on the European five-level scale - HIGH. Main problem: weak layers, new snow Risk assessment Avalanche danger is primarily in the high mountains of the Julian Alps above about 1300 m altitude HIGH, level 4, lower down and elsewhere in our mountains above about 1400 m CONSID... |
 | Survey - view from Jamna peč
2.01.2021
Is Grintovec (2558 m) visible from Jamna peč (720 m)? That was the question in the previous survey. The correct answer is - yes. Jamna peč is a viewpoint above Možjanca, from which a beautiful view opens towards Storžič, Cjanovci, Javorov vrh, Kočna massif, Grintovec, Kalški greben, Krvavec and pa... |
 | Notice
1.01.2021
Hello! We kindly ask visitors to Jezersko (including climbers, when climbing is relevant), to walk on marked trails and not on running tracks. If they must, on the left side of the track, one behind the other. Best regards and safe travels! Source: https://www.jezersko.info... |
 | New PZS General Secretary with the New Year
31.12.2020
With the new year, the current General Secretary of the Alpine Association of Slovenia Matej Plank will be succeeded by Damjan Omerzu, who will strive to maintain stable operations and the reputable status of one of the largest Slovenian non-governmental organizations. The 35-year-old Damjan Ome... |
 | Snow conditions 30.12.2020
30.12.2020
Danger is 4th degree on the European five-level scale - HIGH. Main problem: new snow, weak layers Risk assessment Avalanche danger is decreasing and will be during the day above about 1200 m altitude CONSIDERABLE, 3rd degree, lower MODERATE, 2nd degree. The new snow has been heavily drifted by the ... |