| Mountains claim life of ski tourer
14.03.2010
An accident occurred on Mali Mojstrovka, in which an Austrian ski tourer died after sliding 200 meters down the slope. The 43-year-old ski tourer, an Austrian citizen, was ascending towards Mali Mojstrovka in the morning with a 50-year-old ski tourer, also an Austrian citizen. When they had climbed... |
| Avalanche danger is at level 3
11.03.2010
In the past few days it has been cold and windy in the mountains with occasional precipitation. Up to about 30 cm of snow has fallen (more in southern Slovenia too), which has not bonded well with the old partially frozen base, therefore the avalanche danger has increased to level 3. Areas with wind... |
| Snow avalanche buries female mountaineer
10.03.2010
Today, two mountaineers were ascending Dovška Baba when a snow avalanche surprised them. The mountaineer escaped, but the female mountaineer was found dead after several hours of searching.Source: www.rtvslo.siDovška Baba. The image is symbolic.... |
| Freeride skier's slip on Krn
7.03.2010
Today around 8:30 a.m., an Italian freeride skier slipped while skiing down from Gomiščkovo zavetišče, where he had spent the night in the winter room with two friends (a boy and a girl; the latter descended on foot and roped up). The accident happened after about 100 m of descent, where, as mention... |
| Avalanche under Raduha claims two lives
28.02.2010
Today, a group of three young hikers set out for Raduha. On the path between planina Grohat (also Grohot) and the summit of Raduha, they were surprised by an avalanche that buried all three mentioned hikers. The younger 22-year-old hiker, who was seriously injured, immediately called for rescuers. D... |
| Avalanche danger in mountains is level 4
20.02.2010
Due to the large amount of freshly fallen snow, avalanche danger in the mountains is very high. We advise against visiting high mountains for the time being, greater caution required elsewhere too.Conditions in the mountains... |
| Heavy rainfall, avalanches and floods!
18.02.2010
Tomorrow on Friday a distinct weather disturbance will reach Slovenia, bringing a larger amount of precipitation with it. The snow line will initially be between 1200 and 1500 m, then gradually lower, and on Saturday during the day snow may fall even in the lowlands. From Friday morning to Saturday ... |
| Avalanche buries two skiers
13.02.2010
On the slopes of Zelenice, an avalanche buried two skiers today who were skiing off the groomed trails or on a trail closed due to avalanche danger (exact location not yet known). According to unconfirmed reports, the avalanche likely released from the slopes of Zgornji Plot and Spodnji Plot (better... |
| Great danger of avalanche release!
11.02.2010
Due to the large amount of new snow that has not bonded well with the old base, there is a high risk of avalanche release throughout the country. The most snow, more than half a meter, fell in the high mountains of the Julian Alps.http://www.arso.gov.si/vreme/napovedi%20in%20podatki/lavinske_postaje... |
| Record Visits to Hribi.net Portal in January
2.02.2010
In January, we recorded 542.957 visitsor 359.251 unique visitors on the Hribi.net portal, which is the most since 2006, whenthe mentioned portal wasestablished.We thank all visitors to the Hribi.net portal,for the visit, and at the same time invite you to continue activelyparticipating in its... |
| Poll
31.12.2009
The correct answer to the poll question, which is the highest peak of Trnovski gozd, is Mali Golak (1495 m).Poll results:44% Mali Golak,25% Veliki Golak,15% Čaven,6% Kucelj,5% Mrzovec and5% Poldanovec.... |
| Accident on the path from Grintovec towards Kokrsko sedlo
29.12.2009
Yesterday an accident occurred during the descent from Grintovec, more on Kamnican.si :http://www.kamnican.si/nesreca-planinca-pri-zoisovi-koci-na-kokrkem-sedlu.html... |
| There is a high risk of slipping in the mountains!
28.12.2009
Because last week it mostly rained in the mountains or wet snow fell, the snow cover softened significantly and then froze with the cooling at the end of the week. Since the snow in the mountains has frozen, it is now hard and dangerous for slipping. Over the old icy base there are locally a few cm ... |
| Heavy rainfall, avalanches, and floods!
23.12.2009
A pronounced and extensive weather disturbance is approaching Slovenia, bringing heavy precipitation. In the high mountains of the Julian Alps, up to more than 2 m of new snow could fall by Saturday morning, so the already high risk of avalanche release will increase further. The snow line will be h... |
| Merry Christmas and a Happy 2010
22.12.2009
On the occasion of the upcoming holidays, we wish you many beautiful moments spent with your family and friends. In the new year 2010, we wish you much luck, health, hope, love, and as many safe steps on mountain trails as possible.Best regards, Hribi.net editorial team... |
| High risk of avalanche release!
8.12.2009
Due to the large amount of new snow, the risk of avalanche release has increased especially in the high mountains.... |
| Pre-Christmas meeting
26.11.2009
You can register for the pre-Christmas meeting of Hribi.net portal users at the link belowhttp://www.hribi.net/prijave.asp... |
 | Memorial ceremony in memory of Tomaž Humar
19.11.2009
The ceremony will be on Saturday, November 21st at 11 a.m. at the hut in Kamniška Bistrica. Additional information: http://www.drustvo-pdkamnik.si/novica_prikazi.php?rid=348... |
| Tomaž Humar trapped on Langtang Lirung mountain
11.11.2009
During a solo ascent in the south face of the Himalayan peak Langtang Lirung, Slovenian alpinist Tomaž Humar broke his leg and thus cannot descend. He has been trapped on the mountain since Monday.More about thisSource: www.rtvslo.si... |
| More than half a meter of snow in the mountains already
6.11.2009
In Slovenia, occasional precipitation has been occurring since the beginning of the week, slowly thickening the snow cover in the mountains. In the high mountains of the Julian Alps, especially on the mountain barriers between Gorenjska and Primorska, the snow cover is already around 60 cm thick, el... |
| Snow has blanketed the mountains
3.11.2009
Today a cold front passed over Slovenia, accompanied by occasional somewhat heavier precipitation. Up to 30 cm of new snow fell in the mountains, which the wind, especially in the high mountains, blew into drifts.Since predominantly cloudy weather with occasional precipitation will continue in the c... |
| At the Three Larches
8.10.2009
The correct answer to the survey question; How many larches are at the Three Larches, is more than 10.At the Three Larches is the name of an idyllic spot located at the foot of the mighty walls of the Martuljek Mountains. A few years ago there were three larches here, after which this area is also n... |
| Accident of Slovenian alpinist in the Himalayas
3.10.2009
Today around 7:00 Central European Time, the alpinist and mountain rescuer Franc Oderlap from Mežica fatally fell on the eight-thousander Manaslu. Source: www.rtvslo.si... |
| Slovenian Path on Mangart CLOSED
28.09.2009
Due to a rockfall that occurred a few days ago on the Slovenian Path on Mangart, it is CLOSED until further notice.... |
| Tošč 1021 m
26.09.2009
Correct answer to the survey: The highest peak of Polhograjske Dolomites is Tošč (1021 m).Until a few decades ago, Pasja ravan (1019 m) was the highest with 1029 m, but the Yugoslav army leveled it in the second half of the 1970s and removed 10 m of height. Therefore the summit is flat and full of m... |
| Road works on Vršič pass
22.09.2009
According to data from the Directorate of the RS for Roads, the road from Kranjska Gora to Vršič pass will be closed daily from 8 to 17, and from 17 to 8 a.m. there will be partial closure. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays there is no full closure, the same traffic regime applies as at night. The... |
| Mountain Running
15.09.2009
In the forum - current conditions section, a new subsection titled"Mountain Running" has been added. Under this subsection, you can describe anything related tomountain running.Best regards, Hribi.net editorial teamMountain Running... |
| Heavy Rainfall and Noticeable Cooling
4.09.2009
A pronounced cold front is approaching Slovenia, which will reach our areas in the evening and at night. Before it, rain will fall mainly in the west and north of the country, but as the front passes, the precipitation will intensify and spread across the entire country. Local thunderstorms with str... |
| In August 390,921 visits
2.09.2009
In August, we recorded 390,921 visits or 215,653 unique visitors on the Hribi.net portal, which is the highest since 2006, when the aforementioned portal was established. We thank all visitors to the Hribi.net portal for their visit and invite you to continue actively participating in its creation.B... |
| Opening of Pokljuka Gorge
29.08.2009
The reopening of the renovated Pokljuka Gorge will take place on Sunday, 30.8.2009, at 15:00. On the occasion of the opening, PD Gorje will also organize a cultural program featuring several choirs.Source: www.tnp.siPokljuška soteskaOpis poti... |
| Three lives extinguished in the mountains
29.08.2009
On Thursday, a 62-year-old man from Ljubljana set off from the Vrata valley towards Dolkova Špica. As he did not return by evening, his relatives notified the police. A rescue operation was carried out involving mountain rescuers, police, and a helicopter. The missing person was found dead under Dol... |
 | Passage of a cold front
28.08.2009
Tomorrow on Saturday 29.8.2009 a cold front will pass over Slovenia, accompanied by frequent and also strong thunderstorms, locally hail may also fall. Due to frequent lightning strikes, we therefore advise against visiting the high mountains tomorrow. Precipitation will subside in the night to Sund... |
 | Poll
26.08.2009
The correct answer to the poll "Can Krn be seen from Krn Lake" is yes. Poll results: 58% Yes 32% No 11% I don't know... |
| Bivouac below Grintovec
17.08.2009
A few days ago, members of GRS Kamnik began dismantling the old bivouac below Grintovec. Until the construction of a new one (expected mid-September), it will not serve its purpose, so when planning a tour, note that overnight stays in it are not possible. Source: GRZS... |
| Mountain biking
17.08.2009
In the forum - current conditions section, a new subsection titled "Mountain biking" has been added. Under this subsection, you can describe everything related to mountain biking.Best regards, Hribi.net editorial teamMountain biking... |
| In July we recorded 238,152 visits
2.08.2009
In July we recorded 238,152 visits or 118,398 unique visitors on the Hribi.net portal, which is the most since 2006, when the mentioned portal was established. We thank all Hribi.net portal visitors for their visit and invite you to continue actively participating in its creation.Best regards, Hribi... |
| Dangers in the Mountains
31.07.2009
A thunderstorm is a weather phenomenon accompanied by precipitation as well as thunder, lightning, and strikes. Mountain visitors must know that during a thunderstorm we must not stay on peaks and ridges, as lightning most often strikes the highest point. We must also move away from areas that attra... |
 | Death of a hiker on Vrtača
29.07.2009
Today at 9:40 a.m., during the descent from the summit of Vrtača, a foreign hiker, most likely an Austrian citizen, slipped or tripped. Due to the steep terrain, the hiker fell more than 100 m down the slope. Due to severe injuries, the hiker died at the scene. Slovenian mountain rescuers intervened... |
| A very hot week ahead
20.07.2009
A large part of Europe will experience very hot air in the coming days. Temperatures will especially exceed 40 degrees Celsius in the second half of the week. In Slovenia, it will be hottest from mid-week onwards, when temperatures in most of the country will approach 35 degrees, and in northeastern... |
| Passage of cold front on Saturday 18.7.2009
17.07.2009
Tomorrow, Saturday, a pronounced cold front will pass through Slovenia, accompanied by strong thunderstorms with wind gusts, heavy showers, numerous lightning strikes, and locally hail.Due to unfavorable weather conditions, we advise against visiting the mountains on Saturday 18.7.2009.On Sunday, mo... |
| Mountain accident
12.07.2009
Today around 13:00, a mountain accident occurred on the slopes of Košutnikov turn in the Karavanke range, in which a female mountaineer lost her life. The mountaineer slipped about 100 m deep and died at the scene due to severe injuries. With the help of mountain rescuers from Tržič and a helicopter... |
| Trail from Pokljuka to Vodnikov dom
6.07.2009
The trail from Pokljuka to Vodnikov dom is repaired and passable without any problems. A few days ago, pack animals were already led along it.... |
| Snow whitens the mountains
20.06.2009
With the passage of the cold front, it has cooled significantly in the mountains. In the alpine world, the snow line has dropped to around 1600 m, with heavier precipitation even lower in places. In the high mountains, more than 30 cm of new snow may fall by evening, on top of more than 1 m of old s... |
| Temperatures again over 30°C
12.06.2009
Ahead of us are a few sunny and gradually hotter days. Already tomorrow, i.e., Saturday, temperatures will rise to 28, on Sunday to 30°C. Even warmer on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, when maximum temperatures approach 35°C.Due to sunny and hot weather, head to the mountains in the early morning ho... |
| Damaged trail from Pokljuka to Vodnikov dom
12.06.2009
The trail from Pokljuka or Uskovnica to Vodnikov dom is damaged just a little further from the spot where it was closed last year, and therefore difficult to pass. Until repairs, use other trails (from Krma, Voj, planina Blato...).Source: www.gore-ljudje.netOther damaged mountain trails... |
| Abundant precipitation
5.06.2009
From today until Sunday evening, Slovenia will be under the influence of a strong southwesterly wind bringing very humid air. As usual in such situations, the heaviest rain will fall on the mountain barriers of western Slovenia. By Sunday evening, more than 200 liters of precipitation per square met... |
| Strong thunderstorms and cooling
26.05.2009
This evening strong thunderstorms will reappear, which may be accompanied by strong wind and hail.Already tomorrow a cold front will reach our regions, bringing significantly lower temperatures and some precipitation. In higher elevations, where a strong north wind will temporarily blow, temperature... |
| Closed and damaged mountain trails
25.05.2009
The winter rich in precipitation, which is slowly departing, has left devastation on many mountain trails.Powerful avalanches, thick snow cover and strong wind have damaged many mountain trails in the Slovenian mountains. Most of these trails are passable, but due to fallen trees, destroyed paths an... |
| Climber accident
17.05.2009
Yesterday afternoon, a climber was fatally injured in the Plenšak gully below Prtovč. The victim fell 40 m deep and died at the scene due to severe injuries.Source: Administration of the Republic of Slovenia for Civil Protection and Disaster Relief... |
| Kilimanjaro
4.05.2009
The correct answer to the survey question; What is the name of Africa's highest peak is Kilimanjaro.Kilimanjaro is a 5895 m high mountain located in Tanzania.Survey results:87% Kilimanjaro,5% Fuji (highest peak of Japan),4% Ararat (highest peak of Turkey),3% Aconcagua (highest peak of America),1% Mo... |