 | Discontinued entry point to Vintgar Gorge
16.08.2025
Due to dispute with municipality at Blejska Dobrava, discontinued entry point to Vintgar Gorge Association and municipality will try to resolve dispute at meeting planned by municipality after end of summer holidays At Blejska Dobrava, they discontinued the entry point to Vintgar Gorge. Thus, physic... |
 | Complete closure of the road Smuč koča - Naravske ledine
15.08.2025
We inform users of road LC 350171 Smuč koča - Naravske ledine that the road will be completely closed approximately from 20. 8. 2025 to approximately 1. 9. 2025. Please be patient and follow the changed traffic signage. Thank you for your understanding. Source: https://www.ravne.si/objava/1144430... |
 | Slips remain the most common cause of injuries in the mountains
14.08.2025
The most common cause of injuries in the mountains remains slips. Numerous interventions could be prevented. Calls for proper preparation amid rising number of mountain accidents The number of mountain accidents has increased by 28 percent over the past five years. This year, mountain rescuers have... |
 | Survey: Brana
14.08.2025
The question in the previous survey was: Have you ever been to Brana (2253 m)? Brana is a panoramic mountain in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. Survey results: 69 % Yes 30 % No 1 % I don't know The survey ran from 7. 8 2025 to 14. 8. 2025, with 692 participants.... |
 | Poll: Dovška Baba
7.08.2025
The question in the previous poll was: Is Dovška Baba higher than 2000 m? Correct answer is: No Dovška Baba is a 1891 meters high mountain in the Karawanks. Poll results: 72 % No 24 % Yes 4 % I don't know The poll took place from 1. 8 2025 to 7. 8. 2025, with 620 participants.... |
 | Notice: Bivak III is in the valley
5.08.2025
Repairs Jesenice alpinists report that due to maintenance work they have transported Bivak III all the way to the valley. It will be available to visitors again presumably in the second half of September 2025. They will inform you in advance about the exact date of its re-erection. Source: https:/... |
 | Poll: Jerebica
1.08.2025
The question in the previous poll was: Have you ever been to Jerebica (2126 m)? Jerebica is a panoramic mountain in the Julian Alps. Poll results: 54% No 44% Yes 2% I don't know The poll ran from 26. 7 2025 to 1. 8. 2025, with 537 participants.... |
 | Makalu, the first Slovenian eight-thousander, 50 years later...
30.07.2025
Makalu, the first Slovenian eight-thousander, 50 years later with the book by Viki Grošelj. The success on Makalu triggered a real avalanche of top Slovenian achievements in the Himalayas, whereby Slovenian alpinism stood alongside the Himalayan superpowers. On the 50th anniversary of the first Slo... |
 | Poll: Strelovec
26.07.2025
The question from the previous poll was: Where is Strelovec (1763 m) located? Correct answer: in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps Poll results: 70% In the Kamnik-Savinja Alps 11% I don't know 10% In the Julian Alps 9% In the Karawanks The poll ran from 18.7.2025 to 26.7.2025, with 544 participants.... |
 | Traffic regime Pokljuka - Uskovnica
24.07.2025
Traffic regime Pokljuka - Uskovnica To relieve Pokljuka of motor traffic, new and coordinated solutions have been adopted on forest roads on Pokljuka or Uskovnica. Traffic signs and information boards indicate the changed traffic regime. New traffic regimes, applying to the forest road Srednja vas... |
 | Closed forest road and mountain trail along the Komatevra valley
23.07.2025
Forest road and mountain trail along the Komatevra valley in Jezersko. The mountain trail that follows the route of the forest road along the Komatevra valley is CLOSED due to construction works on the road. The section above the Rubenik homestead is closed. No detour or bypass is possible! NOTICE... |
 | Damaged section of STKP between Zg. Sleme and Koprivno
22.07.2025
Part of the Slovenian mountain bike trail between Zgornji Sleme and Koprivna valley is damaged. The section can be crossed on foot leading the bike. The damaged section of the Slovenian mountain bike trail leads from Zgornji Sleme pass between Olševa and Raduha, past the chapel of St. Jacob into Ko... |
 | Wild camping in the mountains is not an innocent adventure
19.07.2025
Wild camping in the mountains is becoming increasingly popular many people want to capture magical photos of overnight stays in silence under the stars for social media. However, wild camping is dangerous, irresponsible, and legally prohibited. Mainly due to social media and influencers who are al... |
 | Planinski vestnik, July-August 2025
19.07.2025
In the double summer issue of Planinski vestnik, we have prepared the theme of the month or two months on mental health in mountaineering. Recently, we have written about a whole range of topics stemming from our psyche from fear, doubts, grief, love to perseverance. Mountains have always been a pl... |
 | Survey: Vrh Laške Planje
18.07.2025
The question in the previous survey was: Have you ever been to Vrh Laške Planje (2448 m)? Vrh Laške Planje is a panoramic mountain in the Julian Alps. Survey results: 80% No 18% Yes 2% I don't know The survey ran from 12. 7 2025 to 18. 7 2025, with 532 participants.... |
 | Mountain Camp - A Space for Experiences, Connections, and...
16.07.2025
Mountain camp - a space for experiences, connections and passing mountaineering to new generations. Mountain camps, which emerged in Slovenia already 100 years ago, have an important role in educating young people in the spirit of respect for nature, responsibility and cooperation, in transferring ... |
 | Poll: thunderstorm
12.07.2025
The question in the previous poll was: Have you ever been caught in a thunderstorm in the mountains? Poll results: 71 % Yes 27 % No 2 % Don't know The poll ran from 4. 7 2025 to 12. 7 2025, with 631 respondents.... |
 | Warning: Logging in the area of Rogla, Lovrenška Lakes and...
10.07.2025
Logging in the area of Rogla, Lovrenška Lakes and Pesek on Pohorje. In the wider Rogla area, specifically between Rogla and Lovrenška Lakes and between Koča na Pesku and Zgornja brv, forestry works are underway. The hiking trail is normally passable, but we advise caution due to falling trees and f... |
 | The world is changing... Why shouldn't we too?
9.07.2025
Is little Slovenia, which has quite a few connections with Trump and his style of governance, ready to stand up for its own population and charge foreigners at the Gates? Adapted from Owen Clark's article: President Trump Orders National Parks to Raise Fees on International Visitors in Outsideonlin... |
 | Poll: Veliki Draški vrh
4.07.2025
The question in the previous poll was: Have you ever been to Veliki Draški vrh (2243 m)? Veliki Draški vrh is a panoramic mountain in the Julian Alps. Poll results: 62% Yes 36% No 2% I don't know The poll ran from 26. 6 2025 to 4. 7. 2025, with 625 participants.... |
 | Research: The number of snakes in Slovenia is still declining...
3.07.2025
Research: The number of snakes in Slovenia is still declining, although they are protected. Snakes do not attack humans, some species defend themselves with a bite only if one reaches into their immediate vicinity or touches them. Although protected in Slovenia, their population is still declining,... |
 | Closed trail along the Mura between Radenci and D. Petanjci
29.06.2025
Mountaineering Association Matica Murska Sobota informs about the closure of a section of the hiking trail between Radenci and Dolnji Petanjci. The section along the Mura River is closed. The hiking trail between Radenci and Dolnji Petanjci is CLOSED on the section along the Mura River due to the c... |
 | Poll: Svinjak
26.06.2025
The question in the previous poll was: Which of the listed mountains is located the furthest west? Correct answer: Svinjak Svinjak, also Svitnjak, is a panoramic mountain that rises steeply above the Bovec Basin. Poll results: 54 % Mangart (2679 m) 25 % Svinjak (1653 m) 13 % Krn (2244 m) 5 % I do... |
 | All the best, Slovenia!
24.06.2025
On the Statehood Day of the Republic of Slovenia, we wish everyone a happy holiday.... |
 | Succulent Entangled Stories by Tomaž Žganjar
24.06.2025
Succulent Entangled Stories by Tomaž Žganjar - the first pocket edition from the Mountaineering Publishing House. Entangled Stories are a succulent, naturalistic-lyrical record of memories, anecdotes, and incidents by Tomaž Žganjar, an alpinist, mountain rescuer, and member of the alpine music grou... |
 | Poll: Križ
20.06.2025
Question from the previous poll: Have you ever been to Križ (2410 m)? Križ is a panoramic mountain in the Julian Alps. Poll results: 61 % Yes 37 % No 2 % I don't know The poll ran from 13. 6 2025 to 20. 6. 2025, with 538 participants.... |
 | In Posočje, two new cross-border lines will come to life...
19.06.2025
In Posočje, two new cross-border public passenger transport lines will come to life. The lines follow the implementation of the agreement adopted last year by Slovenia and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. With the start of summer holidays, two new cross-border bus lines of public passenger transport will beg... |
 | Planinski vestnik, June 2025
19.06.2025
In the June issue of Planinski vestnik, this month's theme covers death, death in the mountains and coping with it, the loss of companions, friends, loved ones..., and returning and persevering back into life - from pain to respectful remembrance. Many share their reflections with us, those willing ... |
 | Free buses around Bled, also to Pokljuka
16.06.2025
Set out to explore one of the most beautiful corners of the world with a positive attitude towards nature and responsible travel habits. Take advantage of one of the sustainable mobility options and travel around Bled and its surroundings with Bled Bus. This way, you will contribute to reduced traff... |
 | A Multitude of Mountaineers at the All-Slovenian Mountaineering Gathering on Janče
14.06.2025
A multitude of mountaineers at the all-Slovenian mountaineering gathering on Janče. Around 1300 mountaineers from all over Slovenia and the border regions gathered on 1 June at the Slovenian Mountaineers Day on Janče. In the jubilee year of the 130th anniversary of Planinski vestnik and Aljaž Tower... |
 | Poll: view through the Window in Rjavina
13.06.2025
The question in the recent poll was: Can Škrlatica (2740 m) be seen through the Window in Rjavina (2492 m)? The correct answer is: yes Poll results: 63% Yes 23% I don't know 14% No The poll ran from 7. 6 2025 to 13. 6. 2025, with 422 participants.... |
 | By train to the Day of Slovenian Mountaineers at Janče
10.06.2025
The Alpine Association of Slovenia (PZS) has been celebrating the Day of Slovenian Mountaineers for over four decades. On Saturday, 14 June, together with the Mountaineering Association Litija, which is marking 120 years this year, it is organising a full-day mountaineering event at the Mountain Hut... |
 | Slovenian Mountaineers' Day 2025 at Janče
10.06.2025
All-day mountaineering event at Janče, experiences for young mountaineers, families and adults, guided hiking and mountain biking excursions, sport climbing, mountain rescue presentation, main event with flag bearers procession and much more are good reasons to join us at Janče on Saturday, June 14,... |
 | Poll: Vojkova koča on Nanos
7.06.2025
The question in the previous poll was: Have you ever been to Vojkova koča on Nanos? Poll results: 86 % Yes 12 % No 2 % I don't know The poll ran from 31. 5 2025 to 7. 6. 2025, with 580 respondents participating.... |
 | Along Mountain Paths to Los Angeles or Tokyo...
4.06.2025
Along mountain paths to Los Angeles or Tokyo, 35 thousand volunteer hours of trail markers. Mountain paths crisscross most of Slovenia, leading us to almost every elevation, but not only that - along them, we could walk a quarter of the way around the Earth. The network of more than 10 thousand kil... |
 | Poll: view from Palec
31.05.2025
The question in the previous poll was: Can Storžič (2132 m) be seen from Palec (2026 m)? The correct answer is: yes. Poll results: 52 % Yes 28 % No 20 % I don't know The poll, which ran from 27. 5. 2025 to 31. 5. 2025, was participated in by 348 visitors to the Hribi.net portal.... |
 | Closed trail between Grmovšek Hut and Partizanka
30.05.2025
Mountaineering Association Slovenj Gradec informs about the closure of the hiking trail running across Kope ski resort. The entire section between Grmovšek Hut and Partizan Hut is closed. Easy hiking trail running along Kope ski slopes, between Grmovšek Hut below Velika Kopa and Partizan Hut is CLO... |
 | Closed hiking trail and road Činžat-Lamprehtov potok
30.05.2025
Mountaineering Association Lovrenc na Pohorju informs about the closure of the hiking trail and forest road, along which the hiking trail runs, between Činžat and Lamprehtov potok below Klopni vrh. Easy hiking trail and forest road between Činžat and Lamprehtov potok (Klopni vrh) are CLOSED due to ... |
 | Closed trail between Koča na Lopatniku and Ramšakov vrh
30.05.2025
Mountaineering Association Vinska Gora informs about the closure of the hiking trail between Koča na Lopatniku and Ramšakov vrh. The easy hiking trail between the hunting hut at Lopatnik and Ramšakov vrh is CLOSED due to logging and timber extraction until further notice. Nearby, the easy hiking tr... |
 | Mountaineering Village Baška Grapa - a place of unspoiled nature and warm-hearted people.
27.05.2025
Mountaineering Village Baška Grapa - a place of unspoiled nature and warm-hearted people. Baška Grapa is one of the few pristine corners of Slovenia, and with the solemn signing of the accession declaration on May 24 in Stržišče under Črna prst, it officially joined the international network of Moun... |
 | Poll: Košutna
27.05.2025
Question from the previous poll was: Have you ever been to Košutna (1974 m)? Košutna is a panoramic mountain in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. Poll results: 50 % Yes 45 % No 5 % I don't know The poll, which ran from 20. 5. 2025 to 27. 5. 2025, was participated in by 468 visitors to the Hribi.net portal... |
 | New face of Kredarica: renovation of the climate observatory begins...
26.05.2025
New face of Kredarica: renovation of the climate observatory begins. With the laying of the foundation stone, they solemnly marked the start of the renovation of the climate observatory at Kredarica, which has been continuously conducting measurements for 70 years. These will be further expanded af... |
 | Festival dedicated to the floral richness of Bohinj
23.05.2025
In Bohinj, the traditional 19th International Alpine Flower Festival is beginning. It will offer numerous botanical tours, culinary experiences, and events dedicated to wild plants and the floral richness of Bohinj until June 8. This year's festival program, prepared by Tourism Bohinj, consists of... |
 | Closed trail Rotek - Sora spring on Zgornja Sorica
22.05.2025
Mountaineering Association Železniki informs about the closure of the hiking trail between the Rotek homestead on Zg. Sorica and the Sora spring. The easy hiking trail between the Rotek homestead and the Sora spring is CLOSED until further notice due to fallen trees and resulting impassability. Det... |
 | Ahead of the tourist season, a dispute has arisen in the Bohinj municipality
21.05.2025
Ahead of the tourist season, a dispute has broken out in the Bohinj municipality over parking lots for tourists. The Municipality of Bohinj is sticking to "removing the cars" from Lake Bohinj this year too, but the local community Stara Fužina will reopen the parking lot during the season despite p... |
 | European mountaineering associations in Bohinj on mountain huts...
20.05.2025
European mountaineering associations in Bohinj on mountain huts and safety in Slovenian mountains. The Alpine Association of Slovenia hosted the assemblies of the European Association of Mountaineering Organisations and the Association of Balkan Mountaineering Organisations between 15 and 18 May 20... |
 | Survey: Pogačnikov dom
20.05.2025
The question in the previous survey was: Where is Pogačnikov dom (2050 m) located? Correct answer: on Kriških podih 94 % On Kriških podih 4 % On Prehodavcih 1 % On Velem polju 1 % I don't know In the survey that ran from 12. 5. 2025 to 20. 5. 2025, 627 visitors to the Hribi.net portal participated... |
 | Ceremony on Baška grapa joining the Mountain Villages
19.05.2025
Baška grapa, as the fourth Slovenian member, is joining the international family of Mountain Villages, which unites alpine localities that develop their tourism on the foundations of mountaineering tradition, primarily basic mountaineering activities, without large tourist infrastructure and with a ... |
 | Planinski vestnik, May 2025
16.05.2025
In the May issue of Planinski vestnik, we highlight the creativity of Damir Šantka from the Croatian Alpine Association, who is bursting with activities. He is active in various committees and commissions, writes articles for the magazine Hrvatski planinar, writes books about his mountaineering feat... |
 | Wildlife Season: How to Behave When Encountering...
15.05.2025
Wildlife Season: How to Behave When Encountering a Bear? Conversation with Matej Bartol from the Slovenia Forest Service We are in the time of year when encounters with bear cubs are not uncommon, so we asked experts from the Slovenia Forest Service where in Slovenia we can come across wild animals... |