Slovenia’s Julian Alps: Take a look at this fairy-tale view. As soon as you think about Slovenia’s Julian Alps, two images usually come to mind: Lake Bled and Kranjska Gora’s ski slopes if you’re into winter sports.
However, this alpine area in Slovenia’s northwestern corner is full of natural wonders. Many of them are found in the country’s only national park, Triglav, which is home to many of them.
Since 2019, it has been easier to get to know this area because of the Juliana Path, which was built in 2019.
To get to Kranjska Gora, you have to go through 16 stages. This 168-mile circuit goes through the foothills of the Julian alpine range. (The path also splits into four separate phases that cover an extra 37 miles south to Nova Gorica.)
Along the way, you’ll see beautiful views of tall mountains, waterfalls, fast-flowing rivers, and pristine mountain lakes.
It’s possible to pick and choose from the many stages, or you can spend a few weeks slowly exploring.
Here are some of the best parts of the trip.
Bled is a lake
He looks like something Walt Disney would have come up with if he had thought of it.
There is a small island with a church in the middle of pine trees on it, and when you arrive on the island in a traditional wooden boat, the romance level goes up a few notches.
Bled Fortress is a mediaeval fortress that is perched on a cliff overlooking the lake. It adds a lot more romance to the scene.
When guests aren’t swimming in the lake, they can go paddle-boarding or walk the four-mile path across the lake, taking in the breathtaking views.
The Tolmin Gorges
The Tolmin Gorges are made up of deep, green waters that flow between limestone walls that are covered with trees.
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Triglav National Park is on the southern end of Slovenia’s Juliana Path. The Tolmin Gorges cut through some of the Juliana Path’s most dramatic scenery.
There’s something almost ancient about these limestone walls that tower over the Tolminka River, with deep green waters rushing under them. You can reach the lowest level of the national park by walking on rocky steps and crossing wooden bridges. At 590 feet above sea level, there is a confluence between the Tolmin River and the Zadlaica River.
The lake is called Bohinj, and it is a beautiful place
Lake Bohinj: A popular place for kayakers.
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Slovenia’s largest lake is so beautiful that Lake Bled has to give it a run for its money.
Lake Bohinj is surrounded by mountains that are covered in trees. Its blue-green waters are a great place for relaxing swims and slow paddling and kayaking.
Before taking the cable car to Vogel ski resort, follow the path that goes around the lake.
From here, you can see Lake Bohinj in all its glory.
The Savica Waterfall
Savica Waterfall: The source of the river, the Sava Bohinjka.
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Near Lake Bohinj, there is one of Slovenia’s best natural sights that is worth a quick trip to see.
At 255 feet above sea level, Savica Waterfall is the source of the Sava Bohinjka River. It gushes into good green water through a deep crevasse.
Zlatorog Resort in Ukanc: Take the marked trail from there for about an hour. When you reach the rocky steps, you’ll see a small waterfall. For a quick break, there’s a cafe close by.
People go to the Zelenci Nature Reserve to see wildlife.
Spring water gives the lake at Zelenci Nature Reserve a colour that looks like something from another world.
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In a clockwise direction, one of the last things you’ll see is the Zelenci Nature Reserve.
Among the marshy swamps and the mountains in the Triglav National Park is a lake that looks like a bright turquoise colour.
Spring water from the Sava River flows down below, giving the lake its jade colour.
It’s a peaceful place to walk, with raised wooden walkways that lead you past more than 1,000 types of wildlife, like lizards and the rare scarlet grosbeak chook.
It doesn’t get cold enough for the water to freeze, even in the winter.
There is a mountain called Kranjska Gora in this part of Slovenia.
Kranjska Gora is a ski resort in the winter and a bike and climbing paradise in the summer.
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With all of the pretty things you’d expect from an alpine village, Slovenia’s best-known ski resort is the place to go. When the snow is gone, it’s time to explore its mountain trails on foot or by bike.
In a country that has had winners of the Tour de France, it’s not surprising that biking is big business here. Ski lifts run all year long, giving downhill mountain bikers the chance to speed down narrow tracks at high speeds.
If you’re near Planica, which is home to one of Europe’s best ski-jumping facilities, you can fly through the air on the world’s steepest zipline ride.
Then, for one thing that’s a little more gentle, you can set up camp on the shores of Jasna Lake, which is made up of two artificial lakes that meet at the confluence of two streams.
The Soa Valley
Some parts of the Juliana Path are made up of the river Soa.
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As you walk from Jasna Lake to Soa Valley, you will see the Vri River twist and turn in a way that will make your head spin.
Part of the Juliana Path goes through the Soa River, which is one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe. Kayakers and rafters love the river’s impossibly clear blue-green water, which makes it a favourite.
Along the way are some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Slovenia, like the mighty Boka and Kozjak, which both fall into a deep green pool of water.
History buffs will want to see the monuments from the Soa (Isonzo) Front from World War I when they visit the area.
It is a poignant reminder of the many people who died in the war here. The Stroll of Peace is a 143-mile path that goes all the way to Trieste.
The top of Mount Triglav
Triglav is a challenge to climb.
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To find out how to get to the top of Mount Triglav, hikers and climbers may want to go off the Juliana Path and figure out how they’re going to get there.
This huge 9,296-foot limestone peak usually requires a one-day stay and a high level of health. It’s worth thinking about hiring a guide.
It’s possible for you to go up the mountain in a number of ways. The two most popular routes start at Lake Bohinj or Lake Bled.
There will be a little scrambling near the summit, which is only accessible from June to October. You should be ready for that.
