How good is the cell reception in the mountains? Is there wifi available?

Cell reception is on and off in most parts of the Julian Alps. The reception is generally better on the peaks and exposed parts and worse in secluded valleys. Some huts offer paid wifi option, but not all.

Are the tours only possible in summer?

Most of the mountain huts only operate from June to September . Some huts are open sooner and longer, but those times change from season to season according to weather and snow conditions. Read about best seasons for hiking in Slovenia.

What if the weather forecast is bad?

Most of the tours can be done even in light rain , as long as you dress accordingly . It is not unusual in the summer that there are afternoon thunderstorms, so early starts are advisable. If the weather looks really bad, we will try to reschedule or propose an alternative tour.

What to bring for an overnight stay in the mountain hut?

Try to pack light, only take what you really need. You need your passport or ID for check-in, and some cash is advisable if the internet is down. Bring your sleeping liner and earplugs for the night, and a toothbrush and body wipes for hygiene. You don’t need slippers, they are in the hut already.

Ski touring in Triglav National Park with bright sun over snow-covered alpine mountains.

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Triglav Ski Touring Traverse

3 days / 2 nights

Experience ski touring Slovenia to the fullest on this diverse journey through the winter fairytale of the Julian Alps.

Starting point

Vogel Ski Resort

Finish point

Krma Valley

Season

From December to April

Technical level

5/5

Fitness level

5/5

Tour type

Hut-to-Hut

Experience ski touring Slovenia to the fullest on this diverse journey through the winter fairytale of the Julian Alps.

Starting point

Vogel Ski Resort

Finish point

Krma Valley

Season

From December to April

Technical level

5/5

Fitness level

5/5

Tour type

Hut-to-Hut

Highlights

Tackle Slovenia's ultimate ski-touring challenge – Slovenian Haute Route
Ski through the heart of the Julian Alps
Enjoy the calmness of the mountains during winter
Spend an adventurous night in an authentic mountain bivouac
Have a safe and enjoyable experience with our expert mountain guide
Spice up your tour with an ascent of Mt. Triglav in winter conditions

Itinerary of the trip

The first day will start at the magnificent Lake Bohinj, where the cablecar will lift us to the Vogel Ski Resort and save us a big first-day climb. After that, we’ll put on our skis and hike to Šija, the highest point of the only ski resort in the Triglav National Park. Some excellent skiing follows, which takes us to Zadnji Vogel, from where there’ll be plenty of options that will depend on the conditions. We’ll continue our journey on the up and down route to Komna, the mountain karst plateau, where the Komna hut, our resting place for the night, awaits us.

Hiking

17 km and 600 m of elevation gain / 950 m of elevation loss

Accommodation

Mountain lodge surrounded by green trees with hikers on the terrace under cloudy skies.

Bunk room interior with wooden floors, a large green backpack, and a window showing a forest outside.

Dom na Komni

A popular hut with one of the best views on the Bohinj lake

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Snowy mountain peaks under dramatic blue sky with scattered white clouds at Vogel ski resort in winter.

Snowboarder carving down deep powder on vast, sunlit Zadnji Vogel mountain slope.

Snow-covered alpine huts below high, bright mountains under a blue sky in winter.

On the second day, you will slowly continue your way across the Komna plateau to the Double lake and the Triglav Lakes Hut. There, one of the more picturesque parts of the tour follows, the ascent through the stunning Triglav Lakes Valley besides the frozen lakes and the magnificent peaks towering over them. The day will end at Prehodavci, where the panoramic view to the western part of the Julian Alps will open up. Because the hut there is closed, we will have to get more adventurous and sleep in the authentic bivouac. It is well isolated, but not heated, which means we’ll have to use our sleeping bags.

Hiking

21 km and 1000 m of elevation gain / 700 m of elevation loss

Accommodation

Bivak na Prehodavcih

Gallery

Skier looking over vast snow-covered mountains above a cloud inversion, Komna.

Ski touring tracks curve through deep snow on a sunny day with snow-covered mountains under a blue sky.

Ski touring group ascending snowy slope below jagged, snow-covered Julian Alps peaks under blue sky.

Next morning we will ascend to the Hribarice saddle, where there will be an option to also reach the peak of Kanjavec, with stunning views all around, especially on Triglav. After that, it’s all downhill on the excellent skiing terrain down to Velska Dolina. A few hundred metres of ascent from Velo Polje to the Bohinjska Vratca pass, and we’ll be skiing down to our end destination of the glacial Krma Valley.

Hiking

26 km and 750 m of elevation gain / 1900 m of elevation loss

Gallery

Ski touring in Triglav National Park with bright sun and snow-covered mountains.

Ski touring below Kredarica peak on a vast, snow-covered mountain slope under cloudy sky.

As the perfect last day, the Triglav ski traverse can extend by one day with a climb to the top of Triglav. It is meant for the more experienced hikers, as it is done on foot. When we arrive at Bohinjska Vratca on the third day, we continue to Triglavski Dom on Kredarica, the hut with the highest elevation in Slovenia. After a night there, you have two options – Get your crampons and ice-axes ready to climb to the top of Triglav on foot, or skip that, and enjoy a long ski down past Stanič hut and valley Za Cmirom to the Vrata valley, or from Kredarica straight to the valley of Krma.

Hiking

26 km and 1400 m of elevation gain / 2200 m of elevation loss

Gallery

Ski tracks across snow leading toward Kredarica and Triglav mountains in winter.

Snowy alpine mountain range view from Kredarica in winter with distant valleys under blue sky.

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What’s included in the price?

Guided

Licensed mountain guide

Tour design and organization

Transfer from Bled

Mountain hut reservation (the fee is payable in cash on-site)

NOT INCLUDED

Overnight stay at the Dom na Komni hut with half-board (must be paid in cash on-site – cca. 70€/person per night)

Food and drinks at the Dom na Komni hut

Tourist tax

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Avalanche safety gear

Extra day: Triglav summit

Luggage transfer

Ski touring equipment rental

What to bring to the tour

Ski touring equipment (boots, skis, skins, and poles)
Crampons and ice axe
Helmet
2 pairs of waterproof gloves
Ski goggles and sunglasses
Avalanche safety gear (shovel, beacon and probe)
35 to 45-liter backpack
Warm base layer
Warm midlayer
Waterproof jacket
Waterproof or water-repellent ski touring pants
Down jacket

Sports socks and underwear
Headlamp
Sleeping bag
Sunscreen
ID card or passport
Food & snacks
Cash
Insulated water bottles or hydration pack
Toiletries
Toilet paper
Small first aid kit

The Triglav ski touring traverse is the ultimate way of experiencing the winter in the Slovenian Alps. Also called the Triglav “Magistrala”, it is the only true multi-day ski tour in Slovenia and a must-do for every ski tourer who finds himself in the Triglav National Park.

In three days, it takes you from Vogel ski resort to Komna plateau, through the Triglav Lakes Valley, across Hribarice mountain pass and down to Velska dolina and the Krma valley. Optionally, the tour can be extended by one day with a demanding climb of Triglav, the highest summit in the Julian Alps. It is a Slovenian mini version of the famous Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, much more peaceful, and just as beautiful.

It is a terrain full of ups and downs, none too steep, so a perfect way of enjoying the amazing scenery, while also putting your skiing skills to the test - it is a tour suitable for most ski tourers, that are confident in skiing independently and are in solid fitness condition - the backpack on the tour is a bit on the heavy side, because of the adventurous nature and remoteness of the tour.

The tour takes you into the winter paradise of the Julian Alps, across plateaus, valleys and snowy peaks. The terrain snow made almost unreachable by foot, suddenly becomes your ski playground.

We will spend our first night in a well-stacked mountain hut on the Komna Plateau, while our second night is spent in an authentic mountain bivouac, where we will rely on our own supplies.

Spending three days in the majestic scenery of snowy mountains that few people ever see in their entire lives will be an unforgettable and beautiful journey. Enjoy the wilderness of the Julian Alps with our most experienced guides and see what ski touring in Slovenia has to offer.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have rated our tours on a scale from 1 to 5, 1 being the easiest and 5 being the most difficult.

Fitness level difficulty tells you about how fit you need to be for a tour and how much walking there is. Most of our tours are suitable for most people that are regularly active and can walk for around 5-6 hours per day with breaks.

Technical difficulty tells us about the paths we use – Level 1 means that zero hiking experience is required, while 5 is only for experienced hikers used to the exposure and basic climbing techniques.

Our guided tours are led by UIMLA or IMFGA internationally licensed guides who have completed many years of training to make your hut to hut hike both safe and enjoyable. They are passionate individuals who call the Slovenian mountains their second home and are ready to share this adventure with you.

Different huts have different options and sometimes, private rooms for 2 or 4 persons are available. It is not the rule and they require a very early booking. We will try to get you the best possible accommodation from what is available at the time of your booking.

We recommend booking as early as possible. Slovenian mountain huts are very popular and get booked up several weeks in advance, especially on weekends. If your booking is late, we will try our best to find a suitable alternative. Sometimes, last-minute spots open up. However, we cannot guarantee a free spot.

No, all of the huts provide blankets, bedding and pillows, but you can bring your own silk or cotton sleeping liner.

All of the huts offer vegetarian options and usually at least one vegan option. Still, kitchens high up are basic, so don’t expect too many choices. Huts generally serve authentic meals like stews, soups, and sausages. If you have strict dietary restrictions, consider bringing your own food as they can’t make a special meal per request.

Most high-altitude huts in Slovenia don’t have a drinking water source, but you can buy bottled water for around 4,5€ per 1,5l. You can also bring a water purifier and filter rainwater or water from the lakes. Some freshwater sources are also on the way so you never have to carry too much.

In our guided tours, we take care of the reservations for you, and you pay for the huts together with food on the spot. In most huts, you can pay with a credit card, but it is advisable to bring some cash just in case if the internet is down – After all, you're in the mountains. If you are a member of the UIAA Alpine Association, bring your card and you will get a discount.

For our self-guided tours, the accommodation with half-board is included in the price.

Ratings & Reviews

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slansky

Verified customer

I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Hut to Hut Hiking. They were exceedingly responsive, patiently answering my many emails' worth of questions about itineraries, schedules, logistics, and the like as I planned a self-guided trip. They helped to create an absolutely perfect trek despite the limited time I had and they provided helpful information for me to organize travel to and from the start and end points. Hut to Hut's communication is professional and the itinerary and GPS tracking information they sent me once I paid/booked was flawless. The trails were easy to follow, Ride with GPS worked perfectly (I was already familiar with the app), and I was so grateful to have relied on a company to facilitate my route in a country where I was unfamiliar. I'm used to planning my own routes, but Hut to Hut Hiking's expertise and insight made the entire experience infinitely more pleasant. I would highly recommend using Hut to Hut for your multi-day hiking needs in Slovenia. It's worth it!

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Ann Swainson

Verified customer

Thank you so much for a fantastic trip. It was absolutely stunning, well organised, and a brilliant trip. Special thanks to Jan for his kindness & support on what was a personally challenging trek.

Alpine lake with turquoise water surrounded by rocky slopes and green pine forest under blue sky.

Four hikers posing by a clear green alpine lake surrounded by rocky, forested mountains

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Hikers on rocky trail descending toward alpine meadow with pine forest and white mountain peak.

Robert Backlund

Verified customer

Our Guide Luka was amazing! And the three-day hike was a Memory for life, really beautiful. Cant recommend it enough.

Hiking trail winding through grassy alpine meadow with scattered rocks and distant mountains

Rocky mountain trail overlook with wooden signpost and steep valley view under blue sky.

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Hikers traversing rocky mountain ridge above sea of clouds under blue sky

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Andrew Luff

Verified customer

A fantastic 3 day self guided Hut to Hut hike around Triglav National Park in Slovenia. We experienced a full range of weather which made it an unforgettable trip. The organisation and back up support with GPS maps etc was excellent. Hut staff were friendly and very happy to give advice and suggestions on the routes and directions. Would recommend.

Small wooden cabin in a green meadow against steep, forested mountains under dark clouds.

Wooden signpost on grassy mountain slope near chapel with snowy peaks under blue sky

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Forest slope with melting snow, evergreen trees, and distant mountains under a blue sky.

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pam r

Verified customer

Exceptional “Panorama 3 day Hike to Pokjuka Plateau” October 6-8. Stayed first night at Hotel Jelka (which I highly recommend) because Blejska hut was fully booked. The hotel is a nice option as it has been fully renovated and is close to the hut but offers hot showers and a private room! Second night was at Uskovnica hut which could use updating but offers lots of outdoor patio space, hot & cold running water and indoor flush toilets, much appreciated. It is accessible to day hikers so busy mid afternoon on a sunny Sunday! My guide Klemen, was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, helpful and kind! Every detail of our route was carefully planned to make the experience perfect for me. Assistance was generously offered and accepted through rough scree coming down from the shoulder. Pace and snack breaks were set to meet my needs exactly and Klemen is a super friendly person. I was alerted about dangerous karst crevices and places where there were steep steps and tricky spots to navigate. All of which made my experience stress-free and fun, as well as extremely safe. I can’t find enough words to express how much I recommend Triglav Tours and particularly my guide Klemen Gerbec. Triglav National Park is spectacular- don’t miss it!

Rocky mountain peak visible above green pine trees under a clear blue sky.

Turquoise river flowing through a narrow, moss-covered rock gorge with surrounding green foliage.

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Small waterfall cascading over mossy rocks into a pool of clear, turquoise water.

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emily vollmar

Verified customer

My friends and I did a 3 day hut-to-hut hike in Triglav National Park this summer and loved it! Our guide, Bine, was very knowledgeable and provided necessary equipment and fun facts through the hike. We really enjoyed the via ferrata experience and we were happy to have someone guide us through the more technical aspects. The overnights in the huts were a blast with our guide and the other girls on our tour as well. Great way to see Triglav National park and meet new people! I cannot recommend Triglav tours enough!!

Two climbers pose by Aljažev Stolp on a rocky mountain summit under a cloudy sky.

Hikers using via ferrata cables on rocky mountain ridge at sunrise with sun flare

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Rocky mountain landscape at sunrise or sunset with orange and pink clouds and a distant building.