Slovenia is a true hiking paradise. The landscape is incredibly diverse, and there are over 10,000 km of marked mountain trails and 5,000 km of themed and hiking trails. This country certainly won’t disappoint if you enjoy hiking.
You can opt for challenging mountain hikes; there are 352 mighty peaks above 2,000 meters. A (two- or three-day) climb of Triglav, Slovenia’s highest mountain at 2,864 meters, is surely the ultimate bucket list activity. You can take day hikes, multi-day treks (such as a hut-to-hut hike in Triglav National Park), and there are several long-distance hiking trails (including the Juliana Trail and the Slovenian Mountain Trail). There are a lot of scenic options to choose from: along a river, through a gorge, to a waterfall, through the forest, in a cave, or along crystal-clear lakes. There are plenty of opportunities to eat and drink in the local catering industry, where you can often literally taste the Slovenian atmosphere. Also from Karavla you can hike up to a mountain hut (approximately 1,5 hour hike one way) and further. For those who enjoy a serious challenge, the Ožarjeni Kamen via ferrata (grade C with partial D – UIAA) near Karavla offers a fantastic opportunity to see Lake Bohinj from a completely different angle.
Fortunately, there are also plenty of easier routes that will take you to the most beautiful spots, such as a walk around Lake Bohinj (10 km from Karavla) or Lake Bled (23 km from Karavla). There are also plenty of opportunities to skip the marked hiking trail and simply enjoy a leisurely stroll through the forest or mountain landscape. Even if you’re not a mountain climber, you can still enjoy the beautiful views and mountain scenery. For example, take the cable car up to Vogel ski center (15 km from Karavla) and enjoy the stunning view of Lake Bohinj and the Julian Alps, with grazing cows at your side. Or perhaps you’re a culture enthusiast and enjoy a city stroll or exploring the small Slovenian villages.
