Hike Through Slovenia’s Only National Park, The Triglav National Park
Wondering where to go this summer? Or wondering where is the best place to go when you are a nature lover? Here is the solution to all your dilemmas! to visit Triglav National Park, Located in Slovenia, Triglav National Park will give you the option to explore other places nearby and be surprised by the breathtaking views amidst the mountains. You can wander around and marvel at the love of nature within you.
About Triglav National Park
Triglav National Park is located in Slovenia, not far from the border with Italy and Austria. It is named after Triglav Mountain, which has a height of 2,864 meters as well as several other mountains covering an area of about 84,000 hectares.
It includes much of the eastern Julian Alps. Triglav National Park is the only park existing in Slovenia and one of the oldest national parks in Europe. The park was maintained to protect the various interests in the region such as the diversity of nature, landscape and cultural heritage. This national park has a strict protection policy towards its natural resources and everything in it. The Triglav National Park area was first protected in 1924 and named the Alpine Conservation Park. But later in 1961 it was officially renamed Triglav National Park.
Triglav National Park Entrance Fee: Ticket prices vary according to the age group of the person. For adults, the cost is 9 EUR, 7 EUR for groups of more than 10 adults and 5 EUR for students. 3 EUR for children over 6 years and 1 EUR for under 6 years.
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Best time to visit
The best season to visit Triglav National Park is summer. Due to heavy snowfall and cold waves, the park remains closed during cold season and opened in summer. This year it will open in May.
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Things to do in Triglav National Park
Being one of the famous attractions in the world, Triglav National Park has many facilities as well as activities for the visitors who come here. The following are lists of activities you can do while in Triglav National Park
1. Cycling
Do you want to visit Triglav National Park? Then the best option would be to rent a bicycle to explore the surrounding area. Cycle around the lake and then turn towards the palace here which will make your trip more attractive. Cycling is environmentally friendly and that is why people are encouraged to use bicycles while traveling here.
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2. Sightseeing
If you are visiting Triglav National Park and you do not enjoy the dreamy waterfalls views, it will make your trip worthless. Here is a list of waterfalls that you can see in this park.
- Savika Waterfall: Savika Falls is most crowded due to easy access. This waterfall is the first thing one sees when one enters Triglav National Park.
- Perinik Falls: This waterfall is 52 meters high and is about half an hour away from Lake Bled.
- Book Waterfall: Boka Waterfall is considered to be the highest waterfall in Slovenia with a height of 106 metres. Although it will take quite a long time to get there but in the end, it will all be worth your trip.
- Waterfall Waterfall: Virje Waterfall is the smallest of all the waterfalls but the most beautiful. When you see it with your own eyes you will understand its beauty.
- Kozjak Falls: One of the hidden treasures of Slovenia, the beauty of this waterfall is so mesmerizing that one cannot stop oneself from standing there and thanking nature for its miracles.
Triglav National Park also has some breathtaking valleys to keep your eye on. With the Trenta and seven other valleys, one will discover its charm. Everything in Triglav National Park seems to come straight out of a fairy tale.
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3. Hiking
Triglav National Park is known for hiking, with many trails that lead people towards their adventurous dreams. Following are the names of some trails that will make anyone feel good and mesmerized at the same time.
- Triglavska Bistrica Trail: The Triglavska Bistrica Trail starts from the Slovenian Alpine Museum in Mojstrana. This route is 12 km long and will take you approximately 3 hours and is a one-way route.
- Soka Trail: This is the first route to be built in this park. The Soča Trail is considered one of the most beautiful trails with many cultural monuments. The trail starts from a hut located at the source of the Soka. It is a 25 km long route and will take 7 hours to complete.
- Goreljek Bog Nature Trail: The Goreljek Big Nature Trail starts from Penzien Jelka, Pokljuka. It is a circular path which is approximately 1 km long and will take 45 minutes to complete.
- Mostnica gorge: This valley is famous for its rocks that resemble elephant heads. Mostnica gorge starts from Stara Fujina, which is 5.5 km long and will take 2 hours to complete.
- Tolmin gorge: Tolmin gorge starts from Zatolmin which is the entrance to the village. It is a circular route which is 4 km long and will take 90 minutes to complete.
- Planica Tamar: Planica Tamer starts from the Planica Nordic Center which has many breathtaking views. This route is a one-way route which is 4 km long and will take 1 hour to complete.
Be sure to visit during the summer to enjoy the trails, as it will be colder and snowier during the winter.
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How to reach Triglav National Park?
Triglav National Park, with its charm and heart-touching scenery, offers people breathtaking natural views and memorable experiences. Now the question arises that how to reach this park? Well, anyone can reach here as per their convenience and available resources. There are several routes by which one can reach Triglav National Park.
By car: Parking for cars is available within walking distance of the park. But keep in mind, do not park motorcycles nearby as it is prohibited. There are several ways to reach Triglav National Park by car. It can be entered via Italian roads via the Predel Pass or from Bovec via Cluj Fortress. Or one can choose to come here via the Tolminka Trough. The other road to entry goes through the upper Sava valley.
by bus: Being the oldest and major park, Triglav National Park has its own merits. You will not have trouble with transportation as public buses run frequently on the route. If you are traveling by bus, catch the bus from Ljubljana and it will cost you around 6 EUR. The second bus route is from Bohinj and will cost 5 euros for adults and free for children under 10.
by train: Well, trains are considered to be one of the best sources to reach Triglav National Park in terms of your convenience. From Kazan, you can catch a train from Lecce Railway Station and then catch a local bus to reach your destination.
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If you are a nature lover and appreciate everything that nature has given us, then this place is for you. Every part of Triglav National Park will make you feel like you are living in a different world with amazing sights to see. We don’t believe? Then, book a tour here and see for yourself!
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