Walking holidays in Slovenia

- A paradise for hiking holidays: explore Slovenia with Bering Travel -

Looking for new challenges to satisfy your hiking passion? Then we recommend that you take a closer look at exploring Slovenia as the perfect destination for a hiking holiday. The conditions for hikers couldn't be better: Slovenia has more than 10,000km of marked hiking trails and the mountains in particular offer numerous high-alpine hiking trails where the views are phenomenal and the nearly 200 mountain huts provide bedding and something to eat.

On a hiking holiday in Slovenia, you can recharge your batteries by hiking through unspoilt nature. Bering Travel provides walking holidays along Slovenia's most beautiful routes and in spring and summer the climate is perfect in the mountains. Discover Slovenia's beautiful mountain landscape with the Julian Alps and Slovenia's highest mountain, Triglav, at 2900 moh and just waiting for you. Besides the peaks and the high alpine trails, you will also walk through valleys, meadows and flower meadows. In the quiet remote villages of Slovenia it is still possible to experience the country's cultural origins up close.

Worth knowing about Slovenia

From the Alps to the Adriatic: Slovenia is a country in the south of central Europe, bordering Austria to the north, Hungary to the north-east, Croatia to the south-east and the Adriatic Sea and Italy to the west. Although small, Slovenia has four different landscapes and three different climate zones. To the northwest are the high mountains of the Julian Alps, the Karawanken and the Steiner Alps. The Soĉa, one of the country's main rivers, rises precisely from the Julian Alps.
To the southwest, the landscape is shaped by the Mediterranean Sea. However, there is one thing that applies to the whole country: the mountains and the hilly landscape of Slovenia with more than 10,000km of signposted hiking trails will warm the heart of any hiker. Enjoy the peaceful moments of the open, unspoiled nature on your hiking holiday in Slovenia.

The Alpe-Adria trail in Slovenia

Explore and enjoy the most beautiful places in Slovenia's only national park, Triglav National Park, and the Soĉa - Europe's most beautiful river. The Alps-Adriatic Trail hiking tour starts in Kranjska Gora. From here, the first stage goes high up - to the Vršič mountain pass, 1,618 metres above sea level, which is also where today's hike begins. On foot, the route now takes you down to the source of the Soĉa River, also known as the Soul of the Julian Alps, and on along the Soĉa Trail to Trenta. The next day the tour continues to Bovec over spectacular suspension bridges and through the Soĉa Gorge. The following stages make first to Drežnica and on the fifth day to Tolmin. The last hiking day of the tour ends with a wonderful hike to Hlevnik and the Kolovrat ridge, from where there is a pleasant descent to Reguio Solarie, a former border crossing to Italy.

Hiking the ridges of the Julian Alps

Our hiking holiday in the Julian Alps also begins in Kranjska Gora, from where you will hike in the beautiful national park. The beautiful views and the impressive nature are a great experience. The tour ends at the incredibly beautiful Bohinj Lake. The hiking holiday in Slovenia is not a very demanding hike, so most people will be able to cope with the hikes and the lovely hotels.

Our best moments on a hiking holiday in Slovenia

Impressive natural landscapes: on a walking holiday in Slovenia you are guaranteed great nature experiences in the beautiful countryside.

Taste Slovenia: After the hikes, we suggest you taste the excellent homemade honey liqueur, which can be found all over Slovenia.

Cheese from the high alpine pastures: What could be better than tasting the country's specialities during the hike. Don't forget to taste the delicious cheeses on the hike.

Enjoy a break from hiking with your feet in the water: on our hiking holiday in Slovenia, much of the hiking takes place by impressive lakes. What could be better than ending a day's hiking with your feet in the water.

Climate and nature in Slovenia

Although Slovenia is a small country, there are three climate zones. The northern regions are characterised by an alpine or sub-alpine climate. Here, hiking in high summer is ideal as it does not get too hot. The eastern part of Slovenia has a Pannonian climate, which can mean very cold winters and hot summers. The southern part of the country - especially the part bordering the Adriatic Sea - has a Mediterranean climate.
Because Slovenia has several different climates, it is one of the most biodiverse countries in the EU. Slovenia is working hard to safeguard its rich plant and animal life, with 35% of the country's land area and 312 animal and plant species already protected.

Culture and tradition

Slovenia is also diverse in terms of traditions and customs. The dances, traditional costumes and typical folk music vary from region to region. Folk music is popular throughout the country and is an important part of local festivals. Enjoy the sound of the accordion and strings - live of course - while you dance the polka or waltz. On a walking holiday in Slovenia you can explore the country's cultural treasury and meet the people who give culture a human face. Look forward to a colourful adventure on a walking holiday in Slovenia - where we will of course transport your luggage between hotels.

What to taste in Slovenia?

Slovenian cuisine is as varied as the landscapes of this beautiful country. Neighbouring countries such as Austria, Hungary and Italy have all influenced Slovenian cuisine, which is based on fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy products and wild berries and herbs. You should definitely try Slovenian specialities, such as the Sweet Gold - internationally renowned honey from Slovenia, the local pumpkin seed oil, the good wines or the herb liqueur 'Pelinkovac'. You should also try the delicacy from Bled: the traditional Bled cream cake made of delicious puff pastry, whipped cream and vanilla cream. You could call it a pilgrimage to Bled.

Discover Slovenia on foot: a walking holiday without luggage

Along the beautiful hiking routes through the Julian Alps or along the Alpe-Adria trail in Slovenia - worry-free and with luggage transport. On Bering Travel's walking holidays, luggage transport is included, so you can focus on enjoying life and beautiful nature. Our team arranges your trip with professional advice, detailed travel documents, personal contact, cosy hotels and luggage transport on the way. You can contact us at any time on our 24-hour hotline if you need anything.