EXCURSIONS

Red is the colour of power which challenges, excites, and invites. In Slovenia, the red circle with a white center that marks our mountain trails above all signifies safe hiking. Imposing but accessible mountain beauties invite you to experience the Julian Alps, the Karavanke Mountains, the Kamniko-Savinjske Alps, the Pohorje mountain range, and many solitary peaks. According to an ancient Slavic legend, Mount Triglav, Slovenia's highest peak (2864 m), is a three-headed god who keeps a watchful eye over the earth, the sky, and the underworld.

Below the mountain spreads Triglav National Park. Covering 84,805 hectares, it is among the largest natural parks in Europe. The sources of the Sava and Soa rivers are here as well as the Valley of Seven Lakes. Chamois, mountain sheep, wild roosters, grouse, eagles, and marmots live here among unique plant species. Individual examples of older mountain architecture have been preserved, as well as remnants of the heritage of the past such as alpine dairy farming. Lake Bohinj, Slovenia's largest lake, with its unspoiled mountain surroundings is also found in Triglav National Park.

Below Mount Kanin is the picturesque Soa River valley where the world's best kayakers and canoeists compete and fly fishermen pursue the elusive Soa trout. Below the peaks of the Kamniko-Savinjske Alps lies Logarska dolina, one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in Europe.

Longer trips can include the horse stables at Lipica, Postojna caves or trip to Venice. For any other information about sightseeing please visit slovenian on-line travel guide.

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