Triglav, the Slovenian Route

1-Day Expert Alpine Tour, Vrata Valley to Vrata Valley

Venture into the awe-inspiring Triglav North Face, a massive 3-kilometer-wide, 1-kilometer-high vertical expanse, crisscrossed by over 140 climbing routes. Accompanied by our IFMGA-certified guides, you’ll tackle the legendary Slovenian Route, the first ever ascended on this formidable face in the late 19th century by hunters from Trenta. This classic route, with its moderate climbing difficulty, offers a thrilling challenge, suitable for both summer and winter conditions. The climb presents not only technical excitement but also spectacular alpine scenery that feels almost otherworldly. Ideal for first-time climbers looking to conquer the Face, or seasoned adventurers returning for the unmatched thrill of this iconic ascent.

 

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Itinerary

We park in an Alpine valley called Vrata and head straight towards Triglav, the highest mountain of Slovenia, and its 3-km wide and 1-km high vertical Triglav North Face simply called the Face. The trail, which is not marked, starts in a forest, then continues up as a barely visible path which passes large rocky slopes and a refreshing stream, offering breathtaking views of the Face and other spectacular mountains of the Julian Alps. After the initial pleasurable walk, we strap on our climbing gear and bite into the much steeper Face. The views en route are simply breathtaking and let you into the mysterious vertical world of the Face permeated with a rich history of climbing. The route finishes at the summit of Slovenski Turnc, 2,267 m, and is estimated to last about 5 hours. It is highly recommended to extend this tour over 2 days with the night spent in the Kredarica Hut, conquering Mt. Triglav and then returning back down on the second day.

Is This for Me?

Adventure Style

Expert Alpine | Climb | Experience the wild side of the Alps. Tackle the routes that push back the boundaries and explore majestic ridges, walls and lonely mountains safely with our certified guides.

Length and elevation gain

8 h, 1,252 m | 8-h tour; estimated 5-hour ascent, 3-hour descent. 1,252 meters of elevation gain.

Client to guide ratio

2 : 1 | Small group experience; Max 12. Guide ratio 2:1.

Age Requirements

16+ | All travelers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Fitness level

Vigorous (4/5) | Recommended for fit travelers; 7-9 hours most days.

Technical level

T4 | Recommended for climbers with Alpine climbing experience. Surfaces: mountainous terrain with demanding and extremely exposed walls, I, II, III climbing and short sections of IV climbing with no safety cables, or harder via ferrata routes.

What's included

  • Expert mountain guiding
  • Transportation
  • Pro climbing gear
  • Fun

What's not included

  • Accommodation
  • Travel insurance
  • Other expenses of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages and non-outside group meals, snacks etc.)

Recommended equipment

Via ferrata set, climbing harness, climbing helmet, basic hiking gear.

Additional information

It's highly recommended to split the tour into two days, conquering also Mt. Triglav and spending the night in the Kredarica Hut.

Availability And Enquiry

Dates Availability Price
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July 2025
Sat, 19 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul Available 390 € Make Enquiry
August 2025
Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 23 Aug Available 390 € Make Enquiry
September 2025
Sat, 20 Sep - Sat, 20 Sep Available 390 € Make Enquiry

Available extras

  • Tour preparation 350 € 8 video calls, 2 extra intro days
  • Ljubljana transfer (roundtrip) 70 €
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