KRANJSKA GORA: ACTIVE

Due to the many opportunities for outdoor recreation in the superb natural surroundings, this town nestling below the Alpine peaks is appealing all year long.

In winter, its white slopes are the competition venue of the world's best alpine skiers, whereas in summer, the green plains, woods and mountain rivers attract hikers, bikers, mountaineers, fishermen and adrenaline addicts...

One of the most popular tourist destinations in Slovenia is a genuine paradise for sportsmen and women, as well as families more interested in easier ways to experience unspoilt nature. Children are enthusiastic about the magical adventures in a very special Kekec Land, the Land of the Dwarfs, and on the trail of Triglav fairytales. Kranjska Gora has a wide variety of accommodation, with the hotels offering wellness and convention facilities, whilst the unique natural heritage is an attraction in itself!

The North Face of Triglav literally takes the breath away. It is 1,000m high and 3,000 metres wide and was first climbed in 1890. Mountaineers usually set off for Triglav from the Aljaž Tower in the Vrata valley and today, the face has over 100 different routes to the summit!

Towards the top of the winding road to the Vršič pass there is a chapel built to honour the memory of Russian prisoners of war who were buried by a huge avalanche during the construction of the road. At the top of the pass you can admire the Ajdovska Deklica, the face of a young woman visible in the rock of the north face of the Prisank mountain.

Children love Kekec Land, where they are welcomed by Kekec, the famous hero of the most popular series of Slovenian children’s films and stories. Together with other characters, he tells fearless tales. Children have sour milk and žganci (hard-boiled corn mash) to gather strength for all the adventures.

Kranjska Gora has gained a reputation as a ski resort because of the Vitranc Alpine Ski Cup. In addition to the actual event, the visitors can also enjoy the traditional X-plosion of Fun, with world-famous musicians who rock the place down to its foundations!

In winter, visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing or ski mountaineering, sledding, ski boarding or ski-park adventures, as well as ice climbing.

Summer offers a summer toboggan run, over 200 km of cycling routes and an adrenaline cycling park, a great many alpine climbing and hiking routes and water sports... Kranjska Gora is a synonym for outdoor pleasures!