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Hiking in the Seven Lakes Valley: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

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Discover stunning karst landscapes and incredible mountain scenery that define Slovenia’s Seven Lakes Valley.

Whether you have a single day or an entire week, the Seven Lakes Valley in Triglav National Park is one of the best hiking spots in the whole country. Complete with stunning views of some of the country’s most iconic peaks and incredible landscapes, there is no better place to head out on your next hiking holiday. Compare and book a certified guide for your trip on Explore-Share.com: 1500+ guides, 70+ countries and more than 8000 different programs to choose from. Take a pick from our selection of Hiking trips in Seven Lakes Valley. The mountains are calling!

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FAQs: Hiking in Slovenia

What should I know about Hiking Seven Lakes Valley?

Situated just to the southwest of Mount Triglav in Triglav National Park, the Seven Lakes Valley is a hiker’s paradise.

Heading out on a hiking adventure to see all 10 of the lakes is a great way to spend any summer holiday. Enjoying the immaculate scenery as well as getting the chance to see the valley from below by climbing up surrounding mountains is always a treat.

Among the most popular mountains to hike around the valley (other than Triglav) are Slemenova špica, Prisojnik, Razor and Bovški Gamsovec. From the summit of each of these scenic mountains are incredible views into the valley as well as out over the rest of the Julian Alps.

Why should I choose Seven Lakes Valley for my Hiking adventure?

Stunning scenery

Composed of 10 (not seven) different lakes in a karst alpine valley that sits just above the treeline, the Seven Lakes Valley is an immensely scenic place to head out on a hike. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountain scenery and take in the unique geological features of the aptly named Sea of Stone Valley.

Head out hut-to-hut

With so much natural beauty emanating in every direction, there are few better places to head out on a hut-to-hut hike than in the Seven Lakes Valley. Whether you have a few days to spare or an entire week, there are multiple routes to take that will bring you to all sorts of different parts of this unique and stunning valley.

Summit Mt Triglav

For those with the time and the appropriate sense of adventure, one of the most popular options for hiking the Seven Lakes Valley is en route to the summit of Mount Triglav, the highest peak in Slovenia. While some technical mountaineering know how is needed to reach the summit, taking this scenic route to the top only enhances the journey.

What can I expect from the weather during my Hiking trip in Seven Lakes Valley?

During the summer, average daily temperatures in the Seven Lakes Valley hover around 10 ºC. The valley receives moderate rainfall throughout the summer.

How can I get to Seven Lakes Valley?

Any trip to the Seven Lakes Valley will begin with a flight into the Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU). From here it is easy enough to hire a car or bus and make the short drive up north to the start of the trip.

Which language is predominantly spoken in the Seven Lakes Valley region?

Slovene

What's the country code for the Seven Lakes Valley region?

+386

What currency is accepted around Seven Lakes Valley?

Euro

When is the best time to travel to Seven Lakes Valley for Hiking?

May to September

What people are saying about Hiking |

Yan

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Amazing hike!! Enjoyed it a lot:D

Yan

5.00

Amazing hike!! Enjoyed it a lot:D

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