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Ice climbing in the Julian Alps, near Kranjska Gora (4 days)

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Join IFMGA-certified guide Klemen as he takes you on a thrilling and mesmerising 4 days of ice climbing, where you will climb on some absolutely spectacular and amazing ice falls, all in perfect conditions in the world-famous Julian Alps, near Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.

Private

Julian Alps

4 Days

Jan, Feb, Dec

Intermediate

Beginner


Highlights

* Ice climb in the spectacular Julian Alps

* Learn more about ice climbing techniques to help you improve

* Witness some of the most gorgeous views in Europe

Description

I will take you on a 4-day ice climbing adventure that will blow your mind, as we tackle some absolutely glorious ice falls that are truly awe-inspiring, the icy sheets cascading down for a magnificent effect, and the perfect conditions making for some marvelous views over where the activity will take place, the Julian Alps, near Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.

The Julian Alps are one of the most famous and popular attractions in Slovenia, as it is home to the highest peak in the country, Mount Triglav, and also provides a wider array of Winter outdoor activities. The scenery is captivating and beguiling, and looks like something from a postcard!

We begin by meeting on the first day at the hotel in Kranjska Gora, where a safety and equipment check is held and all relevant information is dispensed. From there we hop over the border to Italy and climbs some easy ice falls as an introduction.

The subsequent few days are dedicated to ice climbing in such cute spots as Planica, Predel Pass and Vrsic Pass.

The views on offer from all these places almost defy belief, as the idyllic and pretty landscapes are proudly on display everywhere, backing up the reputation of this part of the world being a slice of Winter paradise.

We finish up on the last day with some more climbing before heading back to the hotel where we met, and we part company hopefully having left a warm and memorable impression on you.

Ice climbing in the Julian Alps is an unreal experience for anyone – book now to enjoy it!

For those who want more, we also offer 5-day guided ice climbing in the Julian Alps, here!

We also offer ice climbing mostly on the Italian side of the Julian Alps, here!

Itinerary

Day 1: Meet

Arrive at hotel Pri Martinu. Meet the IFMGA mountain guide, equipment check and discourse about the plan for next days. After meeting we are driving to Italy and we will climb ice falls  where the approach isn’t too long.

Day 2: Ice climb

Breakfast at 7 am. At 8 am the mountain guide will pick you up. A Short drive to Planica. Walk takes 1 h to Tamar hut. From there it is 15 min to ice falls. Climb ice falls and on the way back stop for a coffee and cake in Tamar hut.

Day 3: Ice climb

Breakfast at 7 am. At 8 am drive to Predel pass, which takes around 1h. Rapel to Predelica steam and ice climbing in the area. Retun back to hotel in the afternoon.

Day 4: Finish

After breakfast it is a short drive towards Vrsic pass. From Koca na Gozdu hut the approach takes 30 – 40 min. Climbing ice falls. On the way back we stop in the mountain hut for tea, coffee and apfelstrudel.

 

Details

More info

It's a good idea to have already done some icefall climbing, prior to joining this course. But if you have climbed alpine snow and ice routes or had a visits to an indoor climbing wall, and understand basic ropework (belaying/abseiling) you can join. Climbers are paired according to their abilities and ambitions.

Meeting point

Pri Martinu Inn, Kranjska Gora, Slovenia

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