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\u201cHe who climbs upon the highest mountains laughs at all tragedies, real or imaginary<\/em>.\u201d<\/em>-F<\/em>riedrich Nietzsche<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mount Triglav (2864 m) is Slovenia\u2019s highest peak. Its name \u2018tri-glav\u2019<\/em> means \u2018three-headed\u2019,<\/em> due to its three-peak shape. This glorious giant is Slovenia\u2019s national symbol. It appears on the country\u2019s coat of arms and on the flag itself. Every true Slovenian has to conquer Triglav at least once in his or her lifetime. Judging by the numbers (around 80,000 hikers per year), many seem to have taken that saying to heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alja\u017e tower, on the top of the highest mountain in Slovenia<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

How difficult is the Mount Triglav climb?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Triglav is majestic. Triglav is intimidating. Triglav is one of Europe\u2019s most famous via ferratas<\/a>. And Triglav is climbable. It\u2019s considered to be an intermediate-level<\/strong> climb, meaning if you have a fair bit of physical fitness, you\u2019re good to go. You certainly don\u2019t have to be a professional alpinist. It\u2019s not very technically challenging but does involve a few steep and exposed sections, so having some prior via Ferrata experience is advisable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can you take the whole family along? Yes, children older than 12<\/strong> can join the climb no problem, as long as they\u2019re able to walk up to 6 hours straight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fun fact: the oldest person to reach the summit was a 90-year-old woman. If Supergran could do it, probably so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yet we stress again: good physical stamina and no fear of heights are paramount.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To give you a better idea of how to take on this legendary beast of a mountain, we\u2019ve assembled a few useful facts about the climb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Approaching Triglav<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The ascend takes 2 days. If you\u2019re a pro, you can do it in one long leap, but where\u2019s the rush?  Most routes run via a mountain hut on your first day (6-8 hours), followed by an early start the next morning to reach the summit and then descend back to the valley(6-8 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several ways of approaching Slovenian\u2019s most \u2018Slovenian mountain\u2019. All of them from the spectacular Triglav National Park<\/a>. Makes sense to name Slovenia\u2019s only ecologically protected area after its king of mountains, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The easiest way to reach the top of Mt Triglav is by setting off from the Pokljuka Plateau<\/strong>. It\u2019s the longest and least steep approach. After about three hours of hiking you\u2019ll reach the first mountain hut. The route then divides into two via ferratas. The via the Kredarica hut<\/strong> is longer and more demanding while the slightly easier trail is via the Planika hut<\/strong>. Both lead up a narrow ridge, equipped with cables. Don\u2019t let the vertical drop get to you, it\u2019s all very secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Triglav\u2019s\u00a0North Face<\/a>\u00a0or the \u2018Wall\u2019 is the hardest climb to the top. Trails leading up the wall start at the end of the\u00a0Vrata Valley<\/strong>, near the\u00a0Alja\u017eev dom hut<\/strong>. You can choose among three via Ferrata routes.\u00a0Tomin\u0161ek<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0\u010cez prag<\/strong>\u00a0routes are the most popular, while\u00a0Bamberg\u00a0is the most technically challenging. The most daunting part is midway, a 15-m vertical climb. Once you reach the\u00a0Kredarica hut<\/strong>\u00a0plateau, the classic climb to the summit ensues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fastest and less demanding route is from the lovely Krma Valley<\/strong>. The trail runs through the forest and then opens up to jaw-dropping views of the Alps. After turning a rounded ridge, you gradually get to the Kredarica hut. Then it\u2019s via ferrata to the summit.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Climbing Triglav with a guide or no guide?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

That is the question. A guided Mount Triglav tour<\/a> is highly recommended. Especially if it\u2019s your first time. A professional guide knows all the ins and outs of the routes and can advise which one suits your capabilities best. He or she is also an expert at checking the weather conditions and is trained in first aid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety first! Not only will you get up and down Triglav safely, but a local guide will also tell you some amazing facts about your surroundings, the history and tradition of Triglav, and the Slovenian Alps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, the safest and most educational way of conquering Slovenia\u2019s highest mountain is definitely in the company of a certified guide.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you do decide to go at it alone, please do so in the company of friends. And preferably someone who has already stood on Triglav\u2019s summit before.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Most Mount Triglav climbs<\/a> are done with basic hiking equipment. If you\u2019re climbing with a professional guide, via Ferrata equipment (helmets, headlamps, harnesses, etc.) is provided by the agency you\u2019re going with. The rest of your gear should include good quality hiking boots, warm clothes (and a change of clothes), a waterproof jacket and trousers, gloves, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and a (30 l) backpack. Walking poles are optional, but many hikers swear by them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind: the lighter the backpack, the easier the hike<\/strong>. You\u2019re not trekking up the Himalayas. Pack a decent-sized water bottle and some nutritious snacks (energy bars and the likes). You don\u2019t have to carry too much food, as the longest you\u2019ll hike between mountain huts is about five hours. And don\u2019t forget to take your camera \u2013 you wouldn\u2019t want to leave your Triglav climb undocumented!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mount Triglav \u2013 fun facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few interesting facts about Mount Triglav<\/a> you probably didn\u2019t know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n