Car park occupancy - Vrata valley

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Car park occupany - Mangart Saddle

Free parking spots70

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Guidance on safe mountain visits

It is essential to go to the mountains with the right equipment, knowledge and respect for the mountain environment.

Public transport around the park 2025

Triglav National Park - a priceless jewel of nature

Magnificent, mysterious, exciting, playful and unique.

Endemic animal species, including wolf, bear and lynx, and rich plant diversity with 19 endemic species.

In this land of myths and legends, people still live in perfect harmony with nature and are in tune with its traditions.

Vast, enchanting forests, deeply carved valleys, high mountain pastures and crystal clear water flowing from the slopes of the highest mountain, Triglav, into rivers, lakes and streams.

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Nature

Fauna

In the Triglav National Park there are more than 7.000 species. Learn about the most common species.

Flora

Despite the harsh living conditions, there are around 1600 species of plants in the park. Here are some of the most interesting.

Ecosystems

Vast forests, high mountain ridges and crystal clear waters. The Park accommodates a wide diversity of ecosystems.

Geology

The diversity of inanimate nature is the basis for diverse life forms.

Climate

Cold winters and short summers are a typical feature of the Alpine climate, which is common in the Triglav National Park.

Water cycle

More than 250 springs, the only Alpine lakes and the largest natural lake in Slovenia. Learn about the diversity of water resources in the park.

Natura 2000

Triglav National Park is home to many endangered species.

Quiet zones

Quiet zones are habitats within the park that are of particular importance for the protection of fauna and flora and habitat types.

Natural Values

Non-native species

Find out which invasive plant and animal species are found in the park.

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Culture

Man is creating cultural landscape to live and survive

Cultural heritage

The Park has an important role and concern for the preservation of cultural heritage as a cornerstone of sustainable development.

Cultural landscape

Human presence is encroaching on the Alpine world and significantly transforming the natural mountain landscape.

Building typology

Vernacular architecture is mainly based on the local climate, relief, and locally available construction materials.

Mining and iron industry

Iron production, which can be traced back to the Iron Age, reached its peak in the Roman period and the Middle Ages.

Archaeology

The Triglav National Park area is very rich in finds from different archaeological periods.

Myths and legends

Mountains at the foot of Triglav are not only famous for their natural beauty but also for their wealth of folk tales, myths and legends.

Settlements in the park

In 2010, the Triglav National Park incorporated 33 settlements with a total population of 2,444 people.

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Hiking

There are many easy and difficult hiking trails, walking trails and long-distance trails in and around the park.

Triglavska Bistrica Trail

Walking along the Triglav Bistrica Trail and visiting the Slovenian Alpine Museum in Mojstrana offers an experiential discovery of the valley - the natural phenomena of the Triglav National Park and the history of mountaineering in the north face of Triglav.

Pokljuka Gorge

Mangrt Nature Educational Trail

Goreljek Peat Bog Educational Trail

Mrzli studenec Nature trail

The Mrzli studenec Nature Trail is a circular route through dense spruce forests and is signposted with information boards. It is suitable for visitors of all ages.

Peričnik Waterfall

The Peričnik Waterfall circular hiking trail starts at the Koča pri Peričniku, goes to the Upper Peričnik Waterfall, bypasses the Lower Peričnik Waterfall and returns to the starting point.