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Julian Alps
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Duration1 Day
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Adventure Style
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From139 €
Krn Lakes above Soča Valley
A Day Tour, Soča Valley (pick-up in Kobarid / Bovec)
Embark on a journey to Slovenia’s largest alpine lake, Lake Krn, and its smaller but equally stunning twin, Dupeljsko Jezero. Tucked away amidst towering peaks above the Soča Valley, the tranquil Lake Krn is a pristine 300-meter-long, 150-meter-wide mirror, reflecting the imposing Mt. Krn—the highest summit of the Krn Mountains in the southwestern Julian Alps. This serene and secluded lake offers a breathtaking escape, an unforgettable experience for all who venture here. For those seeking more, the adventure can be extended to Velika Baba, a scenic peak rising to 2,016 meters above the lake, offering panoramic views of the surrounding alpine wilderness (contact us for more details).
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Itinerary
Starting from Lepena, a beautiful valley just underneath the Alps, we head towards the lake on a wide forest trail. After about an 2-hour hike through a forest, the trail opens up to the peaks above, and after another hour we finally arrive at the lake. For the hungry, we prepare a delicious picnic right on the lakeshore on the biggest Alpine lake of Slovenia, or you can decide to enjoy a good meal at the Lake Krn Hut, located just 15 minutes from the lake. Please note that it's about 3 hours to Lake Krn for adults (one way), which should make a 4-hour walk up for young families (one way).
Extra options:
1. We can extend the tour to two days with a night at the comfortable Krn Lake Hut (hot shower, possibility of a private room).
2. The hike can be extended to the spectacular Velika Baba peak above the lakes. Stats: 1400 m of ascent and 16 km distance altogether. Can be split into two days.
Is This for Me?
Adventure Style
Day Intermediate | Hike | Feel your heart pounding as we rush up a wildflower-speckled trail, be enchanted by high-Alpine landscape, and lie in soft grass below towering mountains.
Length and elevation gain
6 h hiking, 750 m | One-day tour; estimated 3-hour ascent, 3-hour descent. 750 meters of elevation gain.Client to guide ratio
7 : 1 | Small group experience; Max 14. Guide ratio 7:1.Age Requirements
10+ | All travelers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.Fitness level
Easy Active (2/5) | Great for outdoor novices to active hikers; 3-6 hours of activity per day.
Technical level
T1 | No previous hiking or climbing experience is necessary. Surfaces: rolling or mountainous terrain with typically easily ascending trails, some steep ascents/descents and uneven trails.
What's included
- Expert mountain guiding
- Transportation
- Picnic lunch
- Fun
What's not included
- Travel insurance
Recommended equipment
Basic hiking gear.
Additional information
An additoinal ascent of Mt. Krn, the highest mountain of the Krn Mountains in the southwestern Julian Alps. The trek can also be extended over two days.
Please find more information on our tours in FAQ. If you wish to discuss any aspect of the tour or your suitability for it, please phone +386(0)31603225 or email info@exploringslovenia.com.
Availability And Enquiry
| Dates | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom dates available! Contact us for custom departure date. | Make Enquiry | ||
| April 2025 | |||
| Tue, 29 Apr - Tue, 29 Apr | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| May 2025 | |||
| Tue, 13 May - Tue, 13 May | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 27 May - Tue, 27 May | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| June 2025 | |||
| Tue, 10 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 24 Jun - Tue, 24 Jun | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| July 2025 | |||
| Tue, 8 Jul - Tue, 8 Jul | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 22 Jul - Tue, 22 Jul | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| August 2025 | |||
| Tue, 5 Aug - Tue, 5 Aug | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| September 2025 | |||
| Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 2 Sep | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| October 2025 | |||
| Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 28 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| November 2025 | |||
| Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| December 2025 | |||
| Tue, 9 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| Tue, 23 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
| January 2026 | |||
| Tue, 6 Jan - Tue, 6 Jan | Available | 139 € | Make Enquiry |
Available extras
- Hiking poles 10 €
- Backpack 10 €
- Ljubljana transfer (roundtrip) 70 €
