Top 5 Alpine Pastures & Cheese Delights: A Scenic Hike Through the Heart of Triglav National Park
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We start our hike at Planina Blato and walk through a beautiful forest up to Planina Krstenica, where we already get amazing views of the mountains. From there, we continue to the peaceful and green Planina v Lazu, one of the most beautiful alpine pastures in the area.
Here, we stop to taste fresh cheese, sour milk, and other homemade dairy products. We also visit a traditional shepherd’s cheese dairy, where we learn how cheese is made in the old way. After this tasty and interesting break, we walk on to Dedno Polje, another wide pasture surrounded by high peaks, and then head to Planina pri Jezeru, where a small lake invites us to rest and enjoy the calm nature, and where we can also stop at a mountain hut for a warm drink or a simple meal.
From there, we return to Planina Blato, full of new experiences, fresh mountain air, and unforgettable views. It’s a wonderful day in the mountains, perfect for anyone who loves hiking, nature, and local food.
Hiking Essentials for This Tour:
- Good pair of hiking shoes (with solid grip)
- Backpack (medium-sized, comfortable to carry)
- At least 1.5 L of water
- Snacks or light lunch
- Trekking poles (optional but recommended)
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Weather-appropriate clothing (layers: T-shirt, fleece, windproof/waterproof jacket) temperatures at higher altitudes can be much lower than in the valley
- Headband/cap, gloves
- Headlamp
- Cash (for dairy products or a drink at the hut – cards not accepted)
- Personal medication, if needed
- Good mood and curiosity 😊
Please note: The tour is not recommended for people with heart problems or during pregnancy. If you’re unsure about your health, feel free to consult with your guide beforehand.
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What Trip Excludes
Itinerary
Join us for a full-day hike through the stunning pastures of Triglav National Park, where nature, tradition, and local flavors come together.
Hike Summary
📈 Total Ascent: 670 m
📉 Total Descent: 670 m
🚶♂️ Total Distance: 12.2 km
Along the way, we visit active highland pastures with grazing cows, sheep, and other animals – a living tradition of alpine life in Slovenia.
Time : 07:30
Based on the information you provide at booking, we’ll pick you up at your chosen location. We may stop to gather other guests before heading into the heart of the Julian Alps. Our journey begins at Planina Blato, a scenic alpine meadow at 1150 meters.
📈 Ascend: 510 m
📉 Descend: 0 m
🚶♂️ Distance: 3 km
We start our hike with a steady climb to Planina Krstenica, known for its wide-open views of the surrounding peaks. Here you can enjoy the fresh air, refill your bottle with crystal-clear spring water, and soak in the mountain beauty.
📈 Ascend: 100 m
📉 Descend: 200 m
🚶♂️ Distance: 2.9 km
Next, we head across alpine slopes to Planina v Lazu, a peaceful high pasture with traditional wooden shepherd huts. Here, we’ll stop for a cheese tasting of locally produced specialties: aged cheeses, fresh cottage cheese, sour milk, and more.
You’ll also visit a traditional shepherds’ cheese dairy, with the chance to buy products or enjoy a light lunch and beverages. Fresh drinking water is also available.
📈 Ascend: 70 m
📉 Descend: 40 m
🚶♂️ Distance: 2.4 km
We continue to Dedno Polje, another active high pasture with grazing animals and a chance to buy a refreshing drink along the way.
📈 Ascend: 10 m
📉 Descend: 130 m
🚶♂️ Distance: 1.4 km
Our path leads us down to Planina pri Jezeru, a lovely alpine meadow with a small lake surrounded by forest. Here we take a longer break at the mountain hut, where you can enjoy a warm meal, drinks, or just relax by the lake.
📈 Ascend: 0 m
📉 Descend: 310 m
🚶♂️ Distance: 2.6 km
After a rewarding day, we descend back to Planina Blato, where our van will be waiting.
FAQ
This is a moderate-level hike, suitable for people with basic hiking experience and normal physical condition. The pace is relaxed, with plenty of stops to rest, enjoy the views, and taste local products. If you can comfortably walk for 5–6 hours with breaks, you should be fine!
Yes, the cheese tasting is included in the tour price. You’ll get to try fresh local dairy products like cheese and sour milk. If you’d like to enjoy additional food or drinks at the pasture or mountain hut, that can be paid on the spot (cash only).
Yes, the visit to the traditional shepherd’s cheese dairy is included. You’ll learn how cheese was (and still is) made in the old way and experience a piece of authentic alpine life.
Yes, transport from the Bohinj area to Planina Blato and back is included in the tour price. We’ll pick you up at your accommodation or a nearby meeting point and bring you back after the hike. Just let us know your location when booking.
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