Slovenia: Pogačnikov dom na Kriških podih and Stenar
It was time for another longer hike, this time just Bronco and me. We set off early in the morning and drove over the Vršič Pass to the Zadnjica Valley, where we left the car and began our adventure.
A long but relatively gentle climb along the old military trail brought us to Pogačnik Lodge on Kriški Podih. The weather was perfect and, since we still had plenty of time and energy left, we decided to continue all the way to Mount Stenar.
Bronco had to put in a little extra effort on a few rocky sections, but there were no major difficulties, and together we successfully reached the summit. A little stronger wind greeted us at the top, so we didn't stay long. After taking in the views and enjoying the satisfaction of another successful ascent, we slowly made our way back down to the valley - Garmin Connect.
Once again, it turned out to be a beautiful day in the Julian Alps, shared with my loyal four-legged hiking companion.
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| Above Trenta valley. |
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| Taking a break by Spodnje Kriško jezero lake, a jewel of the Julian Alps. |
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| Spodnje Kriško jezero (1880 m) is the largest of the Kriška Lakes. Surrounded by grassy shores and towering alpine peaks, this oval-shaped lake measures roughly 140 by 100 metres and reaches a depth of 8.5 metres. Despite its clear waters, no fish live here. |
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| Around 9 a.m., the first rays of sunlight appeared over the mountains. |
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| After a steady climb along the old military trail, Bronco and I finally reached Pogačnik Lodge on Kriški Podi. |
Recharging at 2050 metres before continuing towards Stenar.
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| Looking towards Stenar across the tranquil waters of Srednje and Četrto Kriško jezero. |
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| The name Trenta is believed to be of Friulian origin, derived from the word Tridenta, meaning "three-toothed" or "divided into three parts." The name reflects the local geography, where the valley branches into the Soča and Zadnjica valleys, with the latter later splitting again near Beli Potok, creating a distinctive three-pronged landscape. |
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| Looking back towards Pogačnik Lodge, with Mount Planja rising in the background. |
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| We encountered quite a few Alpine ibexes along the way. |
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| The Julian Alps are once again home to healthy ibex populations after their successful reintroduction. |
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| The sign at Dovška vratca says just a little bit more. |
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| View towards our highest mountain, Triglav. |
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| A view from the summit towards Škrlatica, the queen of the Julian Alps. |
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| Vrata valley and The Karawanks. |
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| With Bronco on top of Stenar, 2501 m. |
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| The majestic peaks of Planja and Razor. |
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| Bronco need to cool down. |
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| Following the gentle military trail back to the Zadnjica Valley. |
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| Looking back at the rugged landscape. |
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| Sticks holding the mountain. |
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