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Seven Lakes Valley

Also known as: Dolina Triglavskih jezer

The Triglav Lakes Valley (Seven Lakes) - a chain of karst lakes in the Julian Alps

Difficulty 3/5 · ModerateMultidayOut-and-backDay / 2-day (hut)
Distance
~24 km return
Max elevation
~2,000 m
Elevation gain
~1,400 m
Duration
2 days
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Stunning winter view of Kranjska Gora's mountains and forest.

The route

The line through Julian Alps (Bohinj), Slovenia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.

Waypoints

  1. 1
    Bohinj trailheadTrailhead
    0 km

    Start of route [interpolated - upgrade in research]

    Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.

  2. 2
    Intermediate camp/villageCamp
    6 km

    Staging point (approx) [interpolated - upgrade in research]

    Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.

  3. 3
    High point / turnaroundSummit
    ~2,000 m12 km

    Turnaround (out-and-back) [interpolated - upgrade in research]

    Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.

Season & conditions

Best season

Jul-Sep

Weather risks

Exposed alpine weather - afternoon thunderstorms, cold, wind, snow lingering; start early and check the forecast

Best Jul-Sep; snow lingers early. Confirm.

On the trail

Terrain & surface

A karst valley of lakes, larch and limestone, with two huts

Technical & exposure

Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally

Navigation & waymarking

Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally

Accessibility & group fit

Suitable for reasonably fit hikers; not wheelchair accessible - confirm specifics

Crowds & solitude

A popular, well-known route - busier in peak season

Variants & turnaround

Day-hike to the first lakes; the full valley traverse to Bohinj or over to Trenta

Getting there & staying

Trailhead access

Planina Blato/Savica, from Bohinj

Shuttle & transport

Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed

Huts, camping & refuges

Koča pri Triglavskih jezerih and Zasavska koča na Prehodavcih

Gear, water & connectivity

Layered outdoor kit, sturdy footwear, sun/rain protection, ample water; patchy mobile coverage - carry a map/PLB where remote

Facilities

Services in Bohinj; limited or none on the trail

Guide & crew

Not required; self-guided

Permits & safety

No permit; Triglav NP; the Triglav Lakes and Prehodavci huts. Confirm.

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Hazards

Storms, karst terrain, the length

Emergency exits & rescue

Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.

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