Julian's Log

The Julian’s Log

Second Post

“Winter Holidays”

What comes to mind when you think of a winter holiday??? Snow, sun, gluwein, skiing??
The Julian Alps offer all of these and much more……

Being situated 12kms from Kranjska Gora, this is ultimately our nearest resort and it’s great for couples in search of something different or families. This area offers great alpine skiing, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, tobogganing, winter walking and ice climbing. Slovenia remains passionate about it’s heritage and there are many seasonal carnivals and events which can add a colourful element to any holiday.

FOCUS On……….ICE

This week, we are going to focus on ice! With record low temperatures recorded this winter of –49 at 2000m, it’s a great year for ice climbing and the spectacle of frozen waterfalls.
For those experts amongst you, there are many “ice falls” within easy access (within an hours walk from a main road) For those wanting to learn, we can organise winter climbing and ice climbing lessons through our local family business “Kofler Sports” www.kofler-sport.si

Mojstrana is hosting the Ice Climbing World Cup this weekend, 31/01-01/02/ 09 at the Mlacca Ice Fall, so great entertainment just a walk away from the apartment, with plenty of Kuhano Vino (gluwein) on tap to keep you warm! See www.lednoplazanje.com for more details and pictures!

For a more leisurely day, take an hours walk up the “Narnia” like Vrata Valley and be rewarded with the awesome sight of the frozen Pericnik Waterfall. (see photo at top)

REGULAR FEATURE:

Current Snow Conditions:
Resort Upper Slopes Lower Slopes Last snow and comments
Kranjska Gora 90cm 35cm 24/01/09 good skiing conditions
Vogel 280cm 60cm 24/01/09 good skiing conditions
Krvavec 210cm 30cm 24/01/09 good skiing conditions

With more snow forecast for 27/01/09 the skiing conditions remain excellent across Slovenia.


Hope you’ve enjoyed this second edition. Next weeks focus will be on Toboganning

Ruth