Description
A guidebook to walking the Slovene Mountain Trail (Slovenska planinska pot or Transverzala) between Maribor near the Austrian border and Ankaran on the Adriatic Coast. Covering 550km (342 miles), this long-distance trek crosses Slovenia's Julian Alps and Karavanke.
The route is described in 12 stages, ranging between 3 and 6 days in length. These can be completed as single sections or linked together to create a longer trip. Each day is graded from 1-3, Grade 1 days are mostly track-based routes without steep ascents, while Grade 3 days involve technical terrain featuring fixed protection or sections of via ferrata, necessitating adequate experience and equipment.
- Sketch maps included for each stage
- Advice on planning and preparation
- Detailed information on facilities and mountain huts for each trek stage
- Public transport options listed for the start and finish of each stage
About the Author
Justi Carey and Roy Clark started visiting the British mountains in their teens, a discovery which has shaped their whole lives. Their passion for the outdoors has since led to travels across the world and a deep commitment to the environment. Since moving to Slovenia in 2002, Justi has worked as an English teacher, while Roy has developed his photography skills. They now run a B&B in the mountainous north-west of Slovenia.
Book Information
ISBN 9781786310200
Author Justi Carey
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Cicerone Press
Publisher Cicerone Press
Weight(grams) 290g
Dimensions(mm) 172mm * 116mm * 15mm
