Žirovnica is a region in Slovenia, situated at the base of the Karavanke mountain range. The area is characterized by its diverse terrain, featuring lush valleys, expansive meadows, and dense forests, which provide a varied landscape for outdoor pursuits. This geography makes Žirovnica a suitable destination for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountaineering, and more.
Žirovnica offers a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 100 routes available across several sports…
184
Routes
4.6
(2842)
Average rating
27959
People visited

4.8
(81)
660
hikers
5.99km
02:42
490m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(296)
2,943
hikers
4.17km
01:17
160m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(429)
4,176
hikers
5.99km
01:47
180m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(187)
1,459
hikers
14.4km
06:04
1,020m
1,020m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
(48)
1,725
riders
74.7km
03:47
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(32)
923
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(35)
735
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(19)
515
riders
51.6km
02:28
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(97)
676
riders
78.1km
04:49
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(8)
110
riders
43.2km
02:50
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
63
riders
19.9km
02:06
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
53
riders
69.0km
04:26
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(21)
220
hikers
13.8km
07:29
1,270m
1,270m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(9)
55
hikers
10.1km
05:49
1,020m
1,020m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(8)
73
hikers
11.2km
04:58
830m
830m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
(2)
32
hikers
16.8km
07:51
1,220m
1,230m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.8
(13)
105
riders
17.4km
02:00
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(8)
52
riders
16.2km
01:49
620m
620m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
38
riders
22km
02:10
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(4)
12
riders
36.0km
04:23
1,480m
1,480m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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1.0
(1)
48
runners
16.0km
03:42
1,550m
1,550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

13
runners
19.1km
04:13
1,620m
1,620m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
10
runners
14.1km
02:03
630m
630m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
10
runners
12.4km
01:18
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
47
riders
111km
07:58
2,480m
2,480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
45
riders
58.3km
03:56
860m
860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
41
riders
77.2km
04:56
1,470m
1,470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
14
riders
66.6km
05:11
1,650m
1,650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Žirovnica offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features 119 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.55 stars from more than 636,000 visitors.
Žirovnica provides diverse hiking trails, from pleasant paths in the Završnica Valley to challenging ascents in the Karavanke mountains. Destinations include the ridge of Peči, Mount Ajdna, and Mount Stol. More information is available in the Hiking around Žirovnica guide.
Yes, Žirovnica offers family-friendly hikes suitable for various ages and skill levels. These trails often explore scenic areas like the Završnica Valley. Consult the Family-friendly hikes around Žirovnica guide for specific routes.
Yes, Žirovnica has dog-friendly trails suitable for exploring with pets. Specific routes and considerations for hiking with dogs are available. Refer to the Dog-friendly hikes around Žirovnica guide for details.
Žirovnica's landscape is suitable for both road and touring cycling. Winding country roads lead to nearby destinations like Lake Bled, and thematic routes such as the Žirovnica Cultural Heritage Path offer unique experiences. Explore options in the Cycling around Žirovnica guide.
The Karavanke mountain range provides excellent mountaineering opportunities, including routes to Mount Stol, the highest peak in the range. Other routes lead to Bielschitza (Svačica) and include via ferratas on Hochstuhl. The Mountain Hikes around Žirovnica guide details challenging ascents.
Key natural features include the Završnica Valley with its green meadows and forested slopes, and the Moste Dam on the Sava River, known for its clear water. Elevated points like Mount Ajdna offer expansive views of the Julian Alps and Lake Bled.
The Žirovnica Cultural Heritage Path is a 6.2-mile (10 km) circular touring cycling route. It connects the birth houses of significant Slovenian writers and the apiary of Anton Janša, a pioneer of modern beekeeping, showcasing the region's rich cultural history.
Komoot offers several guides for Žirovnica, covering various activities and interests. Examples include Waterfall hikes, Hikes from bus stations, and Easy hikes. These guides provide curated routes and information.
Žirovnica is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 636,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's 119 routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars, based on over 78,000 ratings.
For tourism inquiries, the official website for Žirovnica is visitzirovnica.si. You can also contact them by phone at +386 4 580 15 03.

