Book description
'The Julian Alps of Slovenia' contains over 60 walks which bring the
best of the Julian Alps to the English-speaking walker. The walks and
treks in this guidebook are organised around five bases in the Julian
Alps - Kranjska Gora, Bovec, Kobarid, Bled and Bohinj - all of which
have a range of accommodation and public transport facilities. There is
something here for everyone - from easy valley walks and rougher forest
trails to high-mountain protected routes, some of which require Alpine
mountaineering experience. Several possibilities for multi-day walks are
included. The Julian Alps are situated in the small independent republic
of Slovenia, at the south-eastern end of the Alpine chain. Their highest
peak, Triglav, at 2864m, may be smaller than some of the better-known
western giants, but what the mountains lack in stature they make up for
in interest and accessibility. The dramatic limestone peaks drop steeply
through forests to flower meadows, and will give you a feast for the
eyes no matter which direction you turn. Together Roy Clark and Justi
Carey have around 50 years of mountaineering experience which has shaped
their whole lives. Their passion for the outdoors has led to travels
across the world, including Iceland, North America, Jordan and New
Zealand. In 2002 they moved to Slovenia in search of new challenges, and
are currently living in the heart of the Julian Alps, where they are
happily exploring this new area and culture.
