Cerkno Hills

#127 among destinations in Slovenia

Nature, Natural attraction, Hill

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The Cerkno Hills is a transitional region between the Alpine and the Dinaric landscape, centered on Cerkno in northwestern Slovenia. Several passes in this area connect the Poljane Valley and the Selca Valley with the Idrijca Valley and the Soča Valley. The highest peak is Porezen. ()

Local name: Cerkljansko hribovjeCoordinates: 46°10'40"N, 13°58'30"E

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GoriškaSlovenia

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Cerkno Hills – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Soriška Planina Ski Resort, Franja Partisan Hospital, Stari Vrh Ski Resort, Cerkno Ski Resort.

4.7 miN
Winter sport, Ski area
Soriška Planina Ski Resort
120 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Julian Alps of Slovenia, Soriška Planina Ski Resort is a winter paradise for skiing enthusiasts and families alike. Known for its friendly atmosphere and stunning alpine scenery, this ski area offers a variety of slopes that cater to both...
3 miSE
Museum
Franja Partisan Hospital
77 min walk • Nestled in the remote folds of the Pasica Gorge in Slovenia lies the Franja Partisan Hospital, a poignant testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the Slovenian resistance movement during World War II. This clandestine medical facility, now a museum, was...
4.4 miE
Winter sport, Ski area
Stari Vrh Ski Resort
114 min walk • Nestled in the rolling hills of the Škofja Loka region, Stari Vrh Ski Resort is a charming alpine retreat in Slovenia, offering a picturesque escape for winter sports enthusiasts. With its well-groomed slopes and modern facilities, this ski area has become a favorite...
3.9 miSE
Winter sport, Ski area
Cerkno Ski Resort
99 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Julian Alps, the Cerkno Ski Resort in Slovenia is a winter haven for skiing enthusiasts. This ski area boasts a range of slopes suitable for all skill levels, from gentle runs for beginners to challenging descents for...
~280 ftSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Porezen
2 min walk • Mount Porezen is a mountain of the outlying Alps located in Slovenia. It is the highest summit of the Slovenian Prealps.
6.3 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Rodica, Triglav National Park
160 min walk • Mount Rodica is a peak in the Julian Alps in Slovenia. It is accessible from Vogel Ski Resort above Ukanc in the Municipality of Bohinj.
2.8 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Kojca Mountain
73 min walk • Mount Kojca is a 1,303-meter mountain in the Cerkno Hills in the municipality of Cerkno in western Slovenia. It stands south of Mount Porezen and its summit offers views of the Cerkno region and the surrounding peaks.
6.4 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Ratitovec
162 min walk • Ratitovec is a mountain ridge in the Julian Alps in Slovenia. The highest peak on the ridge is Mount Altemaver. The Krek Lodge stands on the ridge.
5.3 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Divje Babe
135 min walk • Divje Babe is a Karst cave and archaeological park overlooking the Idrijca River in Slovenia. It is noted for its Paleolithic remains, including the worked bone of cave bear known as the Divje Babe Flute, which has been interpreted as a Neanderthal musical instrument.
~190 ftSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature
Slovene Prealps
1 min walk • The Slovene Prealps or the Slovenian Prealps are a group of mountain ranges in the eastern part of the Alps. They are located in Slovenia and, for a small part of their northernmost area, in Austria.
3.5 miS
Town
Cerkno
89 min walk • One of the main draws of Cerkno is its proximity to the Cerkno Ski Resort, making it an ideal destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The resort offers a variety of slopes for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, as well as opportunities for cross-country skiing...

Cerkno Hills

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Cerkno Hills – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)