Mangart and Mala Mojstrovka - Via Ferrata 01.-02.08.2026. - REFERENCE
Mangart and Mala Mojstrovka - Via Ferrata 01.-02.08.2026. - REFERENCE
Mangart (2679m) is the fourth highest peak in Slovenia and the fifth highest in the Julian Alps. There are several trails leading to the top, but certainly the most visited are the two that start from the Mangart saddle (2050m). The Mangart saddle is reached by one of the most beautiful panoramic mountain roads in Europe, the Mangart road. The entire road (12 km) is paved. The paths leading from the saddle to the top are the so-called Italian and Slovenska smer (there is also Via Italiana, but that's something else). The Italian direction is an "ordinary" rocky hiking trail with several cables that serve exclusively as a helper and the vast majority of mountaineers go to the top of it. The other one, Slovenska, is ‘Via Ferrata’ and is followed by a much smaller number of hikers. Of course, it requires more mountaineering experience and skills, with the use of self-insurance equipment. In both cases, the climb takes about two hours. Given the small difference in altitude and the existence of an ‘ordinary’ trail, Mangart is certainly the most accessible peak above 2500 m in Slovenia, and most likely in the entire Julian Alps.
Mala Mojstrovka (2332m), is part of the ridge that consists of three peaks; Little Mojstrovka, Big Mojstrovka and Last Mojstrovka. Due to easy access from the Vršič pass, Mala Mojstrovka is one of the most visited peaks above 2000m in the Julian Alps. Just like Mangart, it has several trails that lead to the top, and the most visited are the "Hanz Road" (attractive Via Ferrata) on the north side and the "normal" trail on the south side. To the top it takes about 2 hours walk, and "Hanzova poti" maybe half an hour more.
itinerary
FIRST DAY
We leave from Zagreb at 8:00. With one stop around 11 o'clock we reach the parking lot on Vršič from which our trail starts. It takes us half an hour to get to the Vratac pass, and from there another 20 minutes to the beginning of Hanzova poti, which takes us to the very top of Mala Mojstrovka. Back to Vršič we go down to the other side, on a normal path. We will be located in Tičar's home, on Vršič itself. We put ourselves in rooms, go to dinner and continue as anyone pleases. Going to sleep or having a little more time together. A shower is also possible in the home, the token costs several euros.
The Second Day
Getting up and having breakfast. At 7:00 we head for Mangart. We need about an hour's drive to the entrance ramp to the Mangartska road, and then another 20 minutes to the parking under the Mangartsko saddle. After a 30-40 minute walk we reach the intersection of roads. One trail leads to Slovenia, the "Via ferrata" trail, and the other to the "ordinary" Italian trail. In both cases, it takes about 2 hours to reach the top. We stay on top for half an hour, depending on the weather. From the top we descend on the Italian path. After the descent, we take a longer lunch break in Koča on the Mangrot saddle. When we return to Zagreb, we stop at Lake Belopeški (Laghi di Fusine). Here you can walk around the lake, rent a boat, wet your feet a little or just sit on the terrace of one of the restaurants and enjoy the view. Return to Zagreb is scheduled in the evening.
Locations
Departure
Conditional Difficulty
| K1 - Light | Less than 5 hours walk |
| K2 - Moderately demanding | 5-7 hours walk |
| K3 - Demanding | 7 - 9 hours walk |
| K4 - Very demanding | More than 9 hours walk |
Technical Difficulty
| T1 - Undemanding | Walking without the use of hands and tools |
| T2 - Moderately demanding | Walking and occasional use of hands, easy climbing |
| T3 - Demanding | Occasional climbing with the use of hands and aids (clicks and steel ropes). Winter use of dereza and cepina as needed |
| T4 - Very demanding | Longer and more demanding paths of secured roads, constant climbing. |
List of things that would be good to have with you
- Nutcrackers
- Jacket, fleece, gloves
- Hat or scarf, sunglasses
- Self-insurance kit - OBLIGATIONAL
- Mountain sticks (who wants)
- Sandwiches (or something else), sweets, dried fruits, energy bars
- Water, 2 - 2.5 L
- Mountaineering card (who has it)
- Identity card or passport
The price includes
- Passenger van transport (8 passengers)
- Toll and fuel costs
- SGVH Licensed Guide
- Organization of excursions
- Warranty insurance
- VAT
Price does NOT include
- Personal consumption (coffee, drink, food)
- Overnight at Tičar's home
MOUNTAIN & FOREST TRAVEL d.o.o.
10000 Zagreb
IBAN: HR1724020061101070196
By responding to the excursion, each individual confirms that he/she is familiar with the conditions of the excursion, and that he/she meets the health and physical conditions for safe participation on the excursion.
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