SLAVNIK

At 1028 metres above sea level, Slavnik is the highest peak in Slovenian Istria. Its altitude and location offer exceptional views, earning it the nicknames “Triglav of the Littoral” and “Triglav of Istria”. In good weather, you can admire the Adriatic Sea, the Italian Dolomites, parts of the Carnic and Julian Alps, the Karawanks, the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, Nanos, Vremščica, Snežnik and other mountains from the summit.

Slavnik is a beloved destination, offering some of the most stunning views in the region. At the summit, you’ll find a viewpoint with marked peaks that are visible on clear days, including Triglav, Snežnik, Učka, Tre Cime, and Marmolada. There are numerous paths leading to Slavnik from various starting points, with the shortest route beginning in Podgorje. For a more leisurely ascent, consider the route along the western slope from Prešnica, which winds through the shaded hornbeam forests.

Since 1992, the summit of Slavnik and its slopes have been designated a natural monument. Here, you’ll find Karst grassland vegetation and Mediterranean alpine flowers such as the spring gentian, the great yellow gentian, daffodils, the kidneyvetch, and the white asphodel. Slavnik is also a haven for rare and endemic species of fauna, including butterflies, storks, and spiders. At the top, the Tumova Hut welcomes visitors on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, offering delicious homemade dishes like bobiči and jota (traditional stews), venison gnocchi, and apple strudel.