The Ultimate Trail Guide to Slovenia's Majestic Peaks-From Ljubljana to the Julian Alps and the Legendary Via AlpinaDreaming of pristine alpine lakes, wildflower-strewn valleys, and panoramic ridgelines you can hike without crowds?Wondering if it's possible to plan a Julian Alps trek without speaking Slovene, owning gear, or hiring a guide?Curious if the Via Alpina is too remote, too advanced-or just perfect for you?Let me take you by the bootlaces and show you the Julian Alps the way few travelers ever see them. I wrote this guide not from a desk, but step by step, trail by trail, hut by hut-after years of hiking across Slovenia, getting lost, finding my way, and falling in love with a land where mountains are stitched into the soul.From the cobbled streets of Ljubljana, where coffee meets culture, to the alpine villages of Bovec, Bohinj, and Kranjska Gora, this book brings every step of Slovenia's most iconic and off-the-radar hikes into your hands. I break down the Via Alpina's Slovenian stages, give you insider hut tips, show you how to reach trailheads with public transport, and even share the best places to find warm struklji after a long climb.This guide was built for hikers like you-whether you're planning a weekend escape or a 10-day traverse. It's packed with: Stage-by-stage trail breakdowns, including GPX and navigation tipsSuggested itineraries for 2, 5, 7, or 10 days-tailored for all levelsPacking lists, safety checklists, and weather advice you can trustHut-to-hut logistics made easy, with real-world costs and booking tipsCultural etiquette, Leave No Trace tips, and basic Slovene phrases to help you hike respectfully and confidentlyWorried about planning a hike in a country you've never been to? I get it. I was once in your boots-nervous about language barriers, unsure of my fitness level, overwhelmed by online forums that made it all sound either too easy or terrifyingly hard. That's why I made this book simple to use, easy to follow, and deeply human. I walk you through every decision-what gear to pack, how to stay safe, where to sleep, and what to expect on the trail-so you can stop worrying and start dreaming.This isn't just another hiking guide stuffed with facts. It's your trail-tested companion, full of stories, sweat, mistakes, and magic-written for hikers who want to explore Slovenia with open eyes and confident steps.If you've ever longed to stand on a sunlit ridge above the clouds, to hear the cowbells echo through a high valley, or to fall asleep in a mountain hut under the stars-this guide is your invitation.Let this be the year you hike Slovenia. And let this book be the reason you don't just visit the Julian Alps-you truly experience them.