Today, there are 43 sections, and at about 20 km (12.5 miles) per, a day of hiking takes roughly 6 hours to complete. That means there are only slight differences in altitude between sections, the route is well defined, and each stage has great culinary options and accommodations. One of Europe’s newest long-distance hiking routes, the project was designed for pleasure and convenience from the get-go. More importantly, the country’s attention to detail carries over to the Alpe Adria Trail-it is extremely well organized. ![]() The country is unbelievably green and the rivers are refreshing like a cold cup of water after a run on a hot day. Of the many “best” hiking destinations in the world, I believe Slovenia is a hikers paradise. ![]() For us, my husband, Roberto, and I, being in nature is one of life’s many pleasures. And that’s what we’ve done with our guiding company, MaroWays. When we came back home to Slovenia we wanted to keep that feeling alive. We experienced nature away from the everyday chaos of mass tourism, able to slow down, listen to the surroundings, and enjoy the journey at our own pace. There we found ourselves hiking on the weekends, helping to create new trails, and working with local guides. For our final project at university, we wanted to study the social and economic impact of tourism on local communities and chose this amazing country in the Horn of Africa. The Alpe Adria trail is in many ways a metaphor for what we have experienced our whole lives: a constantly changing and intertwining story.Įthiopia is where our adventures began. Growing up in a culturally diverse area-the city is a mix of Italian and Slovenian influences-we have always kept close ties to our history and environment. Me and my hiking partner (and husband), were born in Trieste, Italy close to the Slovenian border. photo by Jošt GantarĪccommodations can be scarce during the summer months From Italy to Ethiopia and back to Slovenia Suspended amid this lush scenery makes crossing the Soča River feel like floating on air. Just remember to savor each step of the way. Whatever your pace, must see sights, or favorite food, this is a journey that won’t disappoint. The Alpe Adria has plenty of both with highlights including sites from the First World War, the many vineyards, and the UNESCO city of Cividale del Friuli. ![]() Of course I appreciate the terrain, from the highest mountain in Austria, the Grossglockner, the lake regions in Carinthia, and the expansive Soča Valley, but what ties this all together is the food and history. That’s the allure of the 750 km (466 miles) trail that hikes through Slovenia, Italy and Austria. One day I’m 2,000 meters up hiking in the Eden-like Julian Alps and the next I’m in a valley swimming in an emerald green river which spills from the mountains. The greatest thing about the Alpe Adria trail is the way it’s designed-it is meant to be enjoyed at a slow pace allowing one to get lost in the simple pleasures of nature and culture.
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