"Surprising Slovenia" Top 5 Page for this destination Dovje by sandysmith

Dovje Travel Guide: 158 reviews and 329 photos

A marvellous 10 day break in Slovenia on the sunny side of the Alps staying in beautiful village of Dovje Mojstrana - thanks Marko you are a star!! The views of Triglav, Slovenia's highest mountain, are awe-inspiring here and I very much look forward to going back and seeing more of this beautiful country where there is much more to discover.
From Mojstrana, three valleys lead into the very heart of the Julian Alps:

Krma valley represents the easiest but longest way to Mt. Triglav. Surrounded with gorgeous mountains, it is popular for hikes and walks during the whole year.

Kot valley is remarkable for its solitude and quietness. Overshadowed by the pinnacled north face of Rjavina, it represents the shortest way to the top of Triglav.

Vrata valley is the most impressive of the three. It surprises one with its tremendous Triglav North Face, that shuts off the end of the valley like an enormous natural curtain. Ascent of Triglav from here is strictly for alpinists - its literally straight up!

Pros and Cons

In a nutshell:wonderful unspoilt nature, friendly people

Last visit to Dovje: May 2002
Intro Updated Oct 15, 2004
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Reviews (32)

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Comments (15)

libipinke1 Aug 30, 2008 at 9:21 AM Report Abuse

Ajdovske maidens foretold the newborns of the region their fortune.One of them foretold a baby that he would kill the Goldenhorn.When the others heard, they were very angry as they would only prophet good things Turning her into stone was the punishment
mikkie50 Aug 8, 2006 at 11:28 AM Report Abuse

hiii sandy :-)) ahhh yes we remember our visit to marko.s a memorable one great food at the restaurant. The day we arrived the rain was torrential :-))))
nickandchris Mar 3, 2006 at 5:51 AM Report Abuse

Oh, wow!! This beats the English Lake District hands down. Just beautiful.
KristaB Oct 26, 2004 at 11:12 AM Report Abuse

Oh what a wonderful page, Marko promised to take me to Triglav long time ago, but I'm not sure if I can make it. Thank you, I enjoyed this "journey" with you very much.
HORSCHECK Oct 15, 2004 at 4:15 PM Report Abuse

Fabulous page about this true gem in Slovenia. I think I have to visit Slovenia again and put a few more places on my list .... :o)
speedy77 Apr 9, 2004 at 4:39 AM Report Abuse

Happy Easter, Sandy... Hope you'll always have a great memory of your visit here....
diocletianvs Apr 2, 2004 at 7:17 AM Report Abuse

Amazing scenery and beautiful memories from the sunny side of the Alps.
mtncorg Dec 1, 2003 at 8:26 AM Report Abuse

A great area to truly get away for a grand holiday. Nice tips and splendid pictures from Baba. Much clearer than my visit. You can really see the topography!
eden_teuling Jul 22, 2003 at 5:19 AM Report Abuse

sweet memories, Sandy...w'ful photos you have and I am sure also the longing to go back there...thanks! bes-elisabeth
Porteplume Jan 13, 2003 at 3:12 PM Report Abuse

Great photography about most lovely country! We are planning our next holiday in May there... But we'll go with car & caravan. - PS: Are you still collecting reflexions? I have one under on my Home Page ;-)))