Lodge Planika pod Triglavom
1.6Dom Planika pod Triglavom
2,401m
Julian Alps, Slovenia
About
Dom Planika pod Triglavom sits at 2,401m on the north side of Triglav, Slovenia's highest peak at 2,864m. Reach it from Pokljuka plateau via Triglav Lakes Valley—a 4-5 hour hike gaining 800m. The approach crosses alpine meadows and boulder fields with sections of fixed chains. From Aljažev dom, the route takes 2-3 hours but involves exposed scrambling. Winter access requires mountaineering skill and avalanche awareness.
The hut holds 143 beds across multiple sleeping rooms. Half-board meals are available; the kitchen serves hearty mountain fare. PZS manages the facility with high standards. The hut has no piped drinking water—collect snow or meltwater, or bring supplies. The season runs from late spring through September. From here, Triglav's north face and Triglav Lakes are 1-2 hours away. The hut serves as a base for traversing the Julian Alps' high routes and technical peaks.
Book directly by phone well in advance. July and August fill 6-8 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter but weather is less reliable. The hut closes in winter—confirm opening dates before planning autumn trips. Slovenian Alpine Association (PZS) member huts offer discounts; bring your membership card.
The hut holds 143 beds across multiple sleeping rooms. Half-board meals are available; the kitchen serves hearty mountain fare. PZS manages the facility with high standards. The hut has no piped drinking water—collect snow or meltwater, or bring supplies. The season runs from late spring through September. From here, Triglav's north face and Triglav Lakes are 1-2 hours away. The hut serves as a base for traversing the Julian Alps' high routes and technical peaks.
Book directly by phone well in advance. July and August fill 6-8 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter but weather is less reliable. The hut closes in winter—confirm opening dates before planning autumn trips. Slovenian Alpine Association (PZS) member huts offer discounts; bring your membership card.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book by phone as soon as possible, especially for July and August weekends—capacity is 143 beds but demand is high on the approach to Triglav.
Dom Planika operates June to October; winter access is possible but requires mountaineering experience and avalanche awareness.
From Pokljuka plateau via Triglav Lakes Valley is 4–5 hours gaining 800m; from Aljažev dom takes 2–3 hours but involves exposed scrambling with fixed chains.
Half-board meals are served, but note that drinking water is not available at the hut—bring your own or arrange refills before arrival.
No—it's for experienced hikers and mountaineers only; the approach involves fixed chains, scrambling, and high altitude (2,401m) with serious winter conditions.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- PZS
- Season
- –
- Total
- 143
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +386 51 614 773
- Website
- https://www.planinske-koce.si/dom_planika_pod_triglavom