Gomiščkovo Shelter na Krnu
1.8Gomiščkovo Zavetišče na Krnu
About
Gomiščkovo Zavetišče sits at 2182m on Krn, a serious peak in the western Julian Alps. Reach it from the Krn Saddle (Krnski preval) trailhead near Tolmin. Most parties hike 2–2.5 hours from the saddle, gaining roughly 400m. The path is well-marked but steep and rocky in places. This is not a casual walk—bring proper boots. Winter access requires mountaineering experience and avalanche awareness.
The shelter operates year-round and sleeps 42 people in shared rooms. The PZS-affiliated hut (managed by PD Nova Gorica) provides basic mountain meals and hot drinks. Water comes from a reliable source nearby. Facilities are minimal—standard mountain accommodation with no shower or electricity. This is a working alpine hut, not a resort. Most visitors are climbers and hikers tackling routes in the western Julian Alps. Summer is the main season, though winter mountaineers use it as a base for ski touring and ice climbing.
Book directly by phone well ahead for July and August—the hut fills completely. June, September, and early October see fewer visitors but still require advance notice. Winter bookings need even longer notice due to access considerations. Contact PD Nova Gorica or check the PZS hut listings for current phone numbers and hours. Expect to pay cash or confirm payment methods when you call.
The shelter operates year-round and sleeps 42 people in shared rooms. The PZS-affiliated hut (managed by PD Nova Gorica) provides basic mountain meals and hot drinks. Water comes from a reliable source nearby. Facilities are minimal—standard mountain accommodation with no shower or electricity. This is a working alpine hut, not a resort. Most visitors are climbers and hikers tackling routes in the western Julian Alps. Summer is the main season, though winter mountaineers use it as a base for ski touring and ice climbing.
Book directly by phone well ahead for July and August—the hut fills completely. June, September, and early October see fewer visitors but still require advance notice. Winter bookings need even longer notice due to access considerations. Contact PD Nova Gorica or check the PZS hut listings for current phone numbers and hours. Expect to pay cash or confirm payment methods when you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability; high season (June to September) requires booking several weeks in advance, especially for weekends.
Open year-round, but staffed reliably from June to September; winter visits require prior arrangement and mountaineering skills.
From Krn Saddle trailhead near Tolmin, it's a 2–2.5 hour hike gaining 400m; the path is steep, rocky, and requires proper hiking boots.
42 beds in shared rooms; expect basic shelter with cooking and heating but check ahead about meal service in shoulder seasons.
No—the 2182m elevation, steep rocky terrain, and exposed conditions make this for experienced hill walkers only.
Location
46.2654, 13.6572
HutLists Score
1.8
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- PZS PD Nova Gorica
- Total
- 42
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +386 5 9974 524
- Website
- https://planinske-koce.si/gomisckovo_zavetisce_na_krnu
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