Planinsko Učno Središče (PUS) Bavšica
3.7About
Bavšica sits at 713m in the foothills of the Julian Alps, roughly 25km north of Ljubljana. The hut serves as an educational base and weekend destination rather than a mountain refuge. Reach it by car from Ljubljana (40 minutes) or on foot from Medvedjek trailhead (90 minutes). It's accessible year-round by road, making it popular with families and groups learning Alpine skills.
The facility operates as a training center for the PZS, offering bunk accommodation for up to 80 people across multiple rooms. Meals are available when groups are hosted; independent visitors should call ahead. The hut has basic facilities including toilets, washing areas, and a kitchen. Open year-round, it functions primarily as a base for organized courses and club activities rather than as a traditional hiking hut with daily operations. Day visitors are welcome if space permits.
Book directly through the PZS or contact the caretaker in advance. Group bookings (10+ people) take priority. Independent hikers should expect limited services outside weekends and school holidays. The hut fills quickly during summer weekends and during organized training programs, so confirm availability before traveling.
The facility operates as a training center for the PZS, offering bunk accommodation for up to 80 people across multiple rooms. Meals are available when groups are hosted; independent visitors should call ahead. The hut has basic facilities including toilets, washing areas, and a kitchen. Open year-round, it functions primarily as a base for organized courses and club activities rather than as a traditional hiking hut with daily operations. Day visitors are welcome if space permits.
Book directly through the PZS or contact the caretaker in advance. Group bookings (10+ people) take priority. Independent hikers should expect limited services outside weekends and school holidays. The hut fills quickly during summer weekends and during organized training programs, so confirm availability before traveling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–4 weeks ahead for weekends; weekday visits can often be arranged with shorter notice since it functions as a training center.
Open year-round; busiest during weekends and school holidays when group training courses run.
Drive from Ljubljana (40 minutes, 25km north) or hike 90 minutes from the Medvedjek trailhead; road access year-round.
Bunk beds for up to 80 people; meals provided for group bookings and courses; check directly for non-group dining options.
Yes—it's designed as a training base for Alpine skills development and popular with family groups learning outdoors.
Location
46.3691, 13.6338
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3.7
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- PZS Planinska zveza Slovenije
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Website
- http://mk.pzs.si/pus/english-2/
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