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Poštarski Dom na Vršiču sits at 1688m on the Vršič Pass road in the Julian Alps. The hut stands on the main route between Kranjska Gora and Bovec—you can drive to within 50m of the building. On foot, most hikers reach it in 3–4 hours from Kranjska Gora via the Vršič Pass trail (2042m). The location makes it a natural base for ridge walks along the Jalovec and Razor ranges, or for descents toward Lake Bovec.
The lodge holds 66 beds across multiple rooms. It serves meals daily and stocks basic provisions. The hut operates year-round, though access during winter depends on road conditions at Vršič Pass. Water and toilet facilities are reliable. The staff speak Slovenian and basic English.
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (+386 4 589 6310) or email. The PZS manages the hut, so membership in the Alpine Association provides discounts. Arrive early in the day if you're dropping in without a reservation—beds fill quickly on weekends. The hut is a working mountain crossing point, not a dead-end destination, so traffic through the building can be constant on good weather days.
The lodge holds 66 beds across multiple rooms. It serves meals daily and stocks basic provisions. The hut operates year-round, though access during winter depends on road conditions at Vršič Pass. Water and toilet facilities are reliable. The staff speak Slovenian and basic English.
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (+386 4 589 6310) or email. The PZS manages the hut, so membership in the Alpine Association provides discounts. Arrive early in the day if you're dropping in without a reservation—beds fill quickly on weekends. The hut is a working mountain crossing point, not a dead-end destination, so traffic through the building can be constant on good weather days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or call directly to confirm availability and arrange your stay.
Open year-round, though staffing and services are most reliable from June to October.
Drive to within 50m of the hut on the Vršič Pass road, or hike 3–4 hours from Kranjska Gora via the Vršič Pass trail (2042m).
Daily meals are served; the hut has 66 beds and basic provisions available.
Yes—the road access and moderate 3–4 hour approach from Kranjska Gora make it accessible for less experienced hikers.
Location
46.4324, 13.7475
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4.2
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- PZS PD Pošte in Telekoma Ljubljana
- Total
- 66
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +386 41 610 029
- Website
- https://planinske-koce.si/postarski_dom_na_vrsicu
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