Mlačca is particularly renowned in winter as an excellent starting point for learning about ice climbing and, of course, as a venue that has been used for more than a decade for the performance of live nativity scenes. Jerebikovec is an exceptional photographic point for immortalizing our Triglav and all three glacial valleys.
The route will first lead you from the Slovenian Alpine Museum to Mlačca, where, as mentioned, the gorge gets an ice armor in winter. More and more ice climbers try out the ice walls of Mlačca and realize that this is an excellent winter sport. From Mlačca, follow the stream through the gorge and cross the road, where a sign will guide you towards Jerebikovec.
The trail first ascends in a few steep sections to a rest area that overlooks part of the ski slope. Then, in steep turns, it rises up to the mountain, which has become overgrown in with spruces recent years. Continue across the ravine, and the final stretch of the ascent will bring you to the scenic peak of Jerebikovec (1593 m). Here you will be rewarded with a magnificent view of Triglav and all three glacial valleys; Vrata, Kot, Krma on one side, and on the other, the view escapes us all the way to the highest peak of Karavanke - Stol and further towards Ljubljana.
The descent follows the same route. You must be cautious when descending due to the steep terrain, which is even more slippery when wet.
Slovenian Alpine Museum (650 m) - Mlačca (665 m) - road (740 m) - resting point (1040 m) - Jerebikovec mountain (1593 m) - road (740 m) - Slovenian Alpine Museum (650 m).
Start your hike at the Slovenian Alpine Museum. Cross the parking lot, where wooden steps lead down to the Bistrica River. Cross the footbridge and turn right at the Kofler Sport House. Continue to the green suspension bridge. At the bridge, turn left and then right after about 5 meters onto the path that leads beneath the playground to the Mlačca Gorge. Follow the path through the gorge alongside the stream, but be cautious of the wall where water constantly sprays; stick to the path.
Continue past the house where the Ice Climbers Association is based. The path runs along the left side of the stream. When you reach an open meadow, turn left across the meadow to the asphalt road. On the opposite side of the road, you will find a signpost directing you to Jerebikovec.
The trail begins by heading straight and then turns left to a rest area. This prominent ridge contains the remains of defensive ditches from the 2nd-century wars, offering a good spot for a short rest. From the rest area, turn right and follow the steep, winding path. The terrain is steep and may have fallen trees, but these are usually cleared enough to keep the path passable.
After approximately 1.15 hours of hiking from the road, you will reach the mountain. First, you will encounter a monument to the fallen. Continue on the path, which leads to a dirt road. At the end of this road, turn left to begin the final part of the climb. Follow the signposts on the right side of the road. The last part of the trail takes just under half an hour, leading you to the ridge and then slowly up to the summit of Jerebikovec. The trail is through the forest, but the view opens up at the top. The summit is well-maintained and offers fantastic views.
The descent follows the same route as the ascent. When you reach the road, instead of heading back to Mlačca, turn right along the edge of the road. After about 400 meters, turn left onto the gravel road marked for Mlačca. This road passes tennis courts and soccer fields, and you will also see a small via ferrata on a prominent rock. At the green bridge, cross the bridge and follow the signs for the Technological Education Trail and the heritage of the old cement factory.
Continue to the right to the road leading from Vrata and follow it back to the Slovenian Alpine Museum. A visit to the museum is highly recommended.
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