Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
The signage on this trail is incredibly clear and always helps reassure you that you're going in the right direction.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Looking down as you approach the mountain hut, Koča Pod Bogatinom (1,513 m), with stellar views of the Lower Bohinj Mountains, Podrta Mountains, and Lanževica massif.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Koča Pod Bogatinom is smaller and more quaint than the nearby Dom na Komni, housing only about 50 people max. Unlike the larger hut, it is only open from June 15 to September 30, as well as during the New Year and May skiing holidays.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Dom na Komni (1,520 m) started as a cable car station to transport supplies during World War I. The hut itself was built by Slovenian Mountaineering Association in 1936. It later burned down during World War II and was rebuilt in 1948.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Be on the lookout for a few caves in the cliffs on the left side used as shelters and hiking spots by World War I soldiers.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
The emerald green waters of Črno Jezero, meaning Black Lake, oddly enough! This is a beautiful oasis at which to rest on this long loop.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Hiking through the lush and prehistoric-looking forest on the way to Črno Jezero.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Look for the red and white circle targets that mark the trail. Here, they mark the beginning of the via ferrata section on the descent from Črno Jezero.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Via ferrata translates to "way of iron." Such trails were implemented all over Europe during World War I for secret mountain travel and supply movement. Today, they just make for really interesting trails!
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Just before Dom na Komni, looking out at the beautiful Julian Alps stretching for miles around.
Amber McDaniel
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05/06/2018
Looking down at Lake Bohinj in the distance. This exposed bit of trail between Dom na Komni and Črno Jezero offers the best views of the hike.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
05/06/2018
The source waters of Savica Slap, the main attraction along the western shores of Lake Bohinj. This place bears new meaning when considering that "savica" means "the source of life."