The most modern Slovenian ski resort Cerkno is located at an altitude of 323 m above sea level and is located at the junction of the borders of three regions – Gorenjska, Primorska and central Slovenia, just 50 kilometers from Ljubljana.

The resort covers an area of 70 hectares and has the most modern equipment among all ski resorts in Slovenia. It is also one of the best centers for family winter holidays.

The resort of Cerkno is an attractive place. The Idrija River, known as one of the cleanest rivers in Slovenia, flows here. Traditional villages are scattered along its banks, inviting you to immerse yourself in their hospitality and numerous cultural features. Climbing the mountains, you will be greeted by a captivating panorama of the surrounding area. If you are looking for a place to ski in Slovenia – Cerkno will be an excellent choice in terms of price and quality!

How to get there

Distance from the capital of Slovenia Ljubljana – 62 km, from Brnik airport – 60 km, from Klagenfurt (Austria) – 105 km, from Trieste (Italy) – 100 km. The resort is located 10 km from the Černý Verh ski slope (1291m), which can be reached by bus.

Where to stay

At the top of the resort is the Alpska Perla apartment complex, where you can not only settle down, but also refresh yourself with a hot lunch or warm drinks during the day, and in the town of Cerkno, located at the foot of the resort, the Cerkno 4 * hotel with hot pools and promotional prices for accommodation and ski passes is available for booking.

Hotel Cerkno 4-star hotel

Hotel Cerkno is located in the centre of Cerkno. It features an indoor heated pool, saunas, a salt room, a fitness centre, as well as basketball, badminton and volleyball courts.

Rooms at Hotel Cerkno feature cable TV, a minibar and a small living area. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Some rooms have a balcony.

The restaurant serves local cuisine and a buffet breakfast. Vegetarian and diet meals are available on request.

A children’s room and a pool area are available for younger guests. Tours, bicycle rentals and packed lunches can be arranged for guests, as well as room service and shuttle services. Ski passes can be purchased at the hotel and free Wi-Fi is available.

Skiing is possible at the Cerkno Ski Resort, 10 km away. Popular activities in the area include cycling, fishing, hunting and hiking.

Guest House Kmečki Hram 3 star hotel

Guest house Kmečki Hram is located in Idrija. It offers an à la carte restaurant, rooms with free WiFi, a garden and a terrace with free barbecue facilities.

The rooms at the guest house come with a TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. Free toiletries are provided. You can enjoy mountain and garden views from the rooms.

At Kmečki Hram you will find a bar, table tennis and bicycle rental. Popular activities near the guest house include fishing, horse riding, cycling and hiking. For guests travelling by car, free private parking is available on site.

Bohinj Eco Hotel 4-star hotel

Luxurious 4-star superior Eco-Hotel Bohinj is located in Bohinjska Bystrica, on the edge of Triglav National Park, 6.5 km from Lake Bohinj and 20 km from Lake Bled. The hotel offers a peaceful and comfortable stay. The rooms with panoramic views of the Julian Alps are decorated with natural materials. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi.

Opened in June 2009, the magnificent Eco-Hotel Bohinj is the first eco-friendly hotel in Slovenia. The hotel has an on-site charging station for electric and hybrid cars. The hotel restaurant serves Slovenian and international cuisine, as well as vegetarian and low-calorie dishes made from organic, local products.

All rooms have fully opening French windows and hypoallergenic carpeting. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV, a minibar and heated floors. Bathrobes and slippers are provided.

Most rooms offer free access to the 3,500 m² aqua park with indoor and outdoor pools, water slides and various water attractions for children. For an additional fee, guests can visit the exclusive spa area on the top floor of the Bohinj Eco Hotel, which features saunas and a swimming pool with panoramic views.

In winter, guests can enjoy various activities, including skiing, winter hiking, alpine skiing, winter horseback riding, ice skating on Lake Bohinj or snowshoeing. A ski storage room is available.

Hiking, climbing and rafting activities are possible near the eco-hotel. An adrenaline park is nearby. The eco-hotel also offers bike rental and bicycle storage. Private parking is available on site. Savica Waterfall is 10 km away.

Bohinjska Bistrica is a great choice for those interested in walking with children, outdoor activities and waterfalls.

Hotel Kendov Dvorec 5-star hotel

Hotel Kendov Dvorec is located in the village of Spodnja Idrija on the banks of the Idrija River and is housed in a mansion of the Kenda family. The mansion overlooks the old parish church, built in 1156. A lush garden is set next to the hotel, and a restaurant serving traditional home-cooked meals is available.

The rooms of Hotel Kendov Dvorec are furnished with antique furniture from the 19th century. The interior details reflect the local ethnological heritage. The rooms are also equipped with modern amenities such as cable TV, telephone, Wi-Fi. A minibar, a bath or shower, a bathrobe, slippers and a hairdryer are provided.

The Kenda Manor restaurant serves exclusive dishes made from carefully selected natural ingredients collected from the surrounding nature, as well as fine wines. The hotel can also organize events such as wine tastings, celebrations and business meetings.

Surrounded by centuries-old apple trees and well-kept gardens, this secluded hotel offers views of the historic city centre and the surrounding hills. Guests can go hiking and take part in various folk festivals held nearby.

The village of Spodnja Idrija is known in the region for its traditions and desire to preserve the heritage of its ancestors. A bus stop is just 500 metres from the hotel, and the train station is 30 km away. The capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana, and Ljubljana Airport are 80 km away.

Slopes and lifts

The main ski centre: Cerkno – altitude from 323 to 1291 m – located 10 km from the city. The resort is ideal for beginner skiers. New equipment, experienced instructors, guaranteed snow levels for a long period of skiing – all these nuances attract ski enthusiasts here.

The slopes of the Cerkno ski resort are suitable for athletes of all ages and different level of preparation. Cerkno boasts a snow park for snowboarders and freestyle skiers. The resort also has an equipped cross-country ski trail. In the event of a lack of natural snow, snow is sprayed onto 100% of the slopes using snow cannons!

Skiing area: 323-1291 m

The total length of the trails is 15 km (of which: black – 2 km, red – 3 km, blue – 6 km, green – 4 km)

The number of lifts is 7 (of which: chairlifts – 6, towpaths – 4)

The length of the cross-country ski trails is 5 km.

Located approximately 10 km from the village of Chorny Verkh, where the Cerkno *** hotel is located. There is a ski bus from the hotel to here every half hour, the cost of which is included in the price of the lifts. If you only need the ski bus, its cost is about $4 one way. Total area of the ski center: 50 hectares of slopes for beginners and experienced skiers. Total length of slopes: 15 km, mainly medium and easy slopes.

The ski season here lasts from December to March.

Infrastructure

Confirming its reputation as a family ski resort, Cerkno has a ski kindergarten, located in a wooden hut, with playgrounds and toys for the little ones.

The resort has a 1550-meter circular ski track, a self-service restaurant, equipment rental, and a ski school.

Skiing in Cerkno is more suitable for beginner skiers – there are beautiful gentle slopes and an excellent ski school. Good conditions for families with children. Cerkno has an excellent snow kindergarten with carousels, a ski school, thermal springs, and sledding. Snowboarders will love it here, as there is a sports equipment rental, restaurants, and snack bars.

The thermal spa, located in the Cerkno Hotel, is the only Slovenian thermal spa in the Julian Alps. Experience the healing power of the rich thermal water that comes to the surface from a well 2,000 meters deep. And the Idrija Fault is a source of powerful healing energy.

Entertainment and active recreation

The town itself is very colorful and quite small, but there are plenty of opportunities for active recreation, there are special routes for hiking, mountain bike trails, 3 tennis courts, hunting, fishing and excursions are organized.

An unforgettable impression is made by the carnival in Cerkno – “Cerkno laufaria”, the culmination of which is the procession of the “laufars”.

The Idrija River flows here, known as one of the cleanest rivers in Slovenia. Traditional villages are scattered along its banks. There are 15 kilometers of beautiful ski slopes here, always covered with snow in winter.

Local hotels offer thermal water pools and the best dishes of this alpine region. In addition, Cerkno hotels offer special prices for ski passes (up to 40% discount)

Among the interesting places is the Aragonite Cave, located in the town of Ravne near Cerkno. Idrija -an ancient castle, with a mercury mine located nearby, a stud farm in Lipica.

Excursions: Tolmin reservoirs, Postojna-Lypica, Poljanska valley -Škofja Loka, nut hills-Vipava-Štanel, Kobarid-Bovec-Trenta-Vršič.

In one of the gorges, which is located near the ski resort of Cerkno, a military hospital was organized during the war years. Today, a historical museum operates on its territory, telling about the times when Cerkno, like most cities in the country, participated in the liberation struggle.

Idrija

Conclusion

The resort is ideal for beginner skiers. Fully updated equipment, experienced instructors, guaranteed snow levels for a long period of skiing – all these nuances attract ski enthusiasts here.

Nuances

+ An ideal resort for beginner skiers, convenient for skiers with children. Developed infrastructure for active recreation. Thermal springs. Despite the low mountains, snow is guaranteed.

– Cerkno Resort is intimate. For fans of night entertainment programs, it’s a bit boring.