Cross-country Skiing

Cross-country skiing is one of those types of recreational activity that offer genuine contact with the natural environment. The sport is experiencing a rebirth throughout Europe, and makes up an important part of tourist activities in the Gorenjska region. Flat or slightly inclined courses are simply ideal.

Pokljuka Cross-country skiing trails
The best cross-country skiing terrain in Slovenia is the Pokljuka plateau, which is about a 40-minute drive from our apartment. Trails run through pine tree woods and across extensive highland pastures.

Cross-country skiing trails at Pokljuka, Slovenia
Over 30 kilometres of regularly maintained cross-country trails connect various parts of the Pokljuka plateau.

Cross-country skiing trails at Pokljuka in winter
During the winter season the Pokljuka plateau turns into a very popular cross-country skiing destination which also hosts international biathlon competitions. (photo: Ales Fevzer / slovenia.info)

Winter sports enthusiasts doing cross country Skiing at Pokljuka Plateau in winter
From December to April, Pokljuka is the place to be for winter and snow lovers. (photo: Mojca Odar / slovenia.info)

Young family Cross Country Skiing at Pokljuka Plateau in winter
Pokljuka is the perfect place for all lovers of cross-country skiing. (photo: Ales Fevzer / slovenia.info)

Biathlon World Cup at Pokljuka in winter
Every year in the winter, Pokljuka hosts world famous biathlon competitions. There is a sports centre at Rudno polje, which is known as a venue of biathlon world cup competitions. (photo: Ales Fevzer / slovenia.info)

Thousands of spectators at Biathlon World Cup at Pokljuka in Slovenia
Pokljuka is the only biathlon venue located in a national park. (photo: Ales Fevzer / slovenia.info)

Address: Srednja vas v Bohinju 165/a, 4267 Srednja vas v Bohinju, Slovenia
Pokljuka plateau Latitude and Longitude Coordinates: 46.34490, 13.92220
Pokljuka plateau GPS coordinates: 46° 20′ 41.6508” N     13° 55′ 19.9488” E
Traditional region: Upper Carniola (Slovene: Gorenjska)
Municipalities: Bled, Bohinj, and Gorje

Directions from Apartments Fine Stay to Pokljuka plateau (drive 31 km, 40 minutes)

Directions from Apartments Fine Stay Bled to to Pokljuka plateau (drive 21 km, 30 minutes)

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