Slovenia ski holidays Skiing & snowboarding around the Julian Alps of Slovenia

Ski holidays in Slovenia - it is the only country in Europe that combines the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Pannonian Plain and the Karst - a country of dramatically changing landscapes.

The skiing in Slovenia is based around a handful of ski resorts close to either the spa town on Lake Bled or Lake Bohinj which means you can have the best of both worlds enjoying the stunning mountains and spectacular lakes.

The ski resorts of Slovenia are great value for money, with high-quality accommodation, excellent food and are fortunate to sit within some of the most majestic alpine scenery around. From the high peaks of the Julian Alps, the stunning lakes plus the rivers, waterfalls and cave systems - Slovenia is a country waiting to be explored.

Where to stay in the Slovenian ski resorts

The accommodation in the Slovenian ski resorts includes ski chalets, log cabins, apartments and hotels plus during the summer, there are many campsites nestled around the lakes.

Choosing whether to stay in the ski resort or lakeside is the key consideration for most people.

Accommodation in the ski resorts has the benefit of being on the slopes with no daily commute whereas lakeside, you have more apres-ski options with lots more bars and restaurants to choose from.

As far as prices go, Slovenia has a reputation for being great value whether it's the accommodation, apres-ski or ski hire and is gaining in popularity year after year.

ski slovenia, skiing in slovenia, spa and wellness at lake bled

The Julian Alps are home to some of Slovenia's beautiful lakes such as Lake Bled and it's 'highest mountain - Mount Triglav, which looks over the Soča and the upper Sava river valleys. The Triglav National Park, lakes and rivers are all very close to the ski resorts if you wanted to venture out and explore the local area.

Nearly all the ski resorts have one thing in common and that is their relative small size compared to some of the other major ski resorts across the Alps. This makes them more intimate and charming and for families, first timers or seasoned skiers, ski holidays in Slovenia are definitely worth trying out....

ski holidays in slovenia, skiing in kranjska gora, slovenia

Featured Ski Resorts

Summer in the Slovenian ski resorts

One of the most popular summer activities is to head to the lakes that are close to several ski resorts including Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj. With their beaches and crystal clear waters, the lakes are simply stunning and are an ideal way to spend a day.

  • Mountain biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Sailing
  • Kayaking
  • White water rafting

Things to see and do

Apart from the lakes, there are some excellent day trips....

  • Visit Ljibljana, the capital of Slovenia
  • Visit the caves at Postonja
  • Take a boat ride to Maria-island in the middle of Lake Bled where you can wander round the 17th century church of Maria-Hemelvaart
lakes and mountains holidays in slovenia, lake bled, summer holidays

Our view on skiing in Slovenia

Slovenia is a country with so much natural beauty from it's high mountains to the countless lakes and rivers. It is a country waiting to be explored any time of year especially in the winter for ski holidays or for an outdoors adventure summer holiday....


List your Ski Chalet


Ski holiday rentals are getting more popular with travellers from families to adventurers.

List your chalet on MyChaletFinder today!



List your property