> Enjoy an easy family-friendly adventure on Velika Planina
> Explore one of Europe's last remaining traditional shepherd settlements
> Stay in a cozy mountain chalet in the Slovenian Alps
The Kiddies Velika Planina Experience is perfect for families looking to discover one of Slovenia's most beautiful mountain regions at a relaxed pace. Gentle trails, traditional shepherd huts and wide-open alpine landscapes make this an ideal introduction to hiking for all ages.
Please Note: No food or drinks are provided at the chalet, so be sure to bring sufficient meals, snacks, and drinking water for your stay.
Your adventure takes you across the iconic Velika Planina plateau, home to one of Europe's last remaining high-mountain shepherd settlements. Enjoy sweeping mountain views, discover local traditions and create lasting family memories as you explore the heart of the Slovenian Alps.
A gentle mountain wander across Velika Planina, perfect for families looking for a day outdoors without too much effort. The trail winds through wide alpine meadows, past the iconic wooden shepherd huts that dot the plateau. In summer, fragrant lavender adds colour and scent to the landscape, while Gradišče (1,666 m), the highest point of Velika Planina, rises above the scene. Expect fresh mountain air, open views and plenty of room for little adventurers to explore.
From the chairlift, the path eases onto the plateau and swings past Domžalski dom na Mali Planini before opening toward the Velika Planina viewpoint. You roll through grassy bowls near Jarški Dom, with views toward Mala Planina, Bukovec and the Alps. The climbs and dips are steady rather than spicy, just enough to keep little legs proud.
The final stretch slips past the shepherds’ settlement, the Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows, alpine huts and the Velika Planina pastures. Arrival at Domžalski dom na Mali Planini feels exactly right: wooden warmth, mountain air, and that happy silence after a day well played.
Your journey comes to an end on Velika Planina. After a final look across the green pastures, wooden huts and wide Alpine views, make your way back toward the chairlift and the valley below. A calm, family-friendly goodbye to the mountains, with cowbells still ringing in your head.
