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Kranjska Gora

Municipality of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia · Europe

About Kranjska Gora

Kranjska Gora works well as a base: 15 minutes from Mojstrana, 5km from Zelenci Nature Reserve.

Kranjska Gora is a town located in Municipality of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia. With a population of 1,439, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Kranjska Gora sits in Slovenia, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Ljubljana time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kranjska Gora to your route.

Kranjska Gora (Slovene: [ˈkɾàːnska ˈɡɔ̀ːɾa]; German: Kronau) is a town in northwestern Slovenia, on the Sava Dolinka River in the Upper Carniola region, close to the Austrian and Italian borders. It is the seat of the Municipality of Kranjska Gora. The tripoint between Austria, Italy and Slovenia lies on the mountain

of Dreiländereck, known as Peč in Slovenia.

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Kranjska Gora is located in Municipality of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Europe. The coordinates are 46.4569 latitude, 13.7782 longitude.

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Kranjska Gora has a population of approximately 1,439 people, making it a town in Slovenia.

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Population: 1,439
Continent: Europe
Country: Slovenia
Region: Municipality of Kranjska Gora
Timezone: Europe/Ljubljana
Coordinates: 46.4569, 13.7782

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Slovenia

Police: 113
Ambulance: 112
Fire: 112
All emergencies: 112
Driving side: right

Motorway vignette required.

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Worth the detour from Kranjska Gora

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Lake Jasna

A mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.

2 km · about 5 min drive

mountain pass

Vršič Pass

Slovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.

3 km · about 5 min drive

natural wonder

Zelenci Nature Reserve

Emerald spring lake near Kranjska Gora where the Sava Dolinka river surfaces through white chalk bubbling from the lakebed. The water stays 5-6°C year-round and never freezes; boardwalks lead from a roadside car park.

5 km · about 10 min drive

waterfall

Peričnik Falls

A 52 m waterfall in the Vrata Valley below Triglav that you can walk fully behind: the overhanging rock lets the path pass between cliff and cascade. Ten minutes on foot from the roadside Koča pri Peričniku hut.

9 km · about 15 min drive

national park

Triglav National Park

Slovenia's only national park centered on Mount Triglav, with alpine lakes, gorges, and the Julian Alps.

11 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Mangart Saddle Road

Slovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.

11 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Predil Pass

A 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.

17 km · about 20 min drive

famous road

Villach Alpine Road

A 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.

17 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Kranjska Gora

Right hereLake JasnaA mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.
Right hereVršič PassSlovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.
Right hereMangart Saddle RoadSlovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.
17 kmPredil PassA 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.
17 kmVillach Alpine RoadA 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.
26 kmMala Osojnica Viewpoint (Lake Bled)A 685-metre hilltop overlooking fairy-tale Lake Bled with its island church, medieval clifftop castle, and the Julian Alps behind.

Driving in Slovenia

Drives on: the right
Petrol: ~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls: None
Vignette: Required, around €16 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

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About Kranjska Gora

Kranjska Gora works well as a base: 15 minutes from Mojstrana, 5km from Zelenci Nature Reserve.

Kranjska Gora is a town located in Municipality of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia. With a population of 1,439, it is an important destination in Europe.

of Dreiländereck, known as Peč in Slovenia.

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Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Kranjska Gora.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Kranjska Gora?

How do I plan a road trip to Kranjska Gora?

Plan your road trip to Kranjska Gora with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Kranjska Gora as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Kranjska Gora located?

Kranjska Gora is located in Municipality of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Europe. The coordinates are 46.4569 latitude, 13.7782 longitude.

What is the population of Kranjska Gora?

Kranjska Gora has a population of approximately 1,439 people, making it a town in Slovenia.

Worth the detour from Kranjska Gora

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Lake Jasna

A mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.

2 km · about 5 min drive

mountain pass

Vršič Pass

Slovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.

3 km · about 5 min drive

natural wonder

Zelenci Nature Reserve

5 km · about 10 min drive

waterfall

Peričnik Falls

9 km · about 15 min drive

national park

Triglav National Park

Slovenia's only national park centered on Mount Triglav, with alpine lakes, gorges, and the Julian Alps.

11 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Mangart Saddle Road

Slovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.

11 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Predil Pass

A 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.

17 km · about 20 min drive

famous road

Villach Alpine Road

A 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.

17 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Kranjska Gora

Right hereLake JasnaA mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.

Right hereVršič PassSlovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.

Right hereMangart Saddle RoadSlovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.

17 kmPredil PassA 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.

17 kmVillach Alpine RoadA 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.

26 kmMala Osojnica Viewpoint (Lake Bled)A 685-metre hilltop overlooking fairy-tale Lake Bled with its island church, medieval clifftop castle, and the Julian Alps behind.

Kranjska Gora

About Kranjska Gora

About Kranjska Gora

Where to Stay in Kranjska Gora

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Worth the detour from Kranjska Gora

Lake Jasna

Vršič Pass

Zelenci Nature Reserve

Peričnik Falls

Triglav National Park

Mangart Saddle Road

Predil Pass

Villach Alpine Road

Driving roads near Kranjska Gora

Driving in Slovenia

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Mojstrana

Arnoldstein

Illitsch

Fürnitz

Gailitz

Finkenstein am Faaker See

Finkenstein

Hohenthurn

Plan a trip around Kranjska Gora

Plan a Road Trip from Kranjska Gora

Kranjska Gora

About Kranjska Gora

About Kranjska Gora

Where to Stay in Kranjska Gora

Filter presets

Explore the Area

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan a Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Quick Information

Emergency & Services

Tags

Worth the detour from Kranjska Gora

Lake Jasna

Vršič Pass

Zelenci Nature Reserve

Peričnik Falls

Triglav National Park

Mangart Saddle Road

Predil Pass

Villach Alpine Road

Driving roads near Kranjska Gora

Driving in Slovenia

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Mojstrana

Arnoldstein

Illitsch

Fürnitz

Gailitz

Finkenstein am Faaker See

Finkenstein

Hohenthurn

Plan a trip around Kranjska Gora

Plan a Road Trip from Kranjska Gora