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Nova Gorica—Viewpoint

Viewpoints within an hour or two of Nova Gorica

49 places, nearest first; times are estimates — the planner times the real roads.

01Within an hour

Within an hour

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Sabotin

Sabotin is a hill above the Soča valley in the Goriška region, close to Nova Gorica and the Italian border. Its ridge serves as a viewpoint over the Soča, the Goriška Brda hills and the surrounding plain, and the area preserves remains from the First World War Isonzo Front. It is a hiking destination reached on foot by marked paths from the valley below.

~5 min · 4 km
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Skozno

Skozno is a viewpoint in the Goriška region of western Slovenia, overlooking the surrounding hills and valleys. It makes a quiet stop for taking in the landscape of the area east of Nova Gorica. Reaching it is a short outing best combined with other sights in the Goriška hills.

~5 min · 6 km
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Pečina
~10 min · 11 km
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Kojca

Kojca is a mountain in the Goriška region of western Slovenia, listed here as a viewpoint. From its summit you look out over the surrounding hills and valleys of the area. Reaching it means a hike on mountain paths, so plan for a proper walk rather than a short stroll.

~35 min · 31 km
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Planina Zadnji Vogel

Planina Zadnji Vogel is a high mountain pasture used as a viewpoint in the Julian Alps of the Gorenjska region. Its open slopes give wide views over the surrounding peaks and valleys, rewarding those who make the climb. It lies in the Vogel area above the Bohinj valley and is reached on foot by mountain paths, so plan for a proper hike rather than a short stroll.

~40 min · 35 km
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Črna Prst

Črna Prst is a mountain in the Julian Alps in the Gorenjska region, valued as a viewpoint over the surrounding peaks and valleys. It sits on the southern edge of the range, above the Bohinj area. Reaching the top is a proper mountain hike, so plan for a full day on marked trails and suitable footwear.

~40 min · 38 km
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Pleša
~40 min · 38 km
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Slap Savica

Savica Waterfall is a well-known waterfall above the western end of Lake Bohinj in the Gorenjska region, where the Savica stream drops from the slopes of the Komarča cliff. The water feeds Lake Bohinj and is regarded as one of the sources of the Sava River. The viewpoint is reached by a stepped forest path from the area near Ukanc, a short but steady climb.

~45 min · 39 km
02Worth the longer drive

Worth the longer drive

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Razgledni stolp Zelenci

An observation tower at Zelenci, the nature reserve near Kranjska Gora in the Gorenjska region where the Sava Dolinka rises from emerald-green springs. The tower gives a view over the wetland and the spring lake from above. It is reached by a short, easy walk from the road between Kranjska Gora and Rateče.

~65 min · 60 km
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Sv. Jošt nad Kranjem

Sv. Jošt nad Kranjem is a hilltop viewpoint above Kranj in the Gorenjska region, named after the Church of St. Jodok that stands near the summit. From the top there are open views over the Kranj plain and toward the surrounding Alpine ranges. It makes a straightforward half-day hike from the outskirts of Kranj.

~65 min · 60 km
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Sv. Jakob

Sv. Jakob is a viewpoint in the Osrednjeslovenska region of central Slovenia, named after the church of St James that typically marks such hilltops. It offers a view over the surrounding hills and the wider Ljubljana basin. It lies northwest of Ljubljana and is a suitable goal for a short hike as part of a day trip.

~65 min · 58 km
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Kuharca

Kuharca is a viewpoint in the Primorsko-notranjska region of inner Slovenia, in the hilly karst country of Notranjska. It offers an open look over the surrounding forested hills and valleys of the area. Expect a short walk on local paths to reach it, so sturdy shoes are useful.

~65 min · 60 km
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Klejni vrh

Klejni vrh is a hilltop viewpoint in the Primorsko-notranjska region of inner Slovenia. It offers an open outlook over the surrounding wooded karst countryside of Notranjska. Expect a short hike on forest paths to reach the summit, best combined with a day out in the area.

~65 min · 60 km
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Smokuški vrh

Smokuški vrh is a hilltop viewpoint in the Gorenjska region, rising above the village of Smokuč between Žirovnica and Begunje na Gorenjskem. From the top you look out over the Upper Sava valley and the Karavanke foothills. It makes a short half-day hike on forest paths from the villages below.

~70 min · 64 km
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