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Alpe-Adria-Trail

From Glacier to Sea

750 Kilometers

From Heiligenblut at the Großglockner to Muggia on the Adriatic

2.370 meters

Highest point: Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe

43 daily stages

with approximately 17 kilometers per stage

April to October

Best time to travel

Route & Itinerary

The Alpe-Adria Trail begins at the foot of Austria’s highest mountain, the Großglockner, and stretches some 750 kilometers (466 miles) through Carinthia, Slovenia, and Friuli-Venezia Giulia, ending at the coast in Muggia. Forty-three stages connect alpine landscapes with Mediterranean charm—a long-distance trail that celebrates variety.

The paths are easy to walk and well-secured, making them suitable even for leisurely hikers and walkers. Along the way, the trail passes tranquil mountain lakes, impressive gorges such as the Soča Gorge, traditional alpine huts, and sunny vineyards leading all the way to the sea. Each stage offers a “landscape gem”—a small landmark that brings the region’s nature, culture, and history vividly to life.

Hiking Bliss on Our Most Scenic Tours

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Hiking Bliss on Our Most Scenic Tours

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Questions and Answers about hiking the Alpe-Adria-Trail

Where does the Alpe-Adria-Trail start?

The Alpe-Adria Trail starts at the foot of the Großglockner in Carinthia, in the village of Heiligenblut. From there, the long-distance hiking path leads through three countries – Austria, Italy and Sloveni – in 43 stages.

When is the best time to experience the Alpe-Adria Trail?

The best time to travel for a hiking holiday on the Alpe-Adria-Trail is, depending on the tour, from April or May or June to September, October or even into November.

Who is hiking on the Alpe-Adria-Trail suitable for?

The Alpe-Adria 3-Country Round Trip and the Alpe-Adria-Trail Slovenia fall under our hiking category mountain hiking, the Alpe-Adria-Trail Italy under the category hiking. The routes lead you over well-marked hiking paths, as well as mountain, forest and meadow trails. With a good basic level of fitness, our hiking tours on the Alpe-Adria-Trail are guaranteed to be a successful active experience.

How long is the Alpe-Adria-Trail and how much elevation gain does it include?

The entire route covers approximately 39,000 meters of elevation gain and around 40,000 meters of elevation loss. On our hiking tours, you can choose between different sections, allowing you to experience the Alpe-Adria Trail individually.

How long are the daily stages on the Alpe-Adria-Trail?

On the daily stages of our hiking tours on the Alpe-Adria-Trail, you cover between 10 and 29 kilometres of hiking per day, depending on the journey. Note: some of the daily stages can be shortened using public transport.

In which hotels/accommodation do you stay while hiking the Alpe-Adria-Trail?

On our hiking tours on the Alpe-Adria-Trail you will spend the night in cosy hotels and accommodation.

How does luggage transfer work with Eurohike?

Your luggage is collected from your accommodation each morning between 8 and 9 a.m. and will be waiting for you at the next hotel in the evening (between 4 and 7 p.m.), allowing you to hike completely relaxed, carrying only light day packs.

The Most Beautiful Places Along the Alpe-Adria-Trail

Virje Waterfall

The Virje Waterfall in the Soča Valley impresses with its wide, twelve-meter-high curtain of water that plunges into an emerald green pool. Surrounded by moss-covered rocks and dense forest, it is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the region.

Soča Valley

The Soča Valley enchants visitors with its emerald green river, which winds its way crystal clear through wild gorges, over bright gravel banks and past alpine meadows, framed by the peaks of the Julian Alps. Suspension bridges cross the picturesque river at regular intervals.

Two hikers crossing a suspension bridge over turquoise Soča River in Trenta, Julian Alps. Mountains and forest visible in background.

Triglav National Park

Home to waterfalls, the turquoise Soča River, and Slovenia’s highest peak—the 2,864-meter (9,396-foot) Triglav—this is the country’s only national park in all its splendor. A true paradise for nature lovers.

Cividale del Friuli

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the heart of Lombard culture. The old town, with its famous Devil’s Bridge and charming winding streets, radiates the spirit of Italian dolce vita.

Gradisca d'Isonzo

Gradisca d'Isonzo charms visitors with its well-preserved Venetian fortifications and historic streets, which tell of its turbulent history on the border with Slovenia. Stroll through the old town and treat yourself to a cappuccino in the piazza.

Trieste

This lively Adriatic port city blends its Austro-Hungarian past with Italian flair and Mediterranean ease. From the very first espresso at Piazza Unità d’Italia, you’ll feel it: you’ve arrived.

The Most Scenic Stages on the Alpe-Adria Trail

Kranjska Gora – Trenta

↔ 22 Kilometers | ↗ 850 Meters | ↘ 1.050 Meters

This stage crosses the Vršič Pass, the highest in the Julian Alps, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. The trail then winds through the Soča Valley, with its emerald-green rivers and dramatic gorges. The hike ends in the idyllic village of Trenta at the foot of the mountains.

Trenta – Bovec

↔ 20 Kilometers | ↗ 200 Meters | ↘ 350 Meters

One of the most scenic stages of the trail runs through the Soča Valley. Dense forests, crystal-clear rivers, and small swimming spots make this section especially refreshing. Hikers can enjoy the serenity of unspoiled nature before arriving in the village of Bovec.

Bovec – Drežnica

↔ 22 Kilometers | ↗ 350 Meters | ↘ 500 Meters

The stage of the Alpe-Adria Trail from Bovec to Drežnica runs mostly along the idyllic emerald green Soča River, past spectacular waterfalls and deep gorges, before ending with a moderate climb to the charming mountain village of Drežnica.

Drežnica – Tolmin

↔ 22 Kilometers | ↗ 750 Meters | ↘ 1.100 Meters

From Drežnica, your route leads up to the Italian Chapel at 1,220 m – a quiet place of remembrance with impressive views over the Soča Valley and Kolovrat. Across flowering alpine meadows, you will reach the high pastures of Kuhinja, enjoy regional specialties, and then descend gently into the valley through sparse deciduous forest and small villages before following the last section of the Soča River to Tolmin.

Tolmin – Cividale

↔ 11 Kilometers | ↗ 900 Meters | ↘ 200 Meters

The Eurohike route leads from Tolmin directly to Cividale. Starting in Tolmin, the trail runs through dense forest up to the long ridge of Kolovrat, where trenches from World War I bear witness to the past, while the summit offers breathtaking views of the Julian Alps and the Friulian plain. After a short descent, you reach the Italian border and the Rifugio Solarie, where you can stop for refreshments before the transfer takes you directly to Cividale.

Why Choose to Hike the Alpe-Adria-Trail?

Three Countries – One Route

Austria’s Alps, Slovenia’s wild landscapes, and Italy’s Mediterranean charm.

Culinary Delights

Carinthian Kasnudeln, Slovenian cheese, and Italian wine – a treat at every stage.

Water as Your Companion

Glaciers, waterfalls, rivers, and the Adriatic – a route connecting mountains and sea.

Cultural Diversity

Alpine huts, pilgrimage sites, vineyards, and port cities – each region tells its story.

Varied Elevation

Gentle hills, steep climbs, and coastal paths – the Alpe-Adria Trail challenges and rewards.

Travel Stories on the Alpe-Adria-Trail

April 8, 2025

Wanderbare Auszeit in Slowenien

Unbändig, malerisch und spektakulär – diese drei Worte bringen die Bergwelt der Julischen Alpen auf den Punkt. Kein Wunder, dass sich Slowenien in den letzten Jahren zu einem echten Trendziel für Outdoor-Abenteurer entwickelt hat. Wanderer bekommen hier unglaublich viel geboten: einzigartige Natur, malerische Pfade und grenzenloses Freiheitsgefühl. Wir nehmen Sie mit in die Julischen Alpen und ins wilde Soča-Tal. Lassen Sie sich inspirieren und tauchen Sie ein in faszinierende Berg- und wilde Wasserwelten.

March 28, 2023

Guests on Tour

Cross the Alps with your dog from Königssee to Wörthersee

On his blog UrbanHiker.de (in German language), Nick provides tips for beginners and experts about hiking tours, destinations and outdoor adventures with a dog. His aim is to give people confidence to explore the world by foot, whether that be town, countryside or from hills to the Alps. He loves getting out and about with his dog Asta, particularly on long-distance trails and in the mountains. Nick tells us about his first crossing of the Alps with a dog from Königssee to Wörthersee, organised by Eurohike.

Kärnten Werbung Carlo Spaliviero

October 25, 2022

Time for New Paths

One of the most important components for a successful hiking holiday is the precise selection of hiking paths. The routes should not only be signposted well, but also ensure the right form of active movement, tailored to the respective level of difficulty. For easier maneuvering, we have assigned our individual hiking tours general levels of hiking. Ranging from moderate walking to trekking you can hike on our holidays on easy-to-walk, well-developed paths or experience routes which require good stamina, a head for heights and surefootedness from experienced mountain hikers. Either way, you will experience the most beautiful hiking trails in Europe on our hiking tours with luggage transfer, entirely at your own pace and hiking rhythm. With their wealth of experience and insider knowledge, our experienced experts in product management and our professional travel specialists ensure that you can enjoy precisely these special hiking trails – far away from the crowds. So let’s go and set off on the most wonderful hiking paths in Austria, Germany, Spain and Italy.

Hiking tour Alpe Adria Trail with seaview

April 5, 2021

This is how beautiful a hiking holiday in Friuli-Venezia Giulia is

If you are looking for a destination for a successful hiking holiday that combines active and healthy outdoor activities with wonderful moments of pleasure you will definitely find it in the beautiful Friuli-Venezia Giulia in Italy. If you combine these special features with a wonderful natural landscape and lots of well-marked hiking trails, you can label it the perfect active travel destination with a clear conscience. Our Eurohike team has packed the most beautiful hiking routes in Friuli-Venezia Giulia into pleasant hiking tours for you, always taking care to show you the tastiest treasures of the region. And there will be plenty of time for that, because everything else is already taken care of with Eurohike Wanderplus. Form the detailed travel documents, the luggage transfer and our on-site support, the hotels and traditional accommodation, to being available on our service-hotline. On a hiking holiday without luggage, you can discover the beautiful Friuli-Venezia Giulia on foot – probably the most beautiful form of active holiday.

Christina on the mountain pasture in the Salzkammergut

April 27, 2020

Eurohike backstage

A long hike with the mouse

Christina usually tests our hiking tours, researches the best hiking trails and searches for the ideal route so you can finally experience a wonderful hiking holiday. But everything is different for her at the moment: instead of planning and packing her suitcase every day, Christina has been staying in ‘Hotel Home’ for several weeks now. In her report from her home office, she talks about her new daily life, reveals exciting inside information and shows us how beautiful home can be. It’s best to read for yourself:

Hiker enjoys the fantastic view of Leutasch

March 1, 2020

Cross-border hiking

From Munich to Lake Garda or even to the lagoon city of Venice? Hiking across national borders is not only a challenge, but also involves meticulous planning. Covering larger stages on foot is always an adventure. The more kilometres your calves have covered, the more experienced your feet become. As you put one foot in front of the other you enjoy the numerous highlights along the Eurohike hiking routes. Whether that’s sipping tea before sunrise on the Alpine ridge or enjoying the heavenly view of the passes and mountain ranges in the neighbouring country: crossing borders is always a pleasure.

Alpe-Adria-Trail: Your Benefits with Eurohike

Perfectly organized hiking tours

In Eurohike hiking vacations, you enjoy that extra level of service and comfort. From start to finish, our Eurohike travel specialists plan and organize your active vacation, giving you even more time to enjoy your active getaway. During your hiking tour, you can focus worry-free on what truly matters: the joy of hiking with your loved ones.

Comprehensive guidance from our travel specialists

Our experienced travel specialists are available to assist you at any time, both during the selection of your tour and throughout the booking process. Your wishes and concerns are our top priority, ensuring that your journey becomes the most beautiful time of the year.

Well-prepared travel information and route descriptions

All guests receive a comprehensive information package with detailed walking maps and travel documents including tips and information on culture, cuisine, country and people - tailored to the respective region and requirements of the individual walking tour. Every year, we review the route meticulously, and continually develop new variations that provide even more insights into the land and culture.

Accommodations with feel-good factor

After a wonderful day of cycling, you will be welcomed in our carefully selected accommodations in the evening. We choose our accommodations with care and consideration, always with a focus on their special orientation towards active vacationers and opportunities for evening relaxation. You'll experience that extra level of comfort on our charming hiking tours, where you can enjoy even more feel-good facilities and an added touch of indulgence.

Hiking without luggage

With us, you'll enjoy the most comfortable form of active vacation. Eurohike transports your luggage to the next accommodation every day. Leave the hotel in the morning with ease, and by evening, your bags will already be waiting at the next lodging. Experience a completely carefree hiking adventure across Europe with our luggage transfer!

Personal on-site support

Our Eurohike original tours are characterized above all by the personal touch for which we have been known for many years. For our original tours, you will be personally welcomed by our team members at the arrival destination. In an informational meeting, all details about the tour and the itinerary will be explained. Our on-site team is also available for tips and recommendations.

Exploring the most beautiful routes with our on Tour-App

We invest a lot of time and effort in crafting our routes and meticulously review them regularly. Thanks to the Eurobike & Eurohike on Tour app, navigating the most beautiful cycling routes in Europe becomes child's play, ensuring you don't miss any of the highlights along the way.

Travelife-Certification

We are certified as a sustainable tour operator! Our green actions have been officially confirmed by Travelife - an international certification programme for sustainability management in the travel industry. We had to fulfil over 260 criteria in various areas: from environmental protection and energy-saving measures to emissions management and consumer protection.