Visiting Slovenia in summer? Want to get a bit of height to admire the mountains around Bohinj?
Here’s my guide to making the most of the Vogel cable car: access, parking, figures, things to see.
Is the Vogel gondola worth it?
That depends. The cable car offers magnificent views of Lake Bohinj and the surrounding mountains. The views are breathtaking and it gives you access to other walks at altitude.
However, if you don’t hike, the time spent admiring the views vs. the price may not seem like enough.
This is one of the must-see attractions around Lake Bohinj.
Vogel Cable Car in Slovenia: access + map
Where is Vogel?
- The cable car from the south-west of Lake Bohinj
- The car park is very well signposted
- From Ljubljana = 1h30 drive
- From Bled = 40min
- Here is a map showing Bled, Bohinj and Vogel:
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Access and parking
Access to the car park is very easy.
The road south of Lake De Bohinj is in good condition with one lane in each direction and the car park is clearly signposted.
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Visit Vogel: useful tips
Opening times and prices
- Opening times in summer: 8am to 6pm daily
- Winter opening times: 8am to 6pm daily
- Prices: between €39 and €32 depending on the month
- See the latest information on the official website here.
Difficulties
The ascent is very steep, and people suffering from vertigo will find it difficult.
The cable car is equipped to accommodate pushchairs, wheelchairs and bicycles, making it accessible to people with mobility difficulties.
Vogel in figures
- Built in 2001
- The cable car ascends from Ukanc at 579 metres to the Voge ski resort at 1535 metres.
- A difference in altitude of 956 metres in around 4 minutes.
- Each trip can carry up to 80 passengers.
- Two-way cabin.
- The average gradient is 70%!
The climb
The views from the Vogel cable car are breathtaking. With an average gradient of 70%, the experience is impressive.
You can enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Bohinj and the Julian Alps.
As you climb, the lake appears as a glistening pool below, framed by towering peaks.
On a clear day, the scenery is particularly impressive, with sweeping vistas that invite you to explore.
View from the platform
Once at the top, it’s not the best observation platform there is at the top of the gondola.
But you can take time to admire details of Lake Bohinj, as well as the peaks in front of you. Note Triglav, Slovenia’s highest peak, at an altitude of 2,864 metres.
Vogel archaeological high-altitude hiking trail
The main hike is the Vogel high-altitude archaeological trail:
- Duration: 2 h 30 min
- Distance: 4 km
- Easy trail, suitable for families
The trail includes twelve information panels on:
- the wealth of alpine flora and fauna,
- the history of the ski resort
- the archaeological sites of ancient shepherds’ and miners’ settlements (this mountain pasture was first inhabited around 5,000 years ago)
Other activities at the top station
From the top station, as well as hiking, you can also:
- take other chairlifts for even more views
- Disc Golf
- Paragliding
- Mountain biking
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