Walk 17 – an ascent of Stol from Kobarid, from a Walking Guide to Slovenia.

Climbing from the very centre of Kobarid this lengthy walk follows a long ridge up to the distant summit of Stol. It makes for a full day but, with fine weather, the glorious views of the Julian Alps are ample reward.

Start/Finish – Kobarid

Distance – 24km/15mile

Height gain – 1460m

Time – 7h20min

Grade – very strenuous.

Recommended map - the Julijske Alpe zahodni del (western) map published by PZS.

Equipment – Walking boots, walking sticks. See our clothing and walking equipment page for more recommendations.

Refreshments on route – None.

Updates to the 2005, 2nd Edition – There are no updates.

Public transport – Kobarid is easily reached by bus.

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The nearest railway station is at Most na Soči, 22km away.

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Nearest Town/Village – Kobarid has one hotel, apartments, guesthouses and rooms plus two camping sites within walking distance of the town centre. It also has all the necessary food shops, plus cafes and restaurants.

Bovec, to the north, has more accommodation.

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