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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Travel
Camilla Bell-Davies

Skiing without clutter: on the eco-friendly slopes of Slovenia’s Julian Alps

The Vogel ski area is notable for its discreet facilities and natural feel.
The Vogel ski area is notable for its discreet facilities and natural feel. Photograph: Matej Kastelic/Alamy

Winding through Slovenia’s Julian Alps, it’s easy to miss the signs to the Vogel ski centre and carry on driving. The cable car and car park are concealed deep in woods above beautiful Lake Bohinj – a deliberate policy to keep the landscape free from tourist clutter and visible ski infrastructure. The result is one of the most natural skiing areas in Europe.

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