Cerkno Ski Resort Guide
Cerkno, Slovenia
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 12km |
| Highest Lift | 1,267m |
| Resort Height | 939m |
| Nearest Airports | Ljubljana and Trieste |
Cerkno
Cerkno ski resort offers a unique skiing experience in Slovenia. With diverse slopes and stunning mountain views, it's perfect for all levels.
Summary
Nestled in the Julian Alps, Cerkno ski resort features 18 kilometers of well-maintained slopes. The resort is family-friendly and provides a variety of winter activities beyond skiing.
The ski area of Cerkno is in the Julian Alps at an altitude of 939m, with 12km of marked runs.
Cerkno has direct access to 12km of downhill skiing, with 20 marked pistes, served by a total of 8 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Cerkno is 2km long and the most difficult run is the 'Davca 8'.
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Snow and Weather
Cerkno typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths reaching 60 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski regularly to plan your visit.
When will it snow in Cerkno?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Cerkno.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Cerkno Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 2 | 5km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 3 | 4km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 2 | 3km |
| Downhill Total Length | 12km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 5km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 8 | |
Cerkno Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,267m |
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| Resort Altitude (Cerkno) | 939m |
| Lowest Piste | 900m |
| Max Vertical | 367m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Snowboarding | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Cerkno boasts a peak elevation of 1,200 meters and a vertical drop of 300 meters across its ski area. Notable pistes include the blue 'Cerkno' and red 'Zlata', with key lifts like the Cerkno ski lift and the Porezen lift ensuring easy access to the slopes.
Cerkno offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Cerkno

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Cerkno Ski Schools and Cerkno Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts will find terrain parks suitable for various skill levels at Cerkno. The park features jumps and rails, providing a fun atmosphere for both beginners and advanced riders.
Location and Map
Where is Cerkno?
This ski resort is in the Julian Alps in Slovenia.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Cerkno is Ljubljana, 85 minutes drive away.
Trieste, Klagenfurt, Venice, Zagreb, Rijeka, Pula and Graz airports are all within three hours drive.
Cerkno is easily accessible via major routes from Ljubljana, located about 80 kilometers away. The nearest larger city is Nova Gorica, which provides additional travel options.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The eight ski lifts are able to uplift 12,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 18km of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is Cerkno open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Cerkno offers cozy bars and restaurants like the popular 'Gostilna Cerkno' and 'Caffe Bar Cerkno'. Enjoy a relaxed evening atmosphere, perfect for unwinding.