Mangart Saddle Viewpoint
The Mangart Road climbs through 22 hairpin turns to reach this spectacular saddle between Slovenia, Austria, and Italy. From here, the view takes in Triglav, the Kanin massif, and the entire Julian Alps chain. It’s the highest point you can drive to in Slovenia, and the narrow mountain road is an adventure in itself. Small parking area at the top fills quickly in summer.
The road is typically open May through October, snow-dependent. It’s narrow with no guardrails in places — not for nervous drivers or wide rigs. Start early to avoid crowds and afternoon thunderstorms. The road starts in Bovec and takes about 45 minutes of steady climbing.
Slovenia's highest driveable mountain pass
Place Details
| Type | Point of Interest |
|---|---|
| Street address | Cesta na Mangart, Slovenia Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Bovec, Slovenia |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | Other |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Cell signal |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
