Sella Nevea – Rombon

Access to Starting Point

Option A: Via Kranjska Gora

1. Drive through Rateče into Italy.
2. Head towards Tarvisio and turn left towards Bovec at the start of the town.
3. Continue along the regional road towards the Predel Pass, following signs for Rabeljsko Jezero (Lago del Predil).
4. At the junction near the lake, turn right towards Sella Nevea (Nevejski Preval).
5. Drive up to the large parking area at the lower cable car station for Rifugio Gilberti.

Option B: Via Bovec

1. Drive towards the Predel Pass from Bovec and cross into Italy.
2. After descending past Rabeljsko Jezero, take a left turn towards Sella Nevea (Nevejski Preval).
3. Follow the ascending road to the parking area near the cable car station for Rifugio Gilberti.

Trail Description

1. Initial Ascent
   • From the parking area, take the narrow asphalt road near Hotel Nevea.
   • Follow signs for Trail 636, which leads left across a meadow onto a marked hiking path.
   • Continue through a forest, ascending along an old military mule track.
2. Kasarna Poviz Ruins
   • Higher up, the forest thins out, offering panoramic views.
   • The trail leads to the ruins of Kasarna Poviz, a historic site from World War I.
3. Path to Prevala Saddle
   • At a marked fork, head left towards Prevala Saddle (ignore the right path to Rifugio Gilberti).
   • The path levels out and becomes more scenic, eventually leading to another junction.
   • Continue right towards Prevala Saddle, ascending steadily across rocky terrain and scree slopes.
4. Prevala Saddle (5-way Junction)
   • At the saddle, take the left trail marked for Rombon (paths to Bovec and Prestreljenik go straight and right, respectively).
5. Traverse Across Lope Slopes
   • Follow the undulating trail eastwards, passing scree slopes and sinkholes typical of the Kanin massif.
   • Reach a smaller saddle between Lope (2406 m) and Kotl (1881 m).
6. Ascent Towards Rombon
   • Pass another fork where the trail to Črnelska Špica (2332 m) splits left. Continue right towards Rombon and the Speleological Shelter.
   • The trail climbs steeply before descending to a minor saddle between Črnelska Špica and Vrh Ribežnov.
7. Final Push to the Summit
   • Pass the Speleological Shelter, continuing left towards Rombon.
   • The trail ascends steeply past Prišna Glava, with remains from WWI visible along the way.
   • Near the summit, the path becomes steeper and slightly exposed, requiring caution.

Key Notes

• Water Sources: A small spring is present along the way but may dry up in summer.
• Historical Interest: The route is dotted with WWI remnants, including bunkers and military paths.
• Winter Conditions: Additional equipment (helmet, ice axe, crampons) is essential due to potential snow and ice.

Enjoy the breathtaking views and the historical richness of this moderately challenging trail to Rombon (2208 m)!