Vršič Pass
Mountain pass across the Julian Alps in Slovenia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Vršič Pass (pronounced [ʋəɾˈʃitʃ]; Slovene: prelaz Vršič, Italian: passo della Moistrocca, German: Werschetzpass),[1] with an elevation of 1,611 metres (5,285 ft), is a high mountain pass across the Julian Alps in northwestern Slovenia. It is the highest pass in Slovenia, as well as the highest in the Eastern Julian Alps. It connects Upper Carniola with the Trenta Valley in the Slovene Littoral, and it is considered an excellent starting point for excursions to surrounding peaks. Over Vršič, there was an old trail, which was upgraded for military purposes as well as for logging and timber transportation in the early 20th century. The modern road, now known as the Russian Road (Ruska cesta), was built in 1915–17.[2][3]
Vršič Pass | |
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Elevation | 1,611 m (5,285 ft) |
Traversed by | Ruska cesta |
Location | Upper Carniola, Slovenia |
Range | Julian Alps |
Coordinates | 46°26′8″N 13°44′40″E |