: Known for its lively atmosphere, the event often features "fan zones" with culinary offerings and family-friendly activities.
: In March 2026, the valley honored Kamil Stoch , who concluded his storied career with his final competitive flights in front of a cheering crowd. Skoki: Planica HS138 - konkurs
: Modern competitions at the Planica Nordic Centre emphasize sustainability, offering free public transport and efficient energy management to preserve the valley's beauty. Significant Recent Moments : Known for its lively atmosphere, the event
A competition in Planica is more than just a sporting event; it is a national celebration of Slovenian pride and unity. The valley's narrow geography traps the sound and energy, creating an intense atmosphere where fans from across the globe gather to cheer on "Slovenian eagles" like the Prevc family. Significant Recent Moments A competition in Planica is
Planica is widely regarded as the "cradle of ski flying," a title earned through a century-old tradition of pushing the limits of human flight in the Julian Alps. While the valley is home to the legendary Letalnica giant, the large hill serves as a vital pillar of the Planica Nordic Centre, hosting prestigious competitions including the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships and World Cup events. The Legacy of Bloudkova velikanka
: While the HS138 is a large hill, it sits adjacent to the flying hill where Domen Prevc set an official world record of 254.5 meters in 2025, and Nika Prevc reached a women's world record of 242.5 meters in 2026.
: The official hill record for the HS138 is 142.0 meters , set by Peter Prevc in 2014. The absolute record on this hill belongs to Jarl Magnus Riiber, who reached 147.0 meters during a Nordic Combined World Championship event in 2023.