Location: Tolmin
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Tolmin (pronounced [tɔlˈmiːn] ( listen); Italian: Tolmino, German Tolmein) is a small town in northwestern Slovenia. It is the administrative centre of the Municipality of Tolmin.
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1. Tolmin Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 346 reviews
Reviewed By JoEllen Z - Svaty Anton, Slovakia
This is an easy (ish) walk, well marked with remarkably beautiful views, some strikingly vertiginous. Be prepared if you’re afraid of heights. The steep stairway down from the top to the river floor can be frightening, but the trail’s steel cable handrails are sturdily reassuring. Be sure to wear proper shoes (it can be slippery and the trails can be uneven). I found having a sturdy walking stick (not a cane!) also helped. There is a descent and a counter ascent you should also be aware of… For every 800 steps down, there will be 800 steps up! There are two convergent, glacier-fed streams, both a beautiful blue, and two foot Bridges spanning each of the streams. Another foot/vehicle bridge looms 60 metres above the water. We shared the walk with a middle school field trip full of well-behaved young Slovene students. The walk’s star attraction is “Dante’s Cave.” It is said that the Florentine poet of Divine Comedy fame visited his friend here in the area, the local ruler. The poet would make regular trips up to the cave, and it became an inspiration for his description of Hell in The Inferno. There is a nice little bar/restaurant at the end of the walk, serving local fare. The man in the ticket booth at the beginning (and end) of the walk was so very helpful indeed, and happy to impart knowledge about the walk and the history. For two pensioners, the fee was €8.00.
2. Ladja Lucija
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By KemikOjstra - Maribor, Slovenia
This boat cruise is surely one of the main highlights when you are in the Soča/Isonzo valley in Slovenia. There are no tickets to buy before the scheduled cruise, you just go up in the boat and pay after the cruise. You can also eat a lunch up there during the cruise (on normal costs for this region) as there it is also a kitchen to prepare food (suitable to all, there are also some vegetarian dishes on the menu to order). There are two possible ways of a cruise (one to the Tolmin side and one to the Most na Soči and hydroelectric station Doblar side). If you eat a lunch, you have a free second cruise on the other side (tickets for adults cost 6,5 €, for kids less). For one side a cruise last 1 hour, so for both side it takes around 2 hours. Therefore, make sure to have at least 2,5 or 3 hours time if you want to do both sides.
Cruise is stunning as nature around there is beautiful and captain on the boat Lucija tells nice stories (folk tales of some spots near the river Soča, especially one with Lucija and dragon) and atmosphere is good as people can also be captains for a minute. The River Soča here is peaceful and not as rapid as it is in Bovec and Trenta and in the middle of the ride you can see the confluence of Soča and Idrijca rivers. I cruised on the Most na Soči side and saw some nice train Bridges (from Bohinj line, made around 100 years ago like famous viaducts of nearby Bača pri Modreju and Solkan bridge near Nova Gorica), Most na Soči village from the river side, hydroelectric station Doblar, a little cave and at the beginning also one cavern from the First World War (from Battles of Isonzo). It was surely memorable and this cruise also shows many of the typical characteristics of this region which became famour because of its Metal Camp in Tolmin and also shooting of some Narnia films.
It is also possible for groups to reserve a cruise and make it more thematic, depends of what group you are. For the first time I cruised on this boat around 13 years ago as we made the conclusive trip of the primary school there (and on the other parts of Western Slovenia). It was a wedding of two classmates and both of them had their witnesses to a marriage. As I remember, we all laughed back then very much all the time during that cruise. To conclude, it is surely one of the highlights of the Soča/Isonzo valley region and I recommend this cruise to all of you. Have fun and enjoy there!
3. River Soca
Overall Ratings
5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By SagarVS - India
The Soca river runs through 138 kms across many lovely towns. There are so many amazing spots of natural beauty. Cliffs, streams, national reserve parks, water falls are all around this river. This region is an ideal base for those looking for water sports and nature lovers. An exhilarating experience.
4. Javorca, Memorial Church of the Holy Spirit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Albia-Newton - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
A beautiful little church in the hills - built by the Austro - Hungarian forces in the war (1914-18).
The church includes the names of the fallen - not the large range of nationalities and religions.
To get there you either have a long hike - or an interesting drive on a not tarmacked road for 7km - Dont be put off, it is worth it.
Entrance fee 2 Euro
Can be closed on rainy days (you can borrow the key from the Gorges Entrance Kiosk or Tolmin Information Center)
5. Bananaway Stand Up Paddle Adventure
Overall Ratings
5 based on 20 reviews
VISIT THE REMOTE Emerald VALLEY AND TRY OUT THE BEST SUMMER ACTIVITY! The Soča Valley is a jewel of Slovenia and the Emerald river the most stunning SUP location in Slovenia! 1. MEET STAND-UP PADDLING The SUP tour starts with an introductory briefing on paddle-boarding and instructions on how to stand on the board. You will get to know the SUP gear, paddle-boarding techniques and learn step by step how to find your balance on the board. 2. HAVE FUN EXPLORING UNTOUCHED CORNERS When you will feel comfortable on the board, our SUP Adventure begins. We will pass the narrow passage and glide past the cliffs to where the canyon finally ends. You will slowly realize that paddle-boarding is a unique way to observe nature from a different perspective – a truly magical experience! You will not forget this experience! We will capture special moments with our GoPro camera and send you the photos after the tour! 3. EXPLORE SOCA VALLEY We will show you active spirit of Soca valley. Whole day tour takes you hiking Kozjek waterfall and Korita Gorge, introduces you with local food and admire beautiful display of sunset-kissed Mountains, Škrlatica and Špik.
Reviewed By Katarina K
Small group of dog lovers following directions of our instructor Suzi...firstly receiving valuable information on how to introduce the board to the dog (training on the grass) and afterwards big fun on the water. Big thanks to Suzi for being so attentive and helping us to even more quality time spent with our dogs. I highly recommend to take 1st steps with instructor to avoid unpleasent experience of your dog and of course beautiful environment provides good times (this turquise river is really special).
6. Kozjak Waterfalls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 472 reviews
7. Maya Team
Overall Ratings
5 based on 50 reviews
The Maya team was established in 1998. In 2006 the BBC featured one of our active weekend packages on its Holiday programme and ranked the package among the six most attractive active holidays in the world. Maya team offer: - Active holidays for families and individuals, - one-day sports activities (rafting, mini rafting, whitewater kayaking, canyoning, cycling, hiking...), - hot shower after activity - restaurant in our sport center and - camping place. For sport activities and camping please book before arriving.
Reviewed By Froni T - Gdynia, Poland
Maya Team are fantastic. We spend there all day, on the family raftings and in the neighborhod. Rafting with Benyamin was awesome. We were laughing all the time and had more fun in the Soca river. We were talking about life and many interesting things. That was really good day for us. Once again thanks for You all and especially for Benyamin. For me special thank for show me the way to the MetalDays camp ;) I hope to see You in future.
8. Ranch Pelance
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Very close to the Emerald lake of Most na Soci there is a small Ranch Pelance. We can offer you some horse riding trips along the Soca River or help you to reach some wonderful viewpoints by riding along the forest routes. We recommend full-day riding tour ˝Back to the mountain paradise˝ to the village of Vrsno above the river Soca at the foot of Krn where famous poet Simon Gregorcic was born. The beginners can enjoy in the riding arena. On the back of a trained horse tourists can do the tour along Mengore, the outdoor museum of the First World War, or just admire the nature’s colours of the seasons. The youngest riders do grooming before riding for the first time in order to build confidence with the horse. Only afterwards they can take a safe and guided horseback ride.
Reviewed By Gregor P
Ranch Pelance is situated on a superb location under the hills above the Soča river and just a few minutes riding away from the turquoise lake. In its vicinity you can enjoy riding through the woods, on the fields or by the river and the lake. The views on the valley and the Julian Alps towering in the background are simply stunning.
The horses are suitable for all levels of horsemanship expertise.
Nejka, the owner of the ranch, is a very experienced guide and a great host. On top of being a great riding instructor she is also a very knowledgeable guide to the local historical and natural sights.
In a nutshell: a highly recommended experience in one of the most beautiful Valleys in the Alps!
9. X Point
Overall Ratings
5 based on 86 reviews
XPOINT is an Outdoor Adventure Agency based in the heart of the Soca valley, Slovenia. We specialize in outdoor adventure sports such as Whitewater Rafting, kayaking, Canoeing, paragliding and many more activities. We can accommodate pretty much all ages, small and big groups of people. We can accommodate from as minimum of 2 to 60+ people. Here at Xpoint we will make sure your trip is full of Fun, excitement, memorable and most of all safe!
Reviewed By Daniel C
We went for the Sit-on-top Kayak. It was very enjoyable and fun. The instructor, Damian, gave us some very good tips at the beginning so we could enjoy the rapids of the amazing, glass water, Soca river. The environment at X-Point was very easy going and welcoming.
10. Kozlov Rob
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Lukc - Lausanne, Switzerland
It's a hill with the partly restored ruins of a castle on top and the easiest place to get a view of the valley around Tolmin. Just walk uphill from the church, and you'll find the winding paths leading to the top soon enough. There are a couple of Lookouts, some leftovers from the Great War and then a lovely view.
And lots and lots of locals walking and jogging.
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