Soca valley – Kobarid & Tolmin

The beauteous Soča is one of the most important rivers in Slovenia. It was written into the historical memory of Europeans, particularly Slovenians and Italians, as the scene of major and bloody battles during the First World War (Ernest Hemingway wrote about this valley in great detail in his famous book “A Farewell to Arms”.), while in the imagination of the modern visitor it is primarily a synonym for pristine beauty and liveliness, as a place for a wealth of active experiences in the embrace of unspoilt nature.

        

The luxuriant natural wealth is safeguarded in protected areas such as Triglav National Park.

The Tolmin gorges are unique natural monument, the lowest point (180m) of the Triglav National Park and Tolmin’s most important sight of nature.

The Soča valley is a paradise for those seeking active exploration of nature: The Soča River offers rafting, kayaking and hydrospeed, while the mountain streams with their wild gorges, waterfalls and pools offer the thrill of canyoning. The fantastic gliding conditions draw numerous paragliders, hang gliders and gliders. The valleys lure hikers to wander the numerous trails that run past natural and cultural features.            

         
              
The Kobarid historical path links places around Kobarid, where important historical, cultural and natural monuments can be seen. One of this sights is a 15 meter high waterfall Kozjak, one of Slovenia’s most picturesque waterfalls.

The mountain areas offer mountain hikers both highly and less challenging mountain tours, an abundance of mountain biking trails for cyclists and a range of walls for climbing, while alpinists can take their pick of thousand-meter rock face climbs.

The Soča, Nadiža, Bača, Trebuščica and Idrijca rivers are first-rate fly-fishing locations that draw anglers from all over the world.

When visiting the Soča Valley You can stay in the HOSTEL PARADISO TOLMIN. Hostel is located on the first floor of Paradiso bar, in the center of Tolmin. It is suitable for travelers, passers-by, younger and older single travelers, but also families. Hostel is located in the center of Tolmin. Regardless of the direction of arrival, Hostel is very difficult to miss, as it is located near the main intersection with traffic lights (30m). Because of its location it is very close to all the main buildings. Gas station, grocery store, restaurant-pizzeria, farmacy, health care center, bus station, bank, post office, museum and library are just a step away. Bed in a hostel can be booked on the Hostelling International website www.hihostels.com , on website of Travellers Association of Slovenia www.youth-hostel.si or on our website www.hostel-paradiso.si.

MORE INFO:
TIC Tolmin
Tel. 05 380 04 80
e-mail: info@lto-sotocje.si,

TIC Kobarid
Tel. 05 380 04 90
e-mail: info.kobarid@lto-sotocje.si
www.dolina-soce.com