The valley of the most beautiful Slovenian river and the peaks of the Julian Alps invite you into their embrace: on excursions, hiking and cycling tours, sightseeing and carefree lounging by the emerald pools. They invite you to an experience that creates unforgettable memories. Road congestion and noise do not belong in this sensitive natural environment, which falls under the auspices of the Julian Alps biosphere area.
In order to reduce the traffic load, take advantage of the summer offer of public transport in the Soča Valley.
Check out the rich list of Hop-on Hop-offs and Shuttle connections and other (cross-border) lines:
The bus and E-van* lead to the parking lot in front of the last tunnel. From there it is a 30-40 minute walk past the hut to the Mangart saddle. We recommend hiking shoes.
* mandatory reservation and payment of the E-van via ToyotaGO app! Download ToyotaGO app here > The E-van is not included in the Julian Alps card: Soča Valley.
Bovec, the synonym for active leisure time, offers a wide range of sports adventures. Rafting, kayaking, hiking and cycling are just some of the activities you can enjoy in the wonderful natural environment.
1. TRIP TO THE HIGHEST-LYING MOUNTAIN ROAD IN SLOVENIA
Mt. Mangart offers splendid views of the surrounding mountains and grassy plains decorated by carpets of colourful alpine flowers during the summer months. You can use the stop in Bovec to refresh yourself by the charming pool of the Virje Waterfall and visit the nearby karst spring of the Gljun Stream. You can reach the village of Plužna by taking the Hop-on Hop-off shuttle bus and hike back to the town of Bovec along one of the mysterious Kanin waterways.
2. TRIP ALONG THE EMERALD RIVER, START IN KRANJSKA GORA
Pets are not allowed. Exceptions are police dogs and mountain rescue dogs accompanied by a handler, guide dogs for the blind and other assistance dogs for the disabled.
Visit the hidden corners of the Kobarid area – mountain villages and mountain pastures at the foothills of the mighty Mt. Krn, World War I heritage on Mt. Kolovrat or the Breginjski kot Valley where the Nadiža River invites with warm pools.
2. TRIP BY TRAIN TO MOST NA SOČI AND BY BUS TO THE BREGINJSKI KOT VALLEY
Take a cycling tour and explore the wonderful landscape and special architecture of the Breginjski kot Valley. Visit the old village centre in the village of Breginj and the most western Slovenian village of Robidišče and freshen up in the Nadiža River, which is the warmest alpine river.
When we reach the parking lot under Javorca by bus, a 15-20 minute walk uphill follows along a concrete path to the Church of the Holy Spirit in Javorca.
25. 6.—30. 8. 2026 everyday from 10.00 to 16.00 continuously every half hour
TRIP TIPS
Tolmin area is a land of living water. Popular Tolmin Gorges, wild ravines of the Trebuša Valley and easily accessible waterfalls Beri and Sopota are just a part of the inexhaustible source of hiking ideas. Visit the Tolminka Valley and the Memorial Church of the Holy Spirit in Javorca - the finest memorial of World War I.
1. TRIP BY TRAIN TO MOST NA SOČI AND BY BUS TO THE TOLMINKA VALLEY
2. TRIP BY TRAIN TO MOST NA SOČI AND FURTHER BY BUS TO MT. KOLOVRAT
Trip by bus to Mt. Kolovrat and return on foot or by bicycle. Visit the World War I Outdoor Museum on Mt. Kolovrat with splendid views of the Soča Valley or the Adriatic Sea. You can return on foot along the long-distance Alpe Adria Trail or by bicycle along the paved road.
The source of the Soča River One of the most beautiful and the cleanest karstic water sources in the Julian Alps is the birthplace of the daughter of mountains, the majestic Soča River. Explore more >
Soča Trail The Soča Trail is a nature trail taking visitors to the Triglav National Park along the Soča river from its source towards Bovec. Explore more >
Zapotok Waterfalls The Suhi potok Stream creates wonderful waterfalls hidden in the embrace of the gable end of the Zadnja Trenta Valley. You can reach and admire them after an hour of easy walking from the cottage at the source of the Soča River. Explore more >
Alpinum Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden Walk through the oldest alpine botanical garden in Slovenia and feel the kingdom of the alpine flora in one spot. Explore more >
Dom Trenta, Museum and TNP Info Centre Visit the Trenta museum and the Triglav National Park Information Centre. Explore more >
DŠ - Operates on weekdays except Saturdays from 1 September 2026 to 24 June 2027. Does not operate during the New Year and May Day school holidays.
DŠP - Operates on weekdays except Saturdays from 26 June to 31 August 2026 and during the New Year and May Day school holidays.
NEP - Operates on Sundays and public holidays.
NEPŠ - Operates on Sundays and on the last day of public holidays. Operates if the following day is a school day (in all regions). Also operates on 31 August 2026.
SO - Operates if the following day is a school day (in all regions).
SONEP2 - Operates on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 25 June 2026 to 31 August 2026.
By train and motorail train along the BOHINJ RAILWAY
(NG)—MOST NA SOČI—PODBRDO—BOHINJ. BISTRICA—BLED—JESENICE—(LJ)
A ride along the Bohinj Railway, one of the most beautiful railway lines in the Alps, is an experience in itself. The line connects Gorenjska with the Soča Valley and runs through the Bohinj Tunnel, across numerous bridges and through the picturesque Bača Valley.
An motorail train also operates between Bohinjska Bistrica, Podbrdo, Most na Soči and Nova Gorica. You can load your car, van, pick-up truck or motorhome onto the motorail train; passengers without a car and cyclists can also travel on it.
Vehicles may be up to 3 metres high and up to 2.4 metres wide. Transport of motorcycles, motor tricycles and mopeds on the motorail train is not permitted.
Due to the limited number of wagons, we recommend arriving at the station in good time. Places are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and vehicle loading at most stations closes 10 minutes before the train departs.
Before travelling, please check the current motorail train timetable and any notices about changes on the line.
Holders of the destination card can use a free return ticket for the passenger train from the following boarding stations:
Most na Soči
Podbrdo
Bohinjska Bistrica
Nomenj
The exit station may be any station on the route towards Nova Gorica or Ljubljana. Each destination card holder is entitled to one return ticket for the selected route.
Holders of the destination card can use a 5% discount on the motorail train ticket (the discount applies to the car + driver ticket price).
A bus connection to Tolmin is organised from Most na Soči railway station. Please check the current bus timetable in the operators’ timetable search engine.
