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The Soča valley & Bovec
Emerald Soča
The emerald Soča and its valley around Bovec, for rafting, kayaking and gorge walks.
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About The Soča valley & Bovec
Nicknamed the Emerald River, the Soča runs 137 km from a karst spring in Trenta, at the foot of the Julian Alps, through Triglav National Park, famous for its blue-green water and lively upper rapids. Bovec is the valley’s adventure capital: a classic 10 km rafting run goes from near the Boka waterfall to Trnovo ob Soči, and kayaking, canyoning and ziplines on the Kanin slopes add to the thrills. Boating is permitted from 15 March to 31 October. Afterwards, taste Bovec and Tolminc cheeses, both protected, and seek out the Kozjak waterfall near Kobarid.
Our take
- Emerald water
- Rafting and canyoning
- Great Soča Gorge
- Address
- Bovec, the Balkans
- Our city guide
- On our Ljubljana guide
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with The Soča valley & Bovec before you go.
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