THE SOCA VALLEY - The Sunny Side Of The Alps

Snowshoeing in Bovec

2011-12-13T20:23:00.008+01:00

Snow has covered the mountains today. We can hardly wait for it to fall in the valley too. Why? Because this place is beautiful when covered with the thick white blanket. And because we are anxious to get out our skis, skates, sleds and... Snowshoes!

Snowshoeing isn't new. Actually, it's really old.

In the past, snowshoes were essential for anyone who depended on getting around in areas of deep and frequent snowfall. They remain necessary equipment for forest workers and others who must get around on foot when the snow is deep.

Today, snowshoes are mainly used for recreation by hikers and runners who like to practice their sport also in wintertime.

Although the climate of Soča valley is mild, here in the northern part winters are often rich with snowfall. The alpine valleys of Triglav national park are ideal for snowshoeing: peaceful, wild and remote. Trenta, Loška Koritnica, Bavšica are only a few of them.

You can now go snowshoeing in Bovec and the Julian alps with a local guide. He'll give you the gear and show you around. And night snowshoeing is certanly a must-try. You'll be surprised how clear the winter nights are and how bright the stars. It gets dark pretty early anyway, so you might as well go out and do stuff. If you're confident enough, you can rent snowshoes and spend a day in deep snow by yourself. Just be careful out there.

Night snowshoeing

Snowshoeing in Julian alps

Snowshoe trail

Snowshoeing in Bovec, Soca valley

Hiking in Bovec

2011-12-06T18:13:00.002+01:00

...new post, New Year (Soon!) and a new website and guided hiking adventures in Bovec: SOCA HIKING

"Hiking programmes based on your wishes - be it one- or multi-day hikes, easy walking or demanding climbing - always trying to squeeze the best out of each day on the trail. You can simply choose trails to walk or sights to see. We know the valley and the mountains above it very well, so we can warrant a quality service. We provide guiding service for organized groups, individuals, schools and other organisations.

In case you wish to join our guided tours or have other hiking-related questions, please send an email to info@socahiking.com or call: +386 51 301 234."

Hikking in Soča valley

2011-08-22T12:36:00.000+02:00

http://www.facebook.com/pages/POTEPANJA-V-NARAVI/180380565364826

Welcome to Soca valley, apartma Albin

The season is up! Welcome!

2011-04-12T20:37:00.001+02:00

Last minute discounts still possible for available dates in April and June! Welcome!

Lower prices for stays longer than 3 days and larger groups (4 persons minimum) available trough the spring and summer season! Check out apartments Albin `s offer and email us for information! In cooperation with our neighbour apartments in 300 m range, we can accomodate larger groups, up to 30 persons - available for bookings in advance only! Email us for info at info@zaga99.net!

www.zaga99.net

Events in April - Emaus

2011-04-12T20:37:00.000+02:00

XVII. EMAUS

International meeting for lovers of old skiing technique and equipment.

25.4.2011 at 09.00 AM in the Bovec market and continued at 12.00 on the Kanin ski resort

Na lepše - Kanin&Pokljuka

2011-03-11T09:52:00.005+01:00

http://tvslo.si/predvajaj/na-lepse-oddaja-o-turizmu/ava2.99270193/

Get High

2011-03-09T16:34:00.001+01:00

Party at 2204 m:

...more info at www.bovec.si

And welcome to www.zaga99.net

Freeride Battle 2011

2011-03-08T17:19:00.000+01:00

Impressions from Freeride Battle Kanin 2011: http://www.freeridebattle.com/

Apartments Albin Winter Discount!

2011-01-29T22:41:00.002+01:00

Lower prices for stays longer than 3 days and larger groups (4 persons minimum) in February, March and April! Check out apartments Albin and email for offer...

www. zaga99.net

PS: In cooperation with neighbour apartments (in 100-500 m range) we can accomodate larger groups, up to 30-40 persons, close together - for bookings in advance only! Email us for info at info@zaga99.net

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

2010-12-25T13:13:00.003+01:00

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Apartma Albin, Žaga 99, 5230 Bovec, Slovenija,

GSM: +386 (0)31 735 845, Email: info@zaga99.net,

Web: http://www.zaga99.net, Apartma Albin On Facebook

Winter in Soča valley

2010-12-12T16:59:00.001+01:00

Welcome in the Soča valley!

December and NY`s Events in Bovec!

2010-12-07T14:37:00.003+01:00

December and NY`s Events in Bovec:
http://www.bovec.si/events/events_calendar/1293750000/

Slo. version:
http://www.bovec.si/dogodki_in_prireditve/koledar_dogodkov/1293750000/2010113011581819/

Book your stay now!:)

Sledding from Stol (Žaga) Open

2010-12-07T12:41:00.002+01:00

Day & Night ...from Saturday (11.12.2010) on!:)

v.1, v.2

For more info you can also contact info@zaga99.net
and book your stay now!:)

What to do in Bovec (in winter)!?

2010-12-07T01:41:00.010+01:00

Day&night sledding, skiing, play "winter golf" above 1500m, climbing, dog sledding, ice skating... Check out this video (by RTVSlo "Na lepše"):

Bovec Winter from soca walley on Vimeo.

http://tvslo.si/predvajaj/na-lepse-oddaja-o-turizmu/ava2.57347659/00:01:10/0:0:0/

Here are some more ideas in "moving picture":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfG6NJbo4pg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcqYNFik424

...and for history (1.world war: Soška fronta) and nature lovers (Trenta):

http://tvslo.si/predvajaj/na-lepse-oddaja-o-turizmu/ava2.82150418/00:01:11/0:0:0/
http://tvslo.si/predvajaj/vojna-fotografija-spomin-dokumentarni-feljton/ava2.24799471/00:00:09/0:0:0/

Book your stay now!:)

Fantasy Snow Garden

2010-12-02T10:52:00.001+01:00

Fabulous snow park or "Fantasy Snow Garden" will take place from 29 to 30 December in Bovec!
More info here!

And Skii season 2010/2011 in Bovec will probably start 10.-15. 12. when Kanin opens!? Offical info here!

Book your stay until its still free here at discounted rates for longer stays and larger groups!

First snow...

2010-11-27T21:18:00.000+01:00

Winter season has started, new snow is forecast tomorrow!:))

Soča valley

Log Čezsoški

Žaga

Bovec in the past...

2010-11-18T21:05:00.004+01:00

How Bovec looked like back in 1969?

vir: rtvslo

You can see for yourself how it looks now, visit.... :)

Same "shit" more or less, i guess, different times...

LastMinute Discounts

2010-09-01T13:21:00.001+02:00

If still planing a visit to Julian Alps, contact apartma Albin for "last minute summer discount offer" at info@zaga99.net. Few termins in september still available! Low rates start at 12 euro per person/night (and that is LOW! Same as camping rates+electricity)!

www.zaga99.net

Kanin "Just a Little Different"

2010-07-27T20:32:00.002+02:00

SiGHTSeEING III

2010-06-30T22:24:00.001+02:00

...and more at:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bovec-Slovenia/Apartma-Albin/101210609930836?ref=ts&__a=17#!/pages/Bovec-Slovenia/Apartma-Albin/101210609930836

Join us...

2010-06-13T16:44:00.004+02:00

You are welcome to join Apartma Albin group on FaceBook: Apartma Albin Group!
And become a fan: Apartma Albin Fan Page!

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Events In the Soca valley 2010

2010-06-13T12:29:00.005+02:00

A List of events in Bovec area 2010: PDF link

Among other interesting events, coming soon:
18. 6. - 20. 6. WW World Cup Soča 2010, kayak race at Trnovo ob Soči (near Žaga)

...please check for more events:
http://www.bovec.si/mma/Prireditve%20na%20bovskem%202010/20100607152310/

info@zaga99.net

On The Sunny Side OF The Alps - the Movie

2010-06-13T11:35:00.003+02:00

A Slovenian parody by Janez Burger! Short film directed by Janez Burger (Slovenia, 2007). Official selection of the International Film Festival Rotterdam 2008.

"ON THE SUNNY SIDE OF THE ALPS’ used to be the slogan of a promotion campaign of the Slovene Tourist Board which wanted to present Slovenia in the best possible light – as a beautiful subalpine country, full of hospitable and friendly people." However... ...not everything is bright and shinny! There is a "dark side" too... To sum up, a slogan used and abused, by this blog also! What can I say, I`m a Slovenian:)

THE MOVIE:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiUFnyS13qs

SYNOPIS:
"Two typical Slovenian families live in an Alpine idyll, until one of them buys a new car…"

"A film about Slovenia. About a beautiful country where happiness, joy, mutual understanding and tolerance prevail. Nobody ever says anything to hurt anybody. A neighbour is always ready to help his neighbour. Birds sing merrily, red carnations blossom on balconies and there is an inviting smell coming from village kitchens. The sun always shines in this country. The sun also shines from the hearts of the people which makes this country the sunniest in the world. Even sunnier than Africa."

...until one of the neighbours buys a new car or ... :)

http://www.nasoncnistranialp.com/index2.php?L=0

Discounts in June!

2010-06-11T01:50:00.004+02:00

New garden photos up and last minute summer offer for new bookings in June! Up to 40% discount! ...apartma Albin`s ready for the summer season. Have a look on www.zaga99.net or contact apartma Albin for infos!

info@zaga99.net

Things you do at Boka waterfall!:)

2010-05-26T10:44:00.001+02:00

vir: www.biketrial.si

Possibly dangerous sections on Soca river!

2010-04-21T17:23:00.006+02:00

In April kayak and rafting season starts, therefore a notice:

"Due to the heavy autumn rainfall, the flow of the river Soca is changed. In the section Srpenica2-Trnovo1 the main stream of the river now flows directly into sifon, which is part of the river called S. Previously, the main stream flew to the right. Most of the rescue in the past took place also at this point. Therefore, note that in this season, if the case is not resolved, serious accidents can occur."

Take care and say goodbye to the loved ones before you go down the Soca river!:)

Attention!

New deadly syphon on this section.

Directly at the beginning on the left side.

Please watch and be very careful!

When in Soca valley don`t forget to take away your trash and buy a licence for Soca activities...

...www.zaga99.net

2010-03-16T14:11:00.002+01:00

apartma Albin - www.zaga99.net

Sledding

2010-02-16T10:06:00.005+01:00

As the year before, sledding (day and night) for groups is organised on the prepared trail from Stol above Žaga. Organizers lend all the necessary equipment and drive you to the starting point by 4x4 terrain vehicles. Participants do not need a specific background knowledge, just follow the instructions and have fun!

Links:
http://www.bovec-rafting-team.com/

http://popdnevnik.blogspot.com/2009/03/sankanje-stol.html
http://www.primorska.info/novice/2706/sankanje_s_stola
http://www.siol.net/Slovenija/Lokalne_novice/Goriska/2010

Prepared, Ready, Equipped!

2010-01-29T10:36:00.005+01:00

Hike in the Mountains prepared and equipped properly!

...and at least read the guide:) Just some links:

http://www.pzs.si/index.php
http://www.hribi.net/
http://www.sidarta.si/gornistvo.html
http://www.pzs.si/index.php?stran=Trgovina&kat=6

Check out the older entrys for similar info...

Ruins

2010-01-05T13:29:00.008+01:00

Remains Of Yesterday
Tomorrow Will Not Be The Same...

Bovec - Kanin

2010-01-05T11:05:00.004+01:00

LINK to PROMOVIDEO

FOTOs ...just some more winter fun promotion - check out Bovec-Kanin`s Website!

NY`s Wishes

2010-01-04T21:27:00.002+01:00

Happy New Year!

from: The World Through a Viewfinder & anapogacar.com

NY`s&Christmas Floods

2009-12-27T09:48:00.010+01:00

...Christmas day 2009, waiting for the Noe`s arch! It was raining cats and dogs for a couple of days/nights. Bohinj and other areas also suffered from floods and heavy rain. Soča set a new record - in Solkan measured movement of 2247 cubic meters per second. The previous record was ranked 18th October 1961, when the flow reached 2134 cubic meters per second. At Žaga its max was close to 800 cubic meters per second. Defently a "centenary flood"... Global warming thing or just another "shit happens"? I guess the latter - it has happened before, it will happen again - and it sure looks like "more shit" is coming this way in the near future...

Boka

never seen 3 Booka falls...

...5, including these 2 - the caves are connected and run up and down to and through Kanin

Boka from Soča

waterfall again

Boka runing to Soča

Soča at Kobarid

...and almost lake at Žvikar (Bovec-Žaga)

..further down the valley

Some pics from hribi.net! Have a look at youtube...

And Merry Christmass!

Winter Again!

2009-11-03T09:14:00.009+01:00

Kanin-Sella Nevea: The winter sports season begins!

You may not have noticed it yet, but the 2009-10 ski and snowboard season is already under way. New this year: Kanin-Sella Nevea Skii Center! New installations on Kanin and Sella Nevea and new arranged ski slopes link the two resorts. Better start planing your winter activities and booking places to stay, snowing started today!:)

Smučišče KANIN-SELLA NEVEA je prvi mednarodni smučarski center v širši regiji. Z izgradnjo nove žičniške naprave in smučarske proge sta smučišči KANIN in SELLA NEVEA postali eno. Za povezano smučišče KANIN-SELLA NEVEA velja enotna smučarska vozovnica, s katero je mogoč dostop na smučišče tako s slovenske kot z italijanske strani. Povezano smučišče je tudi najvišje smučišče daleč naokoli z dolgo smučarsko sezono vse tja do prvomajskih praznikov.

SMUČARSKE PROGE

Od prog za začetnike do takšnih za svetovni pokal.

Nadmorska višina: od 2.300 -1.140 m
Dolžina prog (smučina): 30 km
Zahtevnost prog:
- lažje – 6 km ,
- srednje - 22 km
- težke -2 km
Površina smučarskih prog; 70 ha

DODATNA PONUDBA NA SMUČIŠČU

- gostinska ponudba (1 x restavracija, 3 x okrepčevalnica, 1 x bar)
- izposoja in servis smuči
- ELAN SKI TEST center
- animacija na smučišču
- šola smučanja
- turno smučanje – zgolj z vodnikom!!
- jadralno padalstvo (vzletišče na smučišču)

DODATNA PONUDBA V DOLINI (BOVEC):

- tek na smučeh: Bovec-3 km, Sella Nevea-2,5 km
- sankanje z okoliških gora (Mangrt, Stol)
- drsanje (v dolini)
- ledeno plezanje (dolina Koritnice)
- krpljanje (zasnežene okoliške doline)

...
- ZABAVA: bar SKRIPI na obnovljenem parkirišču vstopne postaje A Kaninske žičnice.

ATC Kanin
Dvor 43
5230 BOVEC

Tel: 05 389 6003
fax: 05 388 6004
e-mail: kaninski.center@siol.net

http://www.boveckanin.si
http://www.sellanevea.net

Žaga &surroundings

2009-10-10T19:57:00.044+02:00

It can`t be described by words, photos, nor a video - you need to see for yourself, breathe the fresh mountain air and experience the beauty! Views from Žaga and surroundings...

Žaga

Winter View of the Julian Alps, from Žaga

Soča in winter, at Žaga

Žaga from above

Učja

Gostišče pri mostu

Soča

the Soča valley

Krn lake

Stol, Božca

Boka

Učja

Soča at Log Čezsoški, near Žaga

Photo courtesy Valter Rot / taken at different times of the year...
More photo? Check here1, here2 and ...search the blog!

Trenta Valley

2009-10-09T12:55:00.026+02:00

When in Bovec area, visit the Trenta valley. Pictures speak for them self...

Check the "Official Trenta Guide", another description here or visit other numerours descriptions on the web... Use your imagination and google!

...passing by WW1 military cemetery near Bovec

and following the Socha river...

have a trip around the heart of TNP (Triglav National Park) - Trenta and Zadnjica valley! Maybe visit the Trenta museum, Juliana garden, izvir Soče, Vršič, Triglav...

Trenta

Inside the Trenta museum

Juliana botanical garden

Juliana is the first and the only alpine botanical garden in the natural environment on the Slovenian territory. In 1926, it has set up Trieste landowner and merchant Albert Bois de Chesne (1871-1953), friend of Julius Kugy. The garden grows about 600 varieties of plants, some also endemic. Best time to visit in spring and summer (june, july), when most plants flower.

Julius Kugy ejoying the view in Trenta

views from Vršič

See also
TNP Website
Juliana Website
www.bovec.si and Google...

Photo Credits:
Me,Myself&I
V. Rot&"kori"

More amazing fotos of the Julian Alps and Soča valley - here!

Kluže Fortress (nr.2)

2009-10-09T11:08:00.010+02:00

An Insight on the "1313 Society" World War I themed performances!

I already wrote on this subject here.
Plays take place several times daily (mostly weekends) DURING the high tourist season (june, july, august, september)! For "out of the season" events and schedule check out www.kluze.net or Bovec TouristOffice!

Invitation note usually says:
"Invited to attend the 1313 Society`s performance, which may be subject to slightly different way of exploring the daily life of soldiers on the Isonzo front. Plucking teeth, reading long-awaited love letters, fear, care for the wounded... All the soldiers at the front, regardless of nationality, meet with that... In the show, you will also learn some important facts about the First World War.

Welcome to Bovec Kluže fortress, where you laugh to tears!

*****************************************************************

Vabljeni na predstavo društva 1313, ob kateri lahko na malo drugačen način spoznavate vsakdanje življenje vojakov na Soški fronti. Puljenje zob, branje dolgo pričakovanih ljubezenskih pisem, strah, oskrba ranjenca; z vsem tem so se srečevali prav vsi vojaki na fronti, ne glede na narodnost. V predstavi boste spoznali tudi nekaj pomembnih dejstev o prvi svetovni vojni.

Vabljeni v bovško trdnjavo Kluže, kjer se boste nasmejali do solz!"

The part about "laughing to tears" is kind of ironc, taking into account the original purpose of the fortress. But that`s the nature of the showbuisness. And the performance is one of a kind!

audience

after the performance

inside the fortress

Back In Business

2009-10-09T11:04:00.005+02:00

New website - new design on www.bovec.si... Check it out for infos on Bovec area!

Bovec

PS: Pages on the www.bovec.si might have changed, so some links from the articles on Soca Valley Blog to the site might not work.

Bovec town centr - summer 09

www.bovec.si

For Sale!

2009-08-13T00:53:00.046+02:00

Hiking around Bovec!

2009-08-12T12:26:00.012+02:00

Bovec area offers unlimited opportunities for hiking and walks in the unspoiled nature of the Julian Alps, besides climbing, MTB and adrenaline sports... Many routes around of Bovec, Žaga, Srpenica, Loga pod Mangrtom, Soče and Trente are marked, protected, and provide nice views to the streams, waterfalls, quiet forest and a number of alpine flowers and animals that live in this beautiful part of Slovenia. You can find inspiring hiking trails almost anywhere in the valley, so short walks are a guaranteed opportunity! For different hikes, seeightseeing along the valley and mountainiring a car is needed to reach the points of interest and starting points of the hiking trails, but as I said, no matter where you stay, there are walks only minutes away from your location, if you are on foot!
If you would really like to get the most out of your visit to the Soča valley, you will need a car, bike or any other kind of transport! It was posible to get a taxi in Bovec once, I am not sure if still is. However, a better option is to hitchike or catch a bus - be sure to check the schedules!

Your interests and plans for the visit of the Soča valley will probably be unique and different - adrenaline sports, hiking, mountains, sightseeing, fishing... Talking in general here are some quick suggestions what to see, when in the Soča valley:

It is nice to check out and enjoy the vonders at the different parts of the valley - therefore a car is recommended! For example: seeightseeing and visiting the Kluže fortres, Javorca church, Drežnica, Soča at Kobarid and musemu of WWI. If the weather is nice, during the summer I suggest swimming in Nadiža river (near Kobarid) or sunbathing anywhere near Soča river (the temperatures of the Soča are normally below 10 C°; Nadiža gets to around 20 C°)! If you like adrenaline sports you will find tourist-sport offices anywhere in Bovec, it already looks more like a tourist-sport office town/village:) If you like the mountains, you will probably have problems deciding which to climb! Stol, Kanin, Rombon, Krn, Mangart, Triglav...!? Kanin (2587 m) can be accessed by the 6-km-long cable car, you can just relax and enjoy the views at app. 2200m. Mangart and Stol are high accessible with a car. The road to Stol starts near Žaga. You definetly have to see waterfall Boka (also near Žaga) and maybe have a walk around a trail leading above Žaga. Of course you also should not leave out Trenta valley... There are unlimited opportunities on what to do and what to see, so you will have to pick by yourself! Here is a list of some more places and hiking trails worth seeing (most of the pictures are already on the blog):

Loška Koritnica

Bavšica
Lepena
Vrsnik
Zadnjica
Zadnja Trenta / Zapoden
Mangrtska planina
Okolica Bovca
Slap Boka

Potok Sušec / Srpenica

And some suggested marked hiking trails - maps available in Bovec tourist office:
Log pod Mangrtom (L1)

Žaga (S1A)

Zadnjica (T6)

Plužna (B2)
Bavšica (B5b)

... and some guided adventures: hiking in Bovec

Soca Xplosion

2009-08-12T12:01:00.004+02:00

Nothing (or at least not much) to do with Soča, anyway if you are into music, there is a shortcut to enjoy "Soča":

Its time to blow your horns and wave your hands in the air, its carnival time as Producer Pack brings to you another fantastic Exclusive sample pack called Soca Xplosion created by Soca / Calypso producer Eddie Charles.

Producer Pack has announced a new download pack called Soca Xplosion now available for download. This fantastic pack contains 22 construction kits, 148 Drumloops - wav , 133 Drumloop - Rex2 which gives you the essential building blocks to create stunning Soca tunes...

www.producerpack.com

Upcoming Events In Bovec

2009-06-01T19:38:00.004+02:00

What can I say, no free time - few posts, so here is a quick one:

...Just some UPCOMING EVENTS in Bovec area in June:

7. 6. 2009 - Military Fair (WWI antiques) at Kluže fortress (13-13 accompanying events)

13. 6. 2009 - Bovec Trek Race 2009

25-27 .6. 2009 - 6. International Folklore Meeting

...and others, full list at www.bovec.si!

Also: APARTMAJI ALBIN special offer - EXTRA PRICES in June!

Enjoying The Soča River!

2009-05-11T10:05:00.011+02:00

Photo courtesy Tapio Nykänen: Soča

Photo courtesy Tapio Nykänen: Soča paddling

Photo courtesy Tapio Nykänen: Soča sections at "Otona"

Photo courtesy Tapio Nykänen: Apartmaji Albin

Slovenia 2009 from Tuomas Vaarala on Vimeo.

More photos at: http://tanykane.kuvat.fi/kuvat/Soca/

And videos: http://vimeo.com/nordickayaking#4733923

Nordic kayaking: http://www.roimeloo.net/blog2/

Zgodbe Soče - The Soča Stories 2009

2009-04-28T20:52:00.006+02:00

No, this is not about a fairy tale story - it`s about a historic and cultural event, happening in Bovec:

Soča Stories - 2nd and 3rd May, 2009 in the Kluže fortres

Festival weekend in Bovec, where you can learn the local history and traditions and enjoy in the company of creative artistic souls, locals and heritage of Soča Front! Soča Stories are part of the projects in the Soča Valley, which has received the title of the European destinations of excellence!

This year's program and some fotos of the previous years:

2. may:

- PRIGODBE OB SOCI (the Fortress Kluže in Bovec)
Scenic-musical mosaic, and a visit by Marjan Šarca and the Slovenian political summit

3.may:

- THE WALK OF PEACE, the hiking starts in front of KD Bovec at 10:00, through the museum "in nature" Ravelnik, Sv. Lenart and ends at the fortress Kluže

- HERITAGE FAIR (Fortress Kluže 12:00 - 16:00)
Domestic dealers and farmers of Soča Valley will be represented and children will be able to create in the children's workshops.

- FROM FRONT TO DANCING (Fortress Kluže, 13:00)
performance of folklore groups, guided tours around the Fortress, children`s workshops

After the event, on May the 3rd, transport is organized back to Bovec for the hikers.
Welcome to the Stories of Soča!

vir: www.facebook.com & www.bovec.si

Check the full schedule at www.bovec.si ...i know, not really adrenaline going as usual, but some might still find it interesting!

OUTDOORSHOW 2009 - Kobarid

2009-04-23T17:31:00.008+02:00

For all fun&adrenaline seekers:

When: 22-23 May 2009
Where: Kobarid (center and surroundings - Soča river, sky above Kobarid)
What: 4 competitions (4 battles):
- KAYAK CROSS (kayak battle)
- BOULDERING (boulder battle)
- PARAGLIDING SPEED RACE ABOVE KOBARID (paragliding battle)
- MTB DUAL (mountainbike battle)

Money awards: 5600EUR
1400 € for each competition + practical awards

ACRO program (acro show, BASE jumpers from the plane, birdmen and much more...)

Party:
Friday: Zmellkow
Saturday: MI2

Sport equipment trade show.
Organized skydiving in tandem!

More on www.outdoor-show.org

Outdoorshow 2008:

www.youtube.com
www.outdoor-show.org
www.zaga99.net

Most na Soči

2009-04-23T16:57:00.005+02:00

Most na Soči is a town in the Littoral region of Slovenia. The principal natural feature of Most na Soči is its lake. Although artificial, it is the same unique color as the Soča. It gives the town an atmosphere of tranquility and softness and offers many opportunities for recreation.
Most na Soči was named Sveta Lucija ob Soči until 1952. It is located on a rocky crest above the confluence of Soča and Idrijca rivers, near Tolmin. In the past these two riverbeds, deeply carved into the rocky slopes. Due to the nearby Doblar hydro plant, the basins of the river were entirely inundated and below the settlement a vast reservoir was formed, which now attracts both fishermen and visitors, who can stroll along some well-kept panoramic paths.

Most na Soči adrenaline offer:

High diving world cup 08:

Bridge diving:

Lucija boat trip:

...Bungee - Solkan:

www.youtube.com

Noč na jezeru 2009

Petek, 19. junij:
- Nastop skupine AFERA

Sobota, 20. junij:
- Tekmovanje v nočnih skokih z mostu v jezero
- Nastop skupine INSTINKT in ZMELKOOW

Nedelja, 21. junij:
- Predstavitev kulinaričnega rekorda: Največja goveja salama v Sloveniji
- Tekmovanje v nočnih skokih z mostu v jezero
- Nastop skupine ORLEK
- OGNJEMET ob 23 uri

The Summer Season is starting!

2009-04-02T14:26:00.003+02:00

Spring is here! Well, mostly it still feels like winter, but summer is around the corner - and so the winter activities are slowly comming to the end (no worries, still around 600 cm of snow on Kanin), summer fun is gradually starting - This weekend Rafting eurocup 2009!

Once again the summer season is starting and masses of tourists will be crawling the Soca River (from 1.4.2009-31.10.2009 open for kayak)!

...enjoying the scenery, hiking, playing golf!?

Taking some adrenaline action, climbing, exploring...

Visit the Soca valley infos for offers, pricelists and informations!
And make sure where to stay!

www.extremeslovenia.com

2009-04-02T13:36:00.003+02:00

Visit www.extremeslovenia.com and find out about Chalet Soca apartment, located just around the corner, near apartments Albin in Zaga, Bovec!

Copy-pasted from Chalet Soca website:

"The Soca River Valley is an absolute Mecca for all white water, and mountain based sports. Chalet Soca has all this on its doorstep and boast's views of the Soca River and Triglav National Park. Whilst satisfying even the most adventurous, the area's beauty can be appreciated by all! The ski gondola stays open in the summer to access the restaurant and mountain bike park, plus with hundred's of trails, and white water to suit all levels, there really is no better place to visit!"

And I agree! There is no better place... ;)

...and again the offer in Soca valley:

The Winter Experience in the Soca valley!

"Mount Kanin is within a 5 minute drive of Chalet Soca. At over 2000m it's the highest resort in Slovenia and stays open until May! Off piste potential in this resort is vast, whilst on piste there's terrain to suit all levels. Served by 7 lifts Kanin enjoys world-renowned views over the Soca River Valley to the Adriatic Sea. Ski school is available for beginners and off piste guides for more advanced skiers and boarders.

Other ski resorts close by:
Sella Nevea & Tarvisio Italy – 1 hr
Arnoldstein, Austria – 1hr
Kranhjska Gora, Slovenia – 1 hr

We work in partnership with the very best local guides to offer not just accommodation but also the chance to pre book activities or take advantage of one of our Special Deals.

...and what else, oh plenty!

On Piste Ski School (& ski/board rental) available.

Off Piste guiding (min 4 max 12 people per group)

Freeride Clinic 3 day intensive course to improve your off piste technique, safety and mountain awareness.

Igloo trip Totally nuts, overnight bivouac!

Ice climbing From absolute beginners to experienced climber's

Ski touring From half day to 2 day trip completely away from the crowds!

Snowshoeing Day or night trips, an absolute must, very popular!

Sledging Day or night trips, completely bonkers, heaps of fun!

Soca River Spring Kayaking Season starts in March – it’s a must!!!"

The Summer Experience in the Soca valley!

"The Soca River Valley is an absolute Mecca for all white water, and mountain based sports. Chalet Soca has all this on its doorstep and boast's views of the Soca River and Triglav National Park. Whilst satisfying even the most adventurous, the area's beauty can be appreciated by all! The ski gondola stays open in the summer to access the restaurant and mountain bike park, plus with hundred's of trails, and white water to suit all levels, there really is no better place to visit!

Kayaking
Guiding, tuition and equipment rental all available. The river has grades I to V, it truly has something for all levels!

Mountain biking
Gondola access to insane Mountain Bike Park. Guiding, tuition and equipment rental all available, plus loads of trails!

White water rafting An absolute white knuckle, ride - a must for all!!!

Paragliding Exceptional, stunning, tandem or solo!

Canyoning From 2 hours to full day tour, exhilarating,, challenging!

Hydrospeed White water madness ...no boat required!!!

Rock Climbing All levels, full and half day guiding.

Quad bike tours For 1 or 2 day tours. All terrain to the max!

Hiking Loads of it! Half or full day guiding also available.

Sky diving Tandem jumps, 4000m, better believe it...

Horse Riding Full & half day tours.

Plus golf, fishing, tennis and historical tours for a quieter day, and within an hours drive BUNGEE & WINDSURFING!"

"Socha what?"

2009-03-03T17:33:00.003+01:00

You might want to check out travel-book about "Socha"!;) Nice blog!

http://travel-book.blogspot.com

Ski-paradise above Bovec

2009-03-01T22:46:00.014+01:00

Claudio Costerni photo

...again some photos from Kanin, speak for them self:

Bovec, Žaga, Kobarid, Soča... on GoogleEarth!

2009-02-06T08:16:00.052+01:00

The photos are from http://www.panorami o.com and are implemented in GoogleEarth 5 maps, with descriptions of locations and cities! Check out Google Earth! A quick glimpse of the gallerys:

Views around Bovec in Winter

2009-02-04T10:57:00.021+01:00

Bobbbyyyyyyy
Yo&Bev

Kanin
Rozle Bregar

Kanin
Yo&Bev

Kiteing
Yo&Bev

Bovško ponoči
Uroš Zagožen

Bovska dolina
Mac

Zimsko jutro v Bovcu
Darjo Berra

Razgled s Kanina
Jelena Dašič

Pasja vprega v Loški Koritnici

Adrenalinski užitek
Mac

Drsališče Bovec
Mimi Holiday

Kanin
Mac

Kanin ponoči
Darjo Berra

Kanin 13.12.
Ljubo Hrast

Obilno sneženje
Darjo Berra

Bovec on 4.2.2009: http://www.bovec-vreme.si/

...www.bovec.si

Fortress Kluže

2009-02-04T10:56:00.014+01:00

Folowing the road from "Bovec" to "Log pod Mangartom" via "Passo di Predil" you are passing by the cemetery of AO soldiers fallen in "Socha" front and the Kluže fortress a little further along the way! This kind of World War ruins and reminders are very common in the upper Soča vallley, but due to its easily accessed and strategic position, Kluže fortress is amongst the most visited! There are 2 fortresses in that area, the upper and the obviusly-easy-to-see lower one (common named as Kluže fortress), connected by the tunel and stairs! Also, a lot of social and historical events happen in Kluže fortress! For instance "1313" (World War One society in Bovec) holds World War I themed plays there, along the summer season! Check out Kluže fortress website for more infos!

http://www.kluze.net/

Quiksilver Freeride Battle - Kanin

2009-02-03T11:47:00.009+01:00

The Freeride Snow Battle continues! It will take place on Kanin 6th and 7th March. Looooots of snow on Kanin might provide with extra challenges! The type of the competition is supposed to be similar as previous years. ...some extra fun besides the usual winter joy in Bovec!

http://www.freeridebattle.com/

Quiksilver Freeride Battle 2009: March 5th - 8th, 2009

Accompanying events:

BOFF - Bovec Outdoor Film Festival: March 6th, 2009
Party with a concert - Sell Out: March 7th, 2009 http://www.myspace.com/selloutband

More on www.freeridebattle.com

Apartments Albin Special Offer

2009-01-28T18:42:00.006+01:00

Lower prices for stays longer than 3 days or larger groups in February and March! Check out apartments Albin and email for offer...

www. zaga99.net

PS: 20. 5. - The Offer still stands in May, June and September!:)

Sella Nevea Ski Area

2009-01-28T18:01:00.006+01:00

Another ski area, in the direct neigbourhod of Bovec and Kanin - Sella Nevea:

- 20 Km of ski runs
- Bila Pec slope, which hosts every year the Europe Ski Cup
- one of the snowiest locations in the Alps
- connected to Kanin (Bovec) in 2009/2010:
- famous for back country skiing, hiking and caves.

Not as sunny as Kanin, but still amazing sights! I prefer Kanin tracks, but there is more ski area, slopes better for beginers and still fun for experienced skiers! There is a local ski bus available from Bovec to Sella Nevea (30 min) and back, check the tourist office information HERE (www.bovec.si) and Sella Nevea infos:

http://www.sellanevea.net/

Slovenia TravelPhotoBlog

2008-12-27T14:35:00.003+01:00

Surffing, I found this nice Travel Blog of Slovenia and some other beautiful places, too bad it is in Spansih only:

http://luciojmartinez.blogspot.com/search/label/Eslovenia

Happy New Year

2008-12-27T14:27:00.005+01:00

Bovec

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2009!

Winter in Bovec area

2008-12-14T12:17:00.011+01:00

Here are some (old) videos of Bovec area and offers in Winter:

Bovec in Winter

Kanin

http://www.55plus-magazin.net/php/bovec_winter_in_bovec_slowenien,13560,13475.html

http://www.55plus-magazin.net/php/kanin_bei_bovec_schifahren_in_slowenien,13253,13466.html

Winter Fun in Bovec

2008-11-17T22:18:00.015+01:00

Besides the pleasures of Kanin and nearby ski slopes (Sella Nevea), Bovec also offers:

Cross country skiing: The trails are prepared in Bovec and Cezsoca!

Free ice skating, also possible to borrow skates!

Sledding courses down the Mangrt Road, as well as Možnica, the Stol road above Žaga, the Javoršček Road and the road from Lepoč Pasture!

Dog sledding with huskys and malamuts!

...guided winter trip adventures in the outdoors and ice climbing!

Check local tourist organisations (mentioned in the past blogs) and events in Bovec: www.bovec.si! ...besides good food, drink and inside pleasures in saunas, hot baths etc.

And I guess you could find some more...

Check the tourist offers!

Winter Fun - Kanin

2008-10-07T10:19:00.010+02:00

Kanin is the only ski resort in Slovenia with slopes above 2000 m offering lots of sunshine and magnificent views far into the heart of the Jeulian Alps and towards the Mediterranean. In summer, the upper station of the Kanin cable car is the departure point for many attractive hikes: to the peaks of Kanin (2587 m) or Prestreljlenik (2499 m) or Peter Skalar`s hut, which is onlya 40-minute walk away. Check out infos and live webcam at:

vir: www.boveckanin.si

Views Around Žaga - Bovec & surroundings

2008-09-11T12:13:00.008+02:00

Tucked away in Slovenia's northwest corner is one of the country's most interesting areas. As you head upstream along the turquoise Soča River the scenery becomes ever more grandiose. When you tire of admiring the works of nature you can reflect on the works of man by seeking out reminders of the battles that took place here during World War One. The two main settlements in the upper valley are Kobarid and Bovec.

Bovec town centre

...Bovec

It's a good thing Bovec is surrounded by dramatic scenery, as the town itself is rather characterless and less appealing than Kobarid, specialy due to the longggggg renovation after eartquakes (in april, 1998 and in july, 2004) . Every building seems to house an adventure sports agency or a restaurant full of large groups discussing the day's activities. It also seems to attract a lot of motorcyclists. Bovec is definitely the place to come if you are interested in rafting, kayaking, mountaineering, paragliding, or a variety of other mentioned organised activities.

Even if you just want to walk, there are plenty of trails of various lengths and difficulties in the surrounding area, many of them making use of bouncing footbridges to cross rivers. You may catch a glimpse of the Boka Waterfall from the Kobarid-Bovec road, but you can have a closer look by following a trail southwest from Bovec or Žaga. Another trail leads west to Zmuklica, just off the Bovec-Trenta road. At this point the river passes through a narrow ravine of smooth near-white rocks - a lovely spot to relax and watch the kayakers struggling with the currents. Several trails lead northwest to the fortress at Kluže. The higher trails alternate between forest and scree; from the latter there are views across to Svinjak, the pyramidal mountain that dominates Bovec. The rock strata, some of them in an almost vertical position, are clearly visible. The fortress, which was built by the Austrians during the First World War, is in good condition and contains a museum. A short distance uphill through the forest you can find the ruins of another fortress, Fort Hermann.

It is quite possible to enjoy a visit to the Soča Valley without a car, but it requires a bit more planning than other parts of Slovenia. Several daily buses run along the valley from Bovec to Kobarid (30 mins) and Tolmin (45 mins - 1 hour), from where you can continue by bus to Ljubljana or the train station at Most na Soči. At least one daily bus goes all the way from Bovec to Ljubljana (3 - 4 hours).

From November to April the road over the Vršič Pass is closed to all traffic. Bus services over the pass from Bovec to Kranjska Gora via Trenta vary depending on the season. Very roughly, in July and August you should have no trouble doing the trip by bus on any day, while in May-June and September-October you may find a bus running on Saturdays and Sundays. At these times the schedules make it easier to do a day trip from Kranjska Gora to Trenta or Bovec than vice versa.

Good walking/tourist maps of the area are available locally and in Ljubljana bookshops. The 1:25000 "Bovec z okolico" map is particularly useful - it shows six numbered walking trails and five bike trails around Bovec, and points of natural and historical interest are clearly marked.

...around Bovec

a view towards mountains surrounding Trenta

Soča - Zmuklica

Soča - canyoning spots

Soča

at the Bovec airport

Mt. Svinjak

Soča

near Bovec

Herman Fortres

Kluže

Julius Kugy

Soča at Trnovo

Just before the 2nd gorge, known as the Great Soca Gorge (800 meters). One kilometer west of the village Soca. Because it rained the days before, lots of mini waterfalls add their water to the river. A lovely spot.

Another part of the Soca valley. Bovec is in the middle left of the Soca, Cezsoca to the right of the Soca. Taken from the highest spot that can be walked to to see the Boka waterfall.

The Soca valley between Bovec and Kobarid (from NW to SE) on a rainy day. The villages seen are Zaga and Srpenica. Not a very nice picture, but it gives an impression of the region.

The ride up the Vršič pass and down to the Soča river valley is very rewarding. The narrow road winds like a serpent as it climbs to the pass and down to the Soča river and the views on the way and at the pass are breath taking.You can take the short stroll to the sources of the Soča and then drove along its beautiful gorge . At one point one even has a glimpse at the snowy peak of the Triglav.

You have to love places with clean, crystal clear, inviting water, such as the river Soca in Slovenia. It´s famous for its water quality, for endemic fish species, but also for rafting and kayaking. Having similar views from a suspension bridges, I suggest you to take a swim (14°C). Refreshing!:)

Other GALLERYS of Bovec area:
http://socawalley.blogspot.com/2008/07/sightseeing-i.html
http://socawalley.blogspot.com/2008/07/blog-post.html
http://socawalley.blogspot.com/2008/07/home-sweet-home.html
http://socawalley.blogspot.com/2008/08/views-aroun-aga-predstavitev-bovke.html
...

Views Around Žaga - Kobarid & surroundings

2008-09-11T11:40:00.016+02:00

...Kobarid

The town of Kobarid is just a few kilometres from the Italian border, at the point where the Soča emerges from the narrow confines of its upper course and begins to meander through a broader valley. It's a small cluster of flower-bedecked white houses clustered around the elegant belfry of the Church of the Assumption.

If, like me, all your mental images of the First World War involve plains and poppy fields, the Kobarid Museum is an essential stop. For two and a half years the Italian and Austrian/German armies faced each other in the mountains around Kobarid (Caporetto). In addition to the normal hazards of war, they had to deal with the bitterly cold mountain weather and the logistic difficulties of maintaining positions on the crests of mountain ranges. When you see how inaccessible the valley is today, it's hard to grasp the sheer scale of the Soča (Isonzo) front - there were almost a million casualties here. The museum brings the story to life with photographs, charts, and relief displays.

There are a number of marked walking and cycling trains around the town. The 5km Kobarid Historical Trail links some of the main historical and natural sights. It starts at the Italian Ossuary, which is topped by a 17th-century church that was moved here in 1935. A detour from the main trail, signposted to Veliki Rob, takes you to a viewing platform where you can look almost directly down on Kobarid's main square. The main trail leads north past the remains of trenches and observations posts and the ancient archaeological site of Tonočov Grad. After crossing the river via a high footbridge you reach the Kozjak Waterfall. The path returns to Kobarid crossing the arched Napoleon Bridge.

...around Kobarid

...lotts of choices:)

Napoleon`s bridge

Soča

Kobarid

world war one reminder -kostnica Kobarid

Kobarid

...go to Bovec

Buy a licence for Soča activities!

2008-09-11T11:34:00.039+02:00

www.bovec.si

Dear visitors to our magnificent Soča River,

For your information, you must buy a licence before doing any kind of water sport on the Soča River before getting into the water. This has been the regulation for many years; this year, there is also supervisory control over the purchasing of tickets, which means that the licence has to be bought before you start and kept on your person during the trip (or stuck on your raft or mini raft).

You are kindly asked to buy your licences at sales-points (stated below) in order to avoid any inconvenience during the control procedures. At the listed sales-points you will also get a list of access and exit points on the Soča River and degrees of difficulty for different sections of the river.

Please take care of your own safety and the safety of others, and respect nature!

Thank you!

tel.: +386 (0)5 3896 444
fax: +386 (0)5 3896 445
e-pošta: info@bovec.si

SELLING POINTS

BOVEC
centralno prodajno mesto: TIC BOVEC	Trg golobarskih žrtev 8

Aktivni planet d.o.o.	Trg golobarskih žrtev 19
Alpe šport Vančar d.o.o.	Trg golobarskih žrtev 20
ATC Kanin d.o.o. prodajno mesto Kaninski center	Dvor 43
Bar Kaverna, Nives Marka s.p.	Trg golobarskih žrtev 25
Bovec rafting team, Hrovat Adis s.p.	Mala vas 106
Severna obzorja d.o.o. - Outdoor Freaks	Klanc 9a
Soča rafting d.o.o.	Trg golobarskih žrtev 14
Traft d.o.o.	Trg golobarskih žrtev 18
Wes'm d.o.o. - kamp Polovnik	Dvor 22

ČEZSOČA
Prijon kajak center d.o.o.	Čezsoča 12b

SOČA
Kamp Soča, Boštjan Komac s.p.	Soča 8
Penzion Kamp Klin, Zorč Polonca s.p.	Lepena 1

KOBARID
Pozitiv spot športni turizem, Blaž Lužnik s.p.	Markova ulica 2
Kamp Lazar, Edi Lazar s.p.	Gregorčičeva 63
Ustanova Fundacija poti miru v Posočju prodajno mesto TIC Kobarid	Gregorčičeva 8
X-point d.o.o.	Stresova 1

ŽAGA - TRNOVO OB SOČI
Canyon 4 d.o.o.	Trnovo ob Soči 26 a
TOP d.o.o.	Žaga 151

Getting Around Slovenia - INFOS

2008-09-11T10:18:00.007+02:00

WEATHER INFOS:
http://www.bovec-vreme.si/
http://www.vreme-si.com/
http://vreme.zurnal24.si/slovenija/primorska/
http://www.ilmeteo.it/portale/meteo-europa?citta=Bovec&c=21324&g=0
http://www.krtina.com/Napoved/Napoved.asp
http://www.rtvslo.si/

Traffic infos:
http://www.promet.si/

Getting around by CAR
Getting around Slovenia by car, you need to know a few facts: don`t drive on the left, don`t drink and drive and don`t cut the corners! Also, speed limits: 50 km/h, 90 km/h, 130 km/h! And if that still does not change your minds - take a look at some infos and "the new pricelist" ("nov cenik cestno prometnih prekrškov"):

..."the pricelist" and some other infos:
http://www.varnostvprometu.org/

...gas prices, traffic information, etc.:
http://www.amzs.si/

...on higways in Slovenia you need a vignette:
http://www.cestnina.si/

Getting around by BUS
...bus timetabels for Slovenia:
http://www.vozni-red.si/

You can input any two towns to find bus connections between them. Pay attention to the footnotes beneath the schedules as they often contain important information (vozi = runs, ne vozi = does not run, vsak dan = every day, vozi ob delavnikih razen sobote = runs on working days except Saturdays; for more vocabulary including the days of the week see the site's help page).

Ljubljana bus station:
http://www.ap-ljubljana.si/eng/

Infos of avrigo bus company:
http://www.avrigo.si

Ljubljana city public transfer (LPP):
http://www.jh-lj.si/index.php?p=4&l=2

...across Vršič:
http://www.avrigo.si/util/bin.php?id=2007070513172051

Getting around by TRAIN
Slovenske železnice:
http://www.slo-zeleznice.si/en/

5 Suggestions - What To Do, When In Soča valley?

2008-09-10T20:26:00.007+02:00

We have prepared 5 ideas for spending active and diverse holidays in Soca valley...

Rafting or kayaking on the Soča river or canyoning in Sušec
& a picnic by the Soča

Rafting, a downstream trip in a rugged, inflatable rubber boat with a group of people - a very attractive way of experiencing the river`s nature. Participants do not need any prior paddling skills, in a few minutes they get accustomed to the role of a coordinated paddling team, enjoying the adrenaline river...

Canyoning is another way of experiencing nature in an adventurous way. A tour through an untouched chasm offering no view to the outside world, across waterfalls and through pools that fascinate with their crystal clear water...

...a list of sports and tourist agancies! and where to stay!

In winter: skiing on Kanin and night sledding on the Mangart or the Stol Mt.
In summer: exploring one of the numerous walking trails or MTB-ing...

Kanin is the only ski resort in Slovenia, that can boast slopes higher than 2000 m. It is an Alpine ski resort, where the skiing season runs from December through early May. The Kanin ski area is recognised for its sunny location and breathtaking view that stretches from the heart of the Julian ALps to the Adriatic Sea... Ascending the 2000 m high mountain, where you can walk a trail, MTB, hike, visit a mountain lodge, or simply enjoy the beauty of the mountains, is incredibly easy with the cable car. Vistit: www.kanin.si

In the dark, illuminated by torches and headlamps, under the bright stars in the sky above, sleds are rushing through the tranquil winter night.Sledding courses down Mangart road, as well as Možnica, Javoršček Road, Stol near Žaga and the road from Lepoč pasture will satisfy sledders of all tastes.

Biking on Mangart mountain and visiting the Mangart alpine meadow
or the Kanin mountain biking park

Recreational bikers will be blown away by easy, appreciably organized trails with minor elevation changes, while the more experienced will be fascinated by the diverse terrain. At this point, we must again mention the Kanin MTB park, a heaven for mountain biking enthusiasts. If only the workers and keepers here would share the enthusiasm...

Walking trail to Krn Lake

The Bovec area is a paradise for walking trails. Many trails arround Bovec, Srpenica, Žaga, Log pod Mangrtom, Soča and Trenta, that are marked and secured, offer unlimited pleasures of watching the streams and waterfalls, flora and favna, etc., and will fascinate you with their indigenousness and wilderness.

...Krn iz Lepene - potopis! A must see, if do not know how to get on Krn...

Visiting the Ravelnik museum, Kluže fortress
and Kobarid museum or one of the numerous world war one collections...

Military cemeteries, monuments and memorials will remind you of semi-historic times. The ruins of fortresses and bunkers, well perserved "mulatiers" and parts of the front are a reminder that something like that should never happen again. You can also choose to visit private museum collections, already mentioned...

The choice which path you take, is yours!

Soška fronta

2008-09-09T15:55:00.019+02:00

The Isonzo Front - The Walk of Peace

The Walk of Peace interwines the heritage of the Isonzo Front with the natural wonders of the Upper Soča Region. It is also dedicated to the memory of numerous casualties of the First World War.

Javorca; trdnjava Kluže; kostnica Kobarid;

"During the First World War several fronts were opened between the belligerent countries in Europe. After the Italian attack on Austro-Hungary the south-west front was opened, part of which was also the Isonzo Front. The name itself indicates that it ran along the river of Isonzo (Italian name for the Soča), with the greatest part on the present territory of Slovenia. Built along the entire frontline were numerous fortifications, trenches, caves, paths and mule tracks (mulatiere), churches and chapels, field hospitals, telphers, cemeteries and many other constructions. Their remains form an important part of cultural and historical heritage today. In order to preserve this heritage as well as possible, the Slovenian Government adopted a ten-year programme in 2000, named The Soča Region – The Walks of Peace, as a national and international project. The objective of the project is to preserve, restore and present the historical and cultural heritage of the First World War in the area of the Isonzo Front for the study, tourist and educational purposes. The Ustanova »Fundacija Poti miru v Posočju« (»Walks of Peace in the Soča Region Foundation«) was founded to implement the programme. Its activity is directed towards the establishment of a Study Center of the First World War with a history library and documentation center. The two primary objectives are: to gather all the information on the Isonzo Front in one place and to preserve and restore, if necessary, the remains and more important memorials in some sections of the frontline in the Soča region.

Similar projects on the restoration of the frontline are in preparation also on the Italian and Austrian sides and, finally, all the planned projects would be joined on the European level. Thus the whole of the southwest frontline would become a European Park of Memory."

The Isonzo Front

View from the positions on Mt. Čelo over the Bovec basin. The same view today

"When Austro-Hungary declared war on Serbia on 28 July 1914, the First World War began and Europe became an enormous battlefield. It was divided into several fronts, because the two opposing blocks both entered the war. The Central Powers, i.e. Germany, Austro-Hungary, Bulgaria and Turkey on one side, and the Allies, France, Great Britain and Russia on the other. In spite of the tripartite alliance with Austro-Hungary and Germany, Italy remained neutral in the first year of the war. After the London Pact between Italy and the Allies was signed, Italy resigned from the tripartite alliance and declared war on Austro-Hungary on 23 May 1915. On this, the south-west front was opened, six-hundred-kilometers long; it ran from the pass of Stelvio at the contact point of Swiss, Italian and Austrian borders, across Tyrol, the Carnian Alps, and the Soča/Isonzo region to the Adriatic Sea. The ninety-kilometer section of the front running along the Soča from Mt. Rombon to the Adriatic was called the Isonzo Front. The warfare lasted for twenty-nine months in this area and twelve offensives took place during this time. Eleven of them were launched by the Italians, and the twelfth by the joined Austro-Hungarian and German armies.

The First Isonzo battle	(23 June - 7 July 1915)
The Second Isonzo battle	(18 July - 3 August 1915)
The Third Isonzo battle	(18 October - 4 November 1915)
The Fourth Isonzo battle	(10 November - 2 December 1915)
The Fifth Isonzo battle	(11-16 March 1916)
The Sixth Isonzo battle	(4-16 August 1916)
The Seventh Isonzo battle	(13-17 September 1916)
The Eighth Isonzo battle	(9-12 October 1916)
The Ninth Isonzo battle	(31 October - 4 November 1916)
The Tenth Isonzo battle	(12 May - 5 June 1917)
The Eleventh Isonzo battle	(17 August - 12 September 1917)
The Twelfth Isonzo battle	(24-28 October / 9 November 1917)

mt. Ravelnik then and today

The warfare along the Soča ended with the 12th Isonzo battle, which began on 24 October 1917, and resulted in the Austro-Hungarian-German advance towards the Italian inland where the front was stabilized on the Piave river on 9 November 1917. After a year of battles with the Italian army on that front, the Austro-Hungarian monarchy collapsed. The First World War ended with the German surrender on 11 November 1918."

Out door Memorials

"Even before the formation of the Ustanova »Fundacija Poti miru v Posočju« (»Walks of Peace in the Soča Region Foundation«), individual history and tourist societies in the Soča region began to restore and arrange individual sections of the frontline. The Foundation joined the initiatives of these societies and began to arrange six outdoor museums. They are situated at those parts of the frontline where the density of remains is greater and the access is relatively easy.

Čelo hill - Austro-Hungarian gun positions

In order to bring these societies, activities, related to the preservation, restoration and presentation of remains, as close as possible to the requirements of expert services, the Foundation established connections with the Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage and various experts in the field of preservation of cultural heritage.

mt. Ravelnik - Austro-Hungarian first line of defence in the Bovec area

The outdoor museums have not been completely arranged yet. Most of them lie in the mountains, which means that everybody walks in these areas at their own responsibility. Mountaineering clothing and footwear are recommended, and also a hand lamp, because there are caves in all these areas.

Zaprikraj - The first Italian line of defence

Visitors are requested to be respectful to natural and cultural heritage and not to take any remains of the First World War away. Only thus other visitors can also see them. Outdoor museums can also be visited with a guide.

Kolovrat - The third Italian line of defence (“linea d'armata”)

Declared as historical areas by the decree on supplements to the decree on declaring cultural and historical monuments and natural monuments in the area of Tolmin municipality, no. 617-1/90 of 18 May, 1993 (Off. gaz. of Ajdovšèina, Nova Gorica and Tolmin municipalities, no. 6/93) were the areas of Mt.Rombon, the Krn mountains and Mt. Mengore, where strict protection regime is in force. Article 10a of this decree bans investigation, search, damaging or taking away of any material remains of the First World War in all these areas without the prior knowledge and permission of the expert organization or the administrative body of the Republic of Slovenia, responsible for culture."

MUSEUMS AND PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OPEN TO PUBLIC:

Kobariški muzej (The Kobarid Museum)
Gregorčičeva 10, SI-5222 Kobarid, Slovenia
Phone: 00386 (0)5 389 00 00; www.kobariski-muzej.si

Tolminski muzej (The Tolmin Museum)
Mestni trg 4, SI-5220 Tolmin, Slovenia
Phone: 00386 (0)5 381 13 60; www.tol-muzej.si

Mali muzej soške fronte Bovec ,
Miloš Domevšček, Brdo 53, SI-5230 Bovec,
phone: 00386 (0)41 507 445

Muzejska zbirka Iva Ivančiča ,
Ivan Ivančič , Trg Golobarskih žrtev 56, SI-5230 Bovec,
phone: 00386 (0)5 388 62 49

Vojaška zbirka ‘Zbogom orožje' 1915-1917 ,
Sašo Prochazka, Klanc 1, SI-5230 Bovec,
phone: 00386 (0)41 563 453

Muzejska zbirka Stol 1915–1917 ,
Zdravko Marcola, Breginj 5, SI-5223 Breginj,
phone: 00386 (0)5 384 97 87

Etno-vojna zbirka ,
Valentin Mazora, Breginj 81, SI-5223 Breginj,
phone: 00386 (0)5 384 98 06

Zbirka ‘ Boto gnice' ,
Mirko Kurinčič, Drežnica 22a, SI-5222 Kobarid,
phone: 00386 (0)5 384 86 01

Muzejska zbirka Posočje 1915–1917 ,
Ivan Šavli , Idrsko 29, SI-5222 Kobarid,
phone: 00386 (0)5 388 59 53

Muzejska zbirka ‘Poti umika pri Kobaridu 1917' ,
Ivo Krajnik, Stresova ulica 2, SI-5222 Kobarid,
phone: 00386 (0)5 388 53 14

Zbirka 1. svetovne vojne – Alberto Picco ,
Bojan Rustja , Sergeja Mašera 2, SI-5222 Kobarid,
phone: 00386 (0)41 693 049

Muzejska zbirka ‘Kolovrat 1917' ,
Peter Hrast , Livek 5, SI-5222 Kobarid,
phone: 00386 (0)41 289 182

Mali muzej soške fronte Tolminsko mostišče ,
Peter Kogoj, Most na Soči 53, SI-5216 Most na Soči,
phone: 00386 (0)5 388 70 45

Muzejska zbirka na Ligu ,
Jožko Gabrijelčič, Lig 20, SI-5213 Kanal,
phone: 00386 (0)31 586 853

Museo stroico-militare delle “Alpi Giulie” ,
Piazza della Chiesa, I-33012 Cave del Predil (Rabelj), Tarvisio (UD), Italy, phone: 0039 (0)428 648912

http://www.potimiruvposocju.si/
BLOG:http://www.kluze.net

MTB in the Soča valley

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Mountain biking tracks and downhill tracks in Bovec area - lots of them, different types, some easy, some dangerous...

1) Bovec-Plužna-Čezsoča-Bovec
2) Bovec-Kal Koritnica-Čezsoča-Bovec
3) Na sončni strani Bovca
4) Gozdec-planina Krnica
5) Stol
6) Vršič
7) Vrsnik
8) Lepena
9) Zadnjica
10) Izvir Soče
11) Bavšica
12) Predel
13) Možnica
14) Loška Koritnica
15) Mangrt
16) okoli Kanina
17) Polovnik
18) Žaga-LogČezSoški-Prvejk-Žaga
19) Žaga-Čezsoča-Bovec
...
...probably the favourite choice: MTB Park Kanin

...check out the videos: http://www.mtbparkkanin.com/

"This is the only mountain bike park open for mountain bike enthusiasts every single day of the year. The only thing to keep you away from doing a few runs are snowy or rainy days. The Kanin cableway operates every day in June, July, and August and on weekends in May and September. Since Bovec is situated at a relatively low altitude (470 m), it benefits from a strong influence of warm Mediterranean air. Gentle winters allow the use of the park during winter and early spring (March and April), so transportation of bikes to the B station of the cable car is available even during the winter season.

The park is divided into three sections of varying difficulty, so beginners are able to ride around the last and most demanding part on a dirt road. The upper and middle part of the park are suitable for everybody and include several "North shore" style features (ladders, jumps, bridges,.) and several fast and technical sections. The existing park trail is divided into three sections with a dirt road crossing it in two places. If you want to experience the Park in its entirety, you need to climb a bit further from the B station of the cable car on your own power (approx. 10 minutes). The trail is marked with signposts bearing the orange park marker and additional signs marking the more or less demanding variants of the trail. The trail is 4,5 km long and has an altitude difference of 600m.

Mountain biking in the pristine mountains around Bovec is a special experience, as the valley's unique climate allows biking from March to the end of November. We offer guided tours in a radius of 100 km around Bovec, ranging across many different degrees of difficulty and lengths. High-end CULT mountainbikes are available for rent at our office, from regular XC hardtails, full suspension all mountain bikes to freeride rigs. We organize mountain bike technique courses in MTB par Kanin (freeride and downhill). We have a rental fleet of over 20 bikes and all our guides have UCI standardized "Mountain bike instructor" licenses. We also house a bicycle gear shop and service. Equipment: mountain bike, helmet, protection (knee and elbow pads)!"

Information about guided tours, equipment rentals and technical mountainbike courses are available at website: www.outdoorfreaks.si

www.mtbparkkanin.com

Also Check out!:
http://mountminbike.blogspot.com/
http://mountminski.blogspot.com/

Accomodation In the Soca valley

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Between mountains and emerald waters lies a land in which everyone can find something to truly enjoy, even if that is "Laško"! Mighty peaks, sheep and goat pastures, criss-crossed with trails, and enchanting streams, rivers and waterfalls weave together abundant delightful experiences in both winter and summer. Apart from seeing the beautiful nature our valley is embellished with, you can also choose from various recreational activities, culturally historical sites, social events and enjoy the local cuisine. But all that has already been mentioned and will be again further on! So besides other infos below, some promotion and let`s just do a list of some places to stay when in the Bovec area:

APARTMENTS:
Prices in apartments depend on the number of guests, termins, days (nights) staying and discounts...

Apartmaji Albin - 12, located in a peaceful area near Bovec, views of surrounding beauties...
Zaga 99, 5224 Srpenica
Tel.: +386 (0)51 424 790
email: apartma.zaga99@gmail.com
www.zaga99.net

Prices from 12 euros for larger groups, normaly 15 euros per person/night! Depending on the number of persons and termins - send a request on apartma.zaga99@gmail.com and we will send you an offer! If you can find lower prices in our area, let us know and claim that price...

Alpha Center - 8, nice apartments near Kanin ski lifts...
Dvor 41 a, 5230 Bovec
Tel.: +386 (0)5 38 96 016
+386 (0)31 335 235
email: alpha.center@siol.net

Žaga 131 - nice apartments near Bovec...
Žaga 131, 5224 Srpenica
email: peaktours@hotmail.com

Žaga 2 6
Žaga 2, 5224 Žaga
Tel.: + 386 (0)5 3845 694
+ 386 (0)40 510 394
email: danila.zagar@volja.net

Apartmaji Rombon 13
Trg golobarskih žrtev 38, 5230 Bovec
Tel.: +386 (5) 3886 570
+386 (0)51 382 261
email: apart.fabi@siol.net

Apartma Mojca
Klanc 28, 5230 Bovec
Tel.: +386 (0)31 588 854
email: bar.pinkpanter@gmail.com

JoJo Apartmaji
Dvor 5, 5230 Bovec
Tel.: +386 (0)5 3896 470
email: info@joffitours.com

...and more on www.bovec.si

CAMPING:
Camping Trenta - very beautiful camping site, surrounded by the beautiful nature of TNP!
Trenta 60 a, 5232 Soča
Tel.: +386 (0)31 615 966
+386 (0)41 615 966
mail: sergej.bolcina@siol.net

Kamp Triglav - also very beautiful camping site, surrounded by the beautiful nature of TNP!
Trenta 18, 5232 Soča
Tel.: +386 (0)5 388 93 11
+386 (0)31 393 683
www.kravanja.si

Kamp Klin - also also very beautiful camping site, surrounded by the beautiful nature of TNP!
Lepena 1, 5232 Soča
Tel.: +386 (0)5 38 89 513
email: kampklin@siol.net

Kamp Polovnik - camping site near Bovec...
Ledina 8, 5230 Bovec
Tel.: +386 (0)5 38 96 007
email: kamp.polovnik@siol.net

Kamp Trnovo - amping site near Žaga...
Trnovo ob Soči 64 5224 Srpenica
Tel.: +386 (0)5 384 5583
+386 (0)51 319 783
www.kamp-trnovo.sloveniaholidays.com

Kamp Koren - camping site near Kobarid...
Drežniške Ravne 33, 5222 Kobarid
www.kamp-koren.si

...probably I left some out, as I will below:

HOTELS:
Hotel Kanin *** (Bovec)
www.hotel-kanin.co m

Hotel Alp *** (Bovec)
http://www.alp-chandler.si/

Hotel Hvala - Topli val Restaurant (Kobarid)
www.hotelhvala.si

...and many others, like:
www.encijan.com
www.pristava-lepena.com
www.joffitours.com
www.tusi.si

Infos & Offers in the Soca Valley - Sports & Tourist Centers, Restaurants...

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...about sports centers, pubs&restaurants and other Tourist Information in upper Soca valley:

Tourist Information Centre:
TIC BOVEC
Trg golobarskih žrtev 8 (Bovec)
Tel.: +386 (0)5 389 64 44
GSM: 031 388 700
email: info@bovec.si
www.bovec.si

TIC Bovec is the central information office for the upper Soča and Koritnica valleys. It offers information on sporting activities, trips, natural and cultural sights, events and accomodation. It sells licenses for waterbourne activities on Soča, maps, books, tourist guides, and it also organises various events.

TIC KOBARID

LTO Sotocje

Trg svobode 16

5222 Kobarid

T: 05 380 04 90

F: : 05 380 04 91

info.kobarid@lto-sotocje.si

www.dolina-soce.com

TIC Kobarid provides basicly the same informations as TIC BOvec. Information about accomodation, tours as well as local and regional sights. Informations on the Triglav National Park, outdoor sports and World War 1 history programes.

SPORTS CENTRE AND OFFERS:
TOP Extreme
Žaga 151
Tel.: 031 620 636, 041 620 636
www.top.si

Located less than 1 km from Apartman Albin. One of the sports centres with the best offer. Treat yourself to rafting, canyoning, kayaking, hydrospeed, climbing or team building in the unspoilt nature of the Soča valley. The Sports centre also offers picnic places and lodging. The Centre is located by the river SOča, only 5 km from Bovec. It is also the only company organising bungee jumping from the Solkan bridge near Nova Gorica.

Alpin Action
Trnovo ob Soči 26a
Tel.: 041 708 132
www.alpinaction.it

Same offers as elsewhere, may only differ in the price... It also offers horsebackriding along the breathtaking Soča valley.

Avantura
P.P. 45 (Bovec)
Tel.: +386 (0)41 718 317
www.avantura.org

Offers tandem paragliding, canyoning, cave exploring, off road tours, ethnic picnic, sleddin etc.

Aktivni planet
Trg golobarskih žrtev 19 (Bovec)
Tel.: +386 (0)40 639 433
www.aktivniplanet.si

Outdoor Freaks
Klanc 9a (Bovec)
Tel.: 05 389 64 90
www.outdoorfreaks.si

...canynoning, kayaking, mountain biking etc.

MIX SPORT
Trg golobarskih žrtev 18 (Bovec)
Tel: + 386 (0)5 3896 160
GSM: + 386 (0)31 871 991
www.rafting-soca.info

Vančar SPORT
Trg Golobarskih žrtev 20 (Bovec)
Tel.: 00386 (0)5 389 63 50, 041 635 893
www.bovecsport.com

ATC Kanin
www.boveckanin.si

JANEZ LET / Scenic Flights

In the high season there are aircrafts (sport, blanik, skydiving...) present in Bovec airport the whole week, flying all day. After the season, flights are still possible, but you have to make a reservation in advance. "Janez Let" offers scenic flights, pilot training, aircraft renting... They operate from Divača airport and Bovec airport, if you make a reservation. After take off you can see world famous Škocjan caves and the typical karst landscape, including Lipica - the home of the Lipicaner horse. Through the Soča river valley, they can take you to the heart of the Julian Alps with the highest peak, Triglav (2864 m). Also possible flying along the Adriatic coast, where you can view maritime coastal cities...

Tel.: 00386 (0)41 262 726 (Ana)
00386 (0) 31 388 053 (Matej)
www.janezlet.si

Maya outdoor centre
Padlih borcev 1 (Tolmin)
051 312 972
www.maya.s i

Kobarid WW I museum
Gregorčičeva 10 (Kobarid)
041 714 072
www.kobariski-muzej.si

JPD Kanin
www.paragliding-kanin.com/

TRANSFERS
Turistični prevozi / Transfer

Good food and Drink
Ocene restavracij v Posočju

Picerija Špik (Žaga)
http://www.pizzerija-spik.com/

Gostilna in picerija Pri Mostu (Žaga)
http://www.sloveniaholidays.com/pri-mostu

Picerija in špagetarija Jurček (Srpenica)
http://www.geocities.com/gostiscejurcek/

Letni Vrt (Bovec)
http://slo.letni-vrt.com/

Martinov hram (Bovec)
http://www.bovec.si/default.asp?id=406&p=1&cont=0

Stari Kovač (Bovec)
http://www.starikovac.com/si/main.htm

Gostilna Hedvika (Kal Koritnica)
http://www.sloveniaholidays.com/GOSTILNA-HEDVIKA

Topli Val (Kobarid)
http://www.topli-val-sp.si/

Some other INFOS:
www.trenta-soca.si
www.tnp.si
www.zaga99.net

Two Other Pearls Of Slovenia - Karst: Škocijanske Jame & Lipica

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Škocjanske jame

Lipicanci

INFOS:

www.park-skocjanske-jame.si
www.lipica.org

Views Around Žaga - From Below

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Rafting and kayaking is a popular activity, when in the Soča valley! It will take you from ~ 20-50 euros. There are many different tourist sports agencies (wich will be mentioned further on...), you can pick between, as there are many different rafting segments (possible tracks) on the river... You can start in Žaga at the Narnia set and end in Trnovo, or almost anywhere else! But be sure you buy a ticket (permit), if you do it on your own...

Narnia

getting dressed

views from Soča

kayaking

Bled & Bohinj - The Pearls Of The Julian Alps

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Not really in the Soča valley, but just as beautiful, if not more... On the east side of the Julian Alps, lie almost side by side the two pearls of the Julian Alps - lake Bled and lake Bohinj! From Bovec there are two "fast" ways to get there. One is through Log pod Mangartom crossing Predil and then following the signs for Kranjska Gora, Jesenice, Bled, Bohinj. The other one, I suggest, is through the beautifull Trenta valley, passing Vršič (1611 m) mountain pass, and then through Kranjska Gora...but not a good option in the winter. Both take about 2-3 hours or more, depending on the trafic and pit stops.

map of the area

trdnjava Kluže

Following the road passing Predil you would probably want to make a stop at "trdnjava Kluže", world war ruins, Log pod Mangartom, Strmec, Mangart, Predil pass and Rabeljsko jezero (some photos at SeightSeeing I)... Following the road over Vršič defently stop at Trenta, probably vistit the Trenta museum, Soča source, Zadnjica valley, small troughs of river Soča, Mlinarica troughs, Alpinum Juliana (Alpin botanical garden), Vršič...

Trenta

Soča source in Trenta valley

views from Vršič

Vršič (1611 m)

chapel, a memorial to Russian solders

population of Vršič

Planica

and Finally - Bled:

a view on the island from the castle

lake Bled

...getting there takes you from ~ 10 euros on

...you can chill out in the resort and lunch on the castle

rowing on the lake

one of the hotels

resort

...take a walk around the lake

...or jump in it!

Bled

...and Bohinj:

Another half of hour from Bled lies Bohinj lake!

...also a place to chill out and take a sun bath or even wind surf!

...take a walk, paraglide or climb...

Savica

Soča`s sister

lake Bohinj

INFOS:

www.bovec.si
www.trenta-soca.si
www.tnp.si

Tourist Information Centre Bled:
tel.: +386 (0)4 574 11 22
www.bled.si

Tourist Information Centre Bohinj:
tel.: +386 (0)4 574 60 10
www.bohinj.si
http://www.bohinj-info.com/blog/

Views Around Žaga - From Above

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Views of tandem paragliding (from Stol): ...for ~ 100 euros one can take a paraglding trip from Stol (or other paragliding takeoff places, which I will try to describe besides other adrenaline sports offers further more in the future) and enjoy the view!

takeoff from Stol

views from above

Žaga

Soča valley

and landing near Kobarid

Slovenia Summits

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115 Summits with 300 meters or greater prominence

Views Around Žaga - Bovško

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Promocijski video Bovške doline:

(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiAq3njdCAQ)

Views Around Žaga - Stol (1673 m)

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Following the road from Žaga to Italy, just before the "old" border one can find a mountain road on the left side of the main road. The macadam road leads to Božca farm. It is reachable by car (walking takes you from 4-6 h), but after extreme weather conditions the road can be pretty messed up! Nowadays it is used mostly by paragliders and mountain bikers, so prepare for company on the road, now and then. On the top, the macadam road slopes downward, towards Breginj. From here the peak of Stol is reachable by foot. It can take you 20 min walk, if you are in a good form.

Stol (1673 m)

Božca and the descending road

the Soča valley view

grass eating being

Soča and LogČezsoški

grass eating being

dolina Soče

the Alps

view from the road

photoshop art

360° panorama from Stol (1673 m):

http://www.zaga99.net/stol/b2.html

Other links:
http://pohribih.blogspot.com/2007/07/kobariki-stol-1673-m.html
http://www.siol.net/avtomoto/izleti/2007/11/volvo_xc70_kobariski_stol.aspx
http://tabla.mtb.si/gallery/album1968
http://www.pzs.si/forum/viewtopic.php?p=4517