Bovec is the capital of Soča Valley in the Littoral region of Slovenia. Spending just a couple of days in this mountain town is not nearly enough to tick off its key tourist destinations. Spend at least a week instead. The town lies in the northwestern area of the country. Bovec may be outside of the capital, but it is the epicentre of adventure-sports fanatics. The natural challenges of its mountains and rivers are the most attractive aspects of Bovec for some. For the rest, the innate beauty of the town is its best quality. We have prepared for you a definitive list of landmarks and activities that we think are the best things to do in Bovec, Slovenia.
1. Go green all the way at Adrenaline-check Eco Place
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To make your adventure in Bovec even more memorable, we recommend booking rooms in the first self-sustainable open-air hostel on the continent. They call it Adrenaline-check Eco Place. They use solar power and recycled materials and hold true with sustainable practices in water utilization and waste management. They have wooden tent houses that can accommodate two to three guests. You won’t have to sleep on rocky ground because they do have proper beds, linen, and pillows. You’d be quite comfy, and if you want to lie down under the stars they have a few hammocks available. The open-air kitchen is fully equipped and is the perfect set-up for a barbecue. Ask about their roster of activities and nearby destinations for adrenaline junkies.
Adrenaline-check Eco Place
Address: Podklopca 4, 5230 Bovec, Slovenia
Website: Adrenaline-check Eco Place
Opening hours: 7am - 10pm (daily)
2. Turn back the clock at Kluže Fortress - Fort Hermann
In the 15th century, Kluže Fortress was built with wood as protection from Turkish invasion. In the 18th, century, when the fort was manned by Austrian soldiers in defence of the French, stone was used to fortify it. The brunt of Napoleon’s force destroyed the fortress in 1797. The current structure emerged from modifications in the 19th century. Still, on the ground where the original fortifications were built in 1472, Kluže Fortress rested between Cave del Predil and Carinthia in the direction of the Predil mountain pass. From Bovec, you have to travel about 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) to reach the majestic landmark. Meanwhile, you can reach Fort Hermann from Kluže Fort on a marked route in less than 30 minutes on foot. Named after Capt. Johann Hermann von Hermannsdorf who commanded it during the Napoleon Wars, the fort was built in 1900 to support Kluže Fortress. The fort is now in ruins, but there are galleries that can be reached by stairs. Fort Hermann was destroyed by the Italians during the First World War and it was never restored.
Kluže Fortress - Fort Hermann
Address: Ravni Laz 16, 5230 Bovec, Slovenia
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)
Price: 3.2 USD
3. Skii across Kanin-Sella Nevea Ski Resort
At Kanin-Sella Nevea Ski Resort easy and intermediate slopes offer fun and challenge on skis at every turn. The Slovenia side of the resort is located in Goriška. Aside from skiing, the resort is also a popular hangout for avid snowboarders. Winter sports areas are located on the slopes averaging about 2,000 metres (6,561 feet) above sea level. Check the website for schedules since it varies depending on weather conditions and local holidays. The website also enumerates ticket prices.
Kanin-Sella Nevea Ski Resort
Address: Dvor 43, 5230 Bovec, Slovenia
Website: Kanin-Sella Nevea Ski Resort
Opening hours: 7:45am - 2pm (daily)
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4. Admire the views of Rombon mountains
While the peak is still a part of the Kanin/Canin group the impressive massif of Rombon is located in Slovenia. Bovec is below the summit on the southern side. You can aspire to the summit Rombon (2,207 metres/ 7,240 feet) if you are a climber or mountaineer. It is an important mountain of the Julian Alps for adventurers. For tourists who’d rather admire the summit from afar, they can still explore the grassy knolls and beech woods at its feet.
Rombon (mountain/summit)
Address: 5231 Log pod Mangartom, Slovenia
5. Immerse in wartime defenses at Outdoor Museum Ravelnik
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You will be doing yourself a favor by commissioning a guided tour through Outdoor Museum Ravelnik. It’s unlike any museum you’ve ever visited. Instead of galleries, you will be walking through a circular route, which is actually a forest trail that will guide you through the first defense line of the Austro-Hungarian army in the First World War. Guided tours tell the story of the Isonzo front, and you will be inspired by the courage and fortitude of the men who were ordered to defend it.
Outdoor Museum Ravelnik
Address: Ravni Laz, 5230 Bovec, Slovenia
Website: Outdoor Museum Ravelnik
6. Go river rafting at Slovenia's Emerald Beauty (from USD 76.0)
The Soča River is known to locals as the “Emerald Beauty.” In Slovenia, it is an ideal place for fishing and kayaking. It is also an absolute paradise for photographers. There is beauty all along its length of 137 kilometers (85.13 miles), from the river’s origins at the foot of the Julian Alps to its mouth in the Adriatic Sea. The Soča River is emerald green because of bedrock particles that are suspended in the water. These particles reflect the green in the spectrum when sunlight hits the water. While in Bovec, you must find the time for rafting and engage in other water sports.
Soča Rafting with a leading local company - since 1989
Duration: 3 hours
7. Visit the gorgeous Boka Waterfall
Boka Waterfall is not too far from the Soča River. The waterfall has two stages, but both are not exceptionally tall. Nevertheless, Slovenians are proud of the Boka’s width and might. The waterfall is truly a sight to behold when the flow reaches its zenith. What starts as a karst spring becomes a sight to behold especially when the ice melts. The falls acts up during the rainy season as well. There is a viewpoint that tourists can reach if they choose to brave an ascent.
Boka Waterfall
Address: Podklopca 3, 5230 Bovec, Slovenia
8. Eat delicious street gourmet at Cuisine of Local Treats
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Cuisine of Local Treats (Kuhnjca lokalnih dobrot) is quite famous for its fish and mushrooms and frika. People rave about the polenta as well. The father-daughter team running the eatery are self-confessed food enthusiasts who cook with local products. They hold the banner for local treats proudly. Their stall at the main square in town is highly recommended. When you finally visit Bovec, you should check out their menu of Lokalne Jedi (local dishes) featuring local mushrooms, local cheeses, potatoes, fish, and lamb.
Cuisine of Local Treats
Address: Main square, Bovec 5230 Slovenia
9. Chug down in-house ale at Thirsty River Brewing bar & rooms
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Thirsty River Brewing is the first microbrewery in Bovec that is truly local. Since 2017, it has been producing ales of varied styles and flavor profiles. Thirsty River Brewing is also a charming hostel, that can accommodate as many as 14 people. Even if you’re not booked there, you can still enjoy a great company in this taproom located at the center of Bovec. Take outdoor seats and pair the available brew with platters of local fare. The service is friendly, and you will definitely cheer up knowing that you’ve found the best deal in town.
Thirsty River Brewing
Address: Trg golobarskih žrtev 46, 5230 Bovec, Slovenia
Opening hours: Mon & Wed - Sat: 3pm - 11pm; Sun: 11am - 7pm (closed on Tue)
10. Sway to the beats at Yurty Bar
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Yurty Bar is the place to be if your idea of a fine time is a chilled beer with good music. Yurty is an outdoor chill-out bar that accepts bookings for picnic spots and parties of all sorts. While on vacation in Bovec, you should set aside time to check out their selection of brews. At Yurty Bar you will experience the most relaxing time you’ll ever have under pleasant Slovenian skies.
Yurty Bar
Address: Vodenca, 5230 Bovec, Slovenia
Opening hours: 5pm - 11pm (daily)
Stay well in charming Bovec
Bovec is a charming little town in the mountains with trails, rivers, and massifs that take your breath away. When it’s time to leave home for a new adventure, remember that Bovec has so much to tell and show you.
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