Biking to Trnovo ob Soči by the Soča river - Trail Guide

biking by the soča river

This circular biking route from Bovec to Trnovo ob Soči follows the beautiful Soča River along both banks, offering a mix of asphalt and gravel paths. Along the way, you’ll find numerous excellent spots for refreshing swimming.

SCENIC CYCLING AND SWIMMING ALONG THE EMERALD SOČA

This popular biking route showcases the stunning Bovec basin and Soča River landscapes. You’ll initially enjoy views of the Kanin, Kanjavec and Triglav mountains and Boka waterfall, then spend most of your time riding alongside the emerald river. The elevated path offers perfect vantage points to watch kayakers and rafters navigating the waters below, while also providing spectacular views of the riverbeds and forests covering the Stol and Polovnik mountain slopes. With its pleasant, accessible terrain, multiple options to shorten your ride, inviting swimming spots, and peaceful meadows to rest on, this trail makes for nice half-day trip.

STARTING POINT & PARKING

You can start the Biking to Trnovo ob Soči trip from anywhere in Bovec, including the Alpicenter Bovec or Vodenca campsites, this route description is based on a start from Čezsoča.

ROUTE DESCRIPTION: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

Cross the bridge and pass through the village of Čezsoča. Continue on the asphalt road to the bridge near Boka waterfall. (Here you have your first option to return to the campsite via the road, shortening the trip to 13.7 km).
To continue, follow the left bank of the Soča. In the village of Log Čezsoški, turn left and shortly after, turn right onto a dirt road.
After about two kilometers, you’ll reach a footbridge across the Soča. (This is your second option to cross early and return to Bovec, making the total trip just under 23 km).
Otherwise, continue along the left bank. The trail becomes rockier here but remains easily rideable. The next bridge is in Trnovo ob Soči.
Cross this bridge and follow the narrow asphalt road climbing through the fields to the main road.
Turn right and follow the main road all the way back to Bovec.

Extra tips

Bring swimming gear for hot summer days.
Easily accessible spots for a dip in the Soča river include the bridge near Boka waterfall, Trnovo, and the Srpenica rafting put-in point.
We recommend a mountain bike for this trip. A gravel bike is suitable for very skilled riders, due to loose gravel surfaces.