If you love outdoor activities, the Soča Valley is truly the one spot in Slovenia and the Alps that you must visit. Go on incredible water adventures, kayaking and rafting on the River Soča, discover the intact beauty of canyons and fascinating pools, which inspire fishermen and bathers.

Fans of adrenaline are surely not going to become bored in the Soča Valley. Fly with a paraglider, gather courage to jump from a plane with a parachute, ride the longest zipline in this part of Europe, or raise your heartbeat in one of the many adventure parks.

They say a good day starts with a good morning. Imagine what day lies ahead if you start it by admiring the sunrise from a 2,000-metre high mountain. If you’re an early riser, then make the most of those early morning hours to get to Zadnjiški Ozebnik (2,084 m), where you will be able to wait for the dawn in the complete silence and utter peace of the untameable alpine nature. And if getting up in the middle of the night is not your thing, you can always take an early ride along the highest Slovenian alpine road all the way to the Mangart Saddle (Mangartsko sedlo), where you can relax and enjoy the caresses of the first morning rays of sunlight. And if that is too early, too, you can simply swap the sunrise for a charming sunset.

Our tip: Ask our staff for a picnic basket and blanket, and prepare yourselves an unforgettable breakfast surrounded by Julian peaks. This will give you the necessary energy to get to the top of Mangart (2,679 m).

Starting points and estimated trekking time:
Trenta – Zadnjiški Ozebnik = 4 h 15 min walk
Soča – Mangartsko sedlo = 50 min drive
Mangartsko sedlo – Mangart = 2 h walk

Put down your luggage and take a walk into the past. A mysterious ancient forest will lead you along a narrow path to the abandoned hamlet of Lemovje, which lies on the slope of Bavški Grintavec. Close your eyes and you may just hear the pleasant heartbeat of the village that used to lie in this isolated place. Then open your eyes and let yourself be seduced by the abandoned farms that still reflect the typical local architecture. The deserted grazing areas surrounded by stonewalls, and the remains of the ledges where 50 years ago potatoes were still being grown will reveal to you what life here used to be like. If the beautiful views over the Vrsnik Valley fill you with new energy, do continue to Planina nad Sočo (1,400 m) or to Bavški Grintavec (2,347 m).

Starting points and estimated trekking time:
Soča – Lemovje: 45 minutes
Soča – Planina nad Sočo: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Soča – Bavški Grintavec: 5 hours and 30 minutes

From your apartment take the trail to the Lepena Valley. The trail will take you past the famous Soča basins all the way to the confluence of the Soča river and the Lepenjica stream. Continue along the latter and soon enough you will reach a charming forest path that will lead you to a very special place, the Šunik Water Grove. Walking across the small wooden bridges rising over the emerald pools, you will feel as though you’ve entered a fairyland. Caress the moss-clad stones and let those healing water drops sprinkle your face. The grove is a strong energy juncture that will undoubtedly help you regain your strength.

Starting points and estimated trekking time:
Soča – Šunik Water Grove: 1 h walk
You can find additional information on the Šunik Water Grove here.

The climb to the Vršič pass is among the most demanding alpine bike routes in Slovenia. However, that is exactly why the feeling of victory once you’ve reached the top is that much sweeter. It is said that with each turn that you overcome you get rid of at least one worry. And if any should still linger by the time you’ve reached the top, the wind will surely blow them away on your way down. The best bikers reach the top in less than one hour, while champion Primož Roglič even makes it in half an hour. How long will this majestic climb take you? If you’re worried about the steepness, you can rent en e-bike at Residence Soča, which will make the challenge less demanding even for those who are in less stellar physical shape. Join the biking legends on Vršič.

At dinnertime we invite you to hang out by the fire pit in the Residence Soča garden. Our friendly staff will get you everything you need to prepare a traditional local specialty, “čompas” – potatoes – with locally produced quark (cottage cheese). What better way to end an exciting day of exploring the wild nature than to relax in good company with some authentic traditional food and a glass of excellent wine?