Portraits of mountains, waterfalls, happenings and people - offered in English and Slovene.
Meeting Mountains want to tell stories that doesn’t otherwise get told. We dare to turn the stones that have been untouched for a long time. Curious foreigners may get an insight into local customs, hidden gems and special characters of the Soča Valley.
The author of the blog is local journalist Katja Humar - born and raised in the valley. She is passionate about painting articles with her colourful words, expressions and images and we are very grateful to have her on board.
Read more about Katja or read her work below!
How Meeting Mountains Planned 11 Days in Slovenia for a Dutch Couple
In this blog post you can read a day-by-day report of what active, cultural, natural and culinary experiences we selected for a Dutch couple who asked us to plan their 11 day trip.
Bridging over the Soča valley
Many people visit the Soča Valley because of its pristine nature, gastronomy, and all the outdoor activities it has to offer. But this time, we will talk about bridges that were built across the valley, and at the end, you might soon discover that bridges are a story in themselves. They allow you to see the valley from various perspectives.
Where did all the mice come from?
Miha Mihelic, Biologist, sat down with us to explain why there are so many mice in the Soča Valley in 2021, and if there’s anything to be worried about.
Od kod vse te miši?
Miha Mihelic, Biologist, sat down with us to explain why there are so many mice in the Soča Valley in 2021, and if there’s anything to be worried about.
Reflections of a 'lake'
Most na Soči is a cute little town located on a rocky crest above the confluence of the Soča and Idrijca river. At the heart of it lies an emerald lake, which is one of the town’s focal points. But many visitors don't realize that the ‘lake’, as it appears today, is a modern touch to the natural landscape. So what secrets lie below the tranquil poetic on the surface?
7 ways to get wet in the Soča Valley
River adventures are a fun way to explore and gain a fresh perspective of the stunning valley. Whether you’re in for an adrenaline kick or you prefer a chill day on the lake, Soča Valley has it all. To make your decision easier here's a list of seven fun ways to get yourself wet in the Soča Valley.
5 Reasons to Visit Soča Valley (Slovenia) This Summer
The Soča Valley is a price awarded hidden gem. Here’s five reasons to visit this heaven on earth.
5 razlogov za obisk doline Soče to poletje
5 razlogov za obisk doline Soče to poletje. Hvala!
The buzzing sounds of Slovenia
The colours, the smell, the gentle warmth. It is peaceful and cosy on the flower meadows and for a second it seems like heaven. But if you listen very closely the lively bird song is joined by the buzzing rhythm of the insect world. Spring has arrived in Slovenia and Carniola bees are in full swing performing their bee dance.
What is Slovenian Food? Here are 4 Traditional Soča Valley Dishes
Home to magnificent peaks, deep canyons, waterfalls, and the outstanding Soča river, the valley is a real treat! If you love food and you are seeking an authentic experience, you are in the right place. From Trenta to Nova Gorica, the Soča Valley region hosts some of the best fine dining places in the country, but let’s start where it all began – in the mountains.
Toni, the Brazilian from Bovec
Toni Demarco is a Brazilian watersport guide who landed in the Soča Valley and stayed. If there is an adventure going on, he is never far.
Boka waterfall: The beauty and The beast
Mirror, mirror on the wall, which is the mightiest of them all? If we are talking about the Soča Valley’s waterfall selection, Boka is the obvious answer. The waterfall is an impressive introduction to the Bovec valley, visible from the road connecting Kobarid to Bovec. Embedded into a rock wall, with its magnificent flow, and a vertical drop, the waterfall stimulates one’s imagination and hits the adventure nerve. No wonder there are so many stories built up around it.
The story of the partisan printery in the woods
Any news from the woods? A story of how a partisan print house hidden deep in the Zadlaščica valley used to print illegal press during the WW2.
Soča Valley News Dec 2020
Headlines:
-Online market offers Slovenian vegetables to Bovec
-Log pod Mangartom develop their ski area
-Municipality of Tolmin offers youth chance to suggest use of budget
-Zero waste project initiated in Soča Valley
On top of Svinjak; searching for pigs in the pigsty
Standing guard above Bovec is a picturesque green pyramid, a mountain called Svinjak. Its spiky form really ties the Bovec valley together and brings a wild edge to this tiny mountain town. The mountain offers numerous photo opportunities for tourists visiting Bovec.