Top 5 Waterfalls in Triglav National Park
Best sights of the Triglav National Park
Slovenia is full of natural wonders and waterfalls are most certainly amazing. It is not the question whether you should visit, but which one to visit first, as they truly are breathtaking. We’ve made a selection of Top 5 waterfalls worth visiting in the Triglav National Park and the Julian Alps on our doorstep.
Upper Peričnik waterfall with passage behind it
Savica Waterfall in Bohinj
The Savica Waterfall in Komarča wall is one of the most visited sights in Bohinj.
Savica Waterfall
Water is falling 78 meters into a gorgeous pool surrounded with rocks and continuing towards Lake Bohinj. In summer mornings the light hits the waterfall at a perfect angle to create a rainbow around it. Best time to visit waterfall Savica in all its glory is spring, when snow is still melting or after a heavy rainfall, preferably in the early morning - not only to beat the crowds but to seize the best light.
Waterfall Savica trail map
Access:
From the starting point - Koča pri Savici mountain hut - a beautifully maintained trail leads to the waterfall. The ascent of 553 steps will take you to the waterfall in about twenty minutes of walking through the forest. In between, benches are available to relax and enjoy the views. Waterfall vista point also offers stunning views to Lake Bohinj and beyond.
Easy and safe hiking trail
Hiking time: 20 mins
Ascent over 553 steps
Entry fee: 3 €
Peričnik Waterfall in Vrata valley
One of the most breathtaking sights you will ever witness in Triglav National Park lies in Vrata Valley.
Lower Peričnik Waterfall in the autumn surrounded by colourful trees
Frozen Peričnik Waterfall in the winter
Peričnik Waterfall is located in the heart of the glacial valley Vrata, the Peričnik waterfall makes up for a great hike or bike trip opportunity. Although it has car parking available close by, one still has to ascend a rather steep path to reach the perfect vista point.
One of the unique characteristics of the Peričnik waterfall is that you can go round and right behind the waterfall, which is not something you can experience every day, especially with a majestic waterfall such as the Peričnik giant. The terrain around and behind the waterfall is is wet and slippery, so make sure you have good hiking shoes. If you feel like you want to explore further, there is in fact another smaller waterfall above the big (and most popular) one.
Peričnik falls are great a place to visit whole year round. In the autumn, mixed forest around the waterfall creates spectaular pallete of colours, so make sure you don’t forget your camera. In the winter, the water might freeze and create breathtaking (but deadly to stand under) curtain of icicles. It is obviously very slippery and care should be taken to have proper equipment and knowledge to use it.
Peričnik Waterfall in Vrata Valley
Access:
Start in the village Mojstrana and follow Triglavska Bistrica Trail which leads along the river bank through forest. After easy 1 hour hike, you will arrive to the hut named Koča pri Peričniku. You are able to see the waterfall from the road right by the hut, however, it is definitely worth hiking 10 minutes and taking a closer look.
With bicycle (bike rent available in Mojstrana), follow the road for 4 kilometres to arrive to the same spot as above, park your bike and hike up.
Height: 52 meters (lower) & 16 meters (upper)
Hiking time: 1 hour 10 mins
Biking distance: 4 km
Kozjak Waterfall in Soča Valley
Emerald waterfall surrounded by dark stone walls hidden in the gorge near Kobarid in the Soča valley.
Hidden gem of the Soča Valley
Triglav National Park holds many breathtaking natural sights. One of them is fairly close to Kobarid. In a marvelous gorge the Kozjak stream makes its way all the way to the Soča river. There is a waterfall surrounded by dark stone walls, partially covered with moss. It is lit by a narrow opening at the top which only lets a few rays of sunlight to shine through for a while during the entire day. The Kozjak Waterfall itself is 15 meters high and looks like the ones from a fairytale. It is believed to be the most beautiful waterfall in Slovenia. Perfect sight to visit during the hot summer days, as the cold water and gorge make up for a refreshing and cool atmosphere.
Access:
Coming from Kobarid head towards Drežnica, cross the Napoleon’s bridge and turn left. You will find a parking on the right side of the road. Well maintained path will first take you by the Soča River, through forest and a over a few tiny bridges. After about half an hour hike, you should arrive to the wooden terrace above the pool of crystal clear emerald water by the waterfall. The hike is easy and is suitable for families with children as well. There is an entry fee of €5,00
Kozjak waterfall in winter time.
Kozjak Waterfall hiking map
Martuljek Waterfall
Water flowing from under the wildest peaks of Slovenia create the spectacular Martuljek Waterfalls.
Lower Martuljek Waterfall
Mount Špik above the Martuljek Waterfalls
Access:
There are two waterfalls under the majestic triangular peak of Špik Mountain.
The Upper Martuljek Waterfall is especially spectacular, as it descends in three levels over 110 meters of vertical wall. However the path upper fall is difficult and therefore only suitable for well-equipped mountaineers!
The Lower Martuljek Waterfall falls over the 50 meters and is easily accessible from Gozd Martuljek. From the parking follow the biking path first and then turn right into the forest. You will soon arrive to the the charcoal pile where you can learn how they used to make coal in the past from the infoboards. From there on, nicely routed hiking path takes you through the 400 meters long and narrow Martuljek gorge. Water cut itself a way through the limestone and created breathtaking scenery. Ascent over some steps and soon you will arrive to the terrace in front of the lower waterfall. The hike takes 30 minutes. Best time to visit is in the spring as the snow is melting in the mountains and powering the waterfall.
Lower Martuljek Waterfall
Hiking path to Martuljek Waterfall
Path through the gorge to the Martuljek Waterfall
Mostnica Waterfall
At the end od Voje Valley on the northeastern side of Lake Bohinj lies the Mostnica Waterfall.
Mostnica Waterfall flows into a lovely pool
Mostnica Waterfall hiking map
Mostnica waterfall is known by many names. Some call it Mostnica Waterfall, others Voje Waterfall, however it can also be heard as Šum Waterfall. Flowing from under the mountains named Tosc and Ablanca. Visiting Voje Valley, Mostnica gorge and Waterfall Mostnica is a great hiking or biking day trip.
Access:
Leave your can at paid parking in Stara Fužina and follow the signs towards Voje Valley. Going with bike via gravel road or by foot through Mostnica Gorge (fees apply). After 1 hour and 20 minutes of walking, you will arrive to the hut (Okrepčevalnica Slap Voje) near the waterfall where you can get some local food and drinks. Continuing by the stream it takes additional 10 minutes to reach the 21 meters high Mostnica (Voje) Waterfall.
Mostnica Gorge as seen from the very edge.