About The Soca River
The Soca River is a 138-kilometre long river that starts its journey in the Trenta valley in the heart of the Triglav National Park in northwestern Slovenia and eventually flows into the Adriatic Sea in northeastern Italy. With its crystal clear, emerald-aquamarine water, it is considered as one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe.
The river attracts nature lovers, photographers and water sports enthusiasts from all over the world and it truly is one of the most amazing creations that nature has to offer. No words can do this extraordinary river justice so we’ll leave it up to the pictures to do the talking.
Soca River Photo Gallery
A beautiful picture gallery containing 40 high resolution Soca River photos, taken either by professional photographers or amateur photo enthusiasts!
The emerald Soca river at the town of Most Na Soci, where it is slow and steady and great for boating. (photo: Gregor Kacin)
Kanal Ob Soci is a lovely small medieval town situated mostly on the left bank of the Soca River. Image by Johann Jaritz / CC BY-SA 3.0
In summer, the locals and visitors in Kanal Ob Soci go straight to the river to swim, sunbathe and relax. It is quite a unique sight. Image by TravelingOtter / CC BY 2.0
The 17-metre-high bridge across the Soca river in Kanal Ob Soci was built after the First World War, when it replaced a bridge which was destroyed by the Austrian army during the war. The first bridge at this location was constructed by the Romans and was first mentioned in 1350. (photo: Gregor Kacin)
The Soca River runs through Nova Gorica, a modern city built after the Second World War on the border with Italy. Image by Johann Jaritz / CC BY-SA 3.0
The Great Soca Gorge is one of the most stunning natural wonders in the Triglav Natural Park. The gorge is 750 meters long, 15 meters deep and at its narrowest section less than two meters wide. It’s a great place to visit for nature lovers and an amazing spot for nature photographers. Image by Vicente Villamón / CC BY-SA 2.0
The Napoleon Bridge over the Soca River near the town of Kobarid was built in 1750. It got its name because Napoleon and his army marched across it on their way to the Predel mountain pass. During the First World War it was destroyed, but later rebuilt. Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
The Napoleon Bridge offers beautiful views of the aquamarine Soca River from both sides. Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
And this is the view of the aquamarine Soca River from the southern side of the Napoleon Bridge. Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
The Solkan Bridge over the Soca River near the city of Nova Gorica was built in the beginning of the 20th century, between 1900 and 1905, and officially opened in 1906. It’s a 220-metre arch bridge and with an arch span of 85 metres, it is the longest stone bridge among train bridges built of stone blocks. Image by Johann Jaritz / CC BY-SA 3.0
Another view of the Solkan Bridge over the Soca River. Who would expect the longest stone arch bridge in the world to be located in such a beautiful area? Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
You can see the Solkan Bridge from several points but most fascinating sight is to go on one of the hills that surround the bridge where you can appreciate its might from an elevated position. Image by Miran Hladnik / CC BY-SA 2.5 si
The mountains surrounding the Soca river and all the history going back to the First World War make this place very special. Image by MarcusObal / CC BY-SA 3.0
Different sections of the Soca river are very different, the water colors and the rocks are different. It’s just wonderful to drive along the river and stop and relax and take photographs. Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
The Soca river has more then 20 suspension footbridges to walk over to the other side. Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
At some sections, Soca’s colour is like a sparkling emerald. Image by DariusZero / CC BY-SA 2.0
The Soca River is considered by many as one of the best fishing spots in central Europe. Image by MihaV / CC BY 2.0
Soca is also known for a very rare species of fish that lives in its crystal-clear waters – the marble trout, known also as the Soca trout. Endemic to the Adriatic watershed, the marble trout can only be found in a few rivers that flow into the Adriatic Sea, and Soca is one of its most important habitats. Image by Peter Burgess / CC BY 2.0
Kayaking and canoeing are perfect on this amazing crystal clear river. Image by ipogeoceltico / CC BY 2.0
If you are planning to visit the Soca River then white water rafting is a must. Image by malenki / CC BY-SA 3.0
Even during a hot day in high summer, the water is usually only about 21 degrees Celsius, but that doesn’t stop locals from swimming in the Soca River. Image by Erik / CC BY 2.0
Taking a dive into the river is great fun but must be extra careful. Image by Johann Jaritz / CC BY-SA 3.0
The water in the river is crystal clear and cold. Image by Erik / CC BY 2.0
Along the river the scenery is beautiful, lots of lots of mountains and valleys. Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
Soca at its beginnings in the heart of the Julian Alps. Image by niksnut / CC BY-SA 2.0
The crystal-clear Soca River at Trenta, a picturesque alpine valley in the heart of the Triglav National Park. Image by Erik / CC BY 2.0
One of the bridges across the Soca River in the Trenta valley. Image by Erik / CC BY 2.0
The Soca River near its source in the Trenta valley. Image by Zairon / CC BY-SA 4.0
The beautiful Soca River at its very beginnings where the stream emerges from a cave and immediately hurls itself over a waterfall. (photo: Miroslav Asanin)
The Soca River in the immediate vicinity of its source where it emerges from a cave at an elevation of 1,050 meters. Image by Erik / CC BY 2.0
A beautiful winter morning at the Soca river. Image by Mihael Grmek / CC BY-SA 3.0
Autumn along the Soca River looks so beautiful and picturesque. Image by Bernhard Latzko / CC BY-ND 2.0
There is a lovely little road that goes along the Soca river bank and through very scenic areas and small villages. Driving along the beautiful Soca river is a wonderful experience. Image by Kaja Avberšek / CC BY 2.0
The 609-metre high Sabotin ridge near the town of Nova Gorica offers great views of the Soca River and the surrounding mountains. Image by T137 / CC BY-SA 3.0
A beautiful aerial view of the Soca River at the town of Most Na Soci in western Slovenia. There’s no better way to see this stunning river than from the sky. Image by Dosi Fabio / CC BY-SA 3.0
A beautiful view to the south on the Soca River from the Ossuary Of Italian Soldiers who fell during the First World War. The ossuary is arranged at the Church of St. Anthony of Padua above the town of Kobarid. Image by Lokiseinchef / CC BY 3.0
Slovenia’s most water abundant waterfall Boka is located not far away from the Soca valley. (photo: Miroslav Asanin)
From high up above, the world is a breathtakingly beautiful place. This stunning view of the Soca Valley is from the 1,653-metre high Svinjak mountain rising north of the town of Bovec. Image by Jan Kühn / CC BY-SA 4.0
The Soca Valley is beautiful, even if it’s the end of winter and the nature is still sleeping. In the summer when everything is green and full of life, it’s crazy gorgeous. (photo: Ales Krivec)
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