The most beautiful walks by the water and on water trails

Water trails of the Kamnik and Savinja Alps

With a total length of 190 km and 11 legs, this trail could even be classified as a long-distance trail. Along the way, you’ll discover crystal-clear rivers, lakes, springs, streams, and waterfalls emerging from the heart of the Alpine landscape.

The Soča Trail

One of the most picturesque trails in the Triglav National Park, the 28 km long Soča Trail, leads you along the emerald River Soča, from its source to the town of Bovec.

The Triglavska Bistrica Trail

The 10 km long trail from Mojstrana to Vrata Valley takes you along the left bank of the Triglavska Bistrica Stream to the beautiful world at the foot of Mt Triglav. On the way, make sure to stop at the Peričnik Waterfall.

The path along the Sava

Follow the River Sava along the fishing trails just south of Radovljica and learn about the life and features of the river in an interactive way. The five-kilometre-long trail is great for a family outing.

Grabnarica Educational Water Trail

A pleasant walk along the Grabnarica Stream in Lipnica Valley to the Count’s Lake through the forest, across meadows, with wonderful views of the Karavanke Alps and the Julian Alps.

The trail to the Lovrenc Lakes

The circular trail to the highest moor in Slovenia takes you through the Pohorje forests to 20 lakes, among which you can walk on small wooden paths.

The trail to Lake Črno Jezero

The peat bogs and forests of Pohorje hide another water gem that you can walk to – Lake Črno Jezero (or Black Lake). You can reach it from both the Maribor Pohorje and Zreče Pohorje.

The Oplotnica Gorge Educational Trail

The narrow Oplotnica Gorge with its lively stream was once home to 30 mills and sawmills. The 3-kilometre circular trail reveals this heritage and offers a pleasant walk in nature.

The footpath along the River Savinja

A journey along the River Savinja in the vicinity of Ljubno is actually a journey through the ethnological heritage of the area. The trail is 10 km long, but you can extend it by another 10 km.

The Educational Zreče Water Trail

A walk among the water sources of the Pohorje Hills near Zreče reveals a natural and cultural heritage associated with water, such as mills, wells, a blacksmith’s forge, and a spa.

Jezernik’s Trail on Rogla

Follow in the footsteps of Jezernik, a mythical waterman who lives on Rogla. On this 5 km long adventure, you will find little mills by the stream and search for gold nuggets.

The path along the fairytale Lobnica Stream

The 10-kilometre-long trail along the Lobnica Stream takes you past Pohorje’s primeval forest and leads you to the Veliki Šumik Waterfall, among other places.

The Črna na Koroškem Water Trail

The water trail in the surroundings of Črna na Koroškem reveals the richness of the water resources in the Koroška Region. Along the 14 km trail, you will discover rivers and streams, beautiful waterfalls, and troughs.

The trail along the River Idrijca

From the old village centre of Spodnja Idrija, follow the trail along the River Idrijca. The trail follows the left bank of the river and, over its length of 3 km, introduces visitors to local cultural and natural features.

Trail along the River Iška – Okljuk

The Iška is a river with three faces. Its exciting journey takes it through the wild Iška Vintgar Gorge, through the fertile Iška Vršaj (alluvial fan), and the wet Ljubljana Marshes. Get to know its character on a 13 km long trail.

From Lebica Cave to the River Krupa

On this 13 km route, you will discover the River Krupa and the areas surrounding it in the Bela Krajina region. Among the attractions along the way are three small karst caves. The hike will take you about 4 hours.

Temple of Lintvern the Dragon

Go on an adventure into the gorge of the Bela Stream, which springs from a dragon temple and has miraculous powers. But the stream is fickle, sometimes it’s there, sometimes it’s not. Discover its mystery on a 2 km long trail.

The Marsh Pixies Trail to Mali Plac

Discover the realm of the marsh pixies in the forests of the Ljubljana Marshes, where everything is rustling, babbling, and chirping. On the 3 km long trail, challenges await you to help Bevki the Tortoise undo the pixies’ spell.

Kostrivnica Tourist Water Trail

Rogaška Slatina is best known for its mineral water Donat, but the surrounding area has many water sources, which you can explore, in part, on the Kostrivnica Water Trail.

The Four Waterfalls Trail

This discovery hike reveals the hidden but still magnificent waterfalls in the Mt Bohor area of the Posavje region. The 13 km circular route from Jablance is suitable for more advanced hikers but is perfect for a refreshing day trip.

Posavje water trails

Discover the water trails in Posavje. You can take the 17 km long educational Grabnarica Trail along the Grabnarica Stream to its mouth where it flows into the Sava, or the shorter, 3 km long Bistrica ob Sotli Water Trail.

A walk around Lake Šmartinsko Jezero

Lake Šmartinsko Jezero is a green haven where Celje locals can do sports or relax. Join them on a walk around the lake and get to know the ecosystems around it.

The path along the River Mura (Tišina)

The 7.5-kilometre walk along the River Mura runs from the Petanjci Bridge to the ponds at Gradišče and onwards to the ferry boat in Krog. The trail is sandy and there are benches along the way for resting.

The Temenica Trail

The 6 km trail along the basin of Dolenjska’s largest river, the Temenica, between Mirna Peč and Zijalo, reveals, among other things, the connection between the local people and the river in the past and today.

The Drvošec Trail

Although it mostly runs through a forest, the Drvošec Trail reveals the secrets of the intermittent Lake Cerknica. The trail is approximately 4 km long in one direction.

Water Treasure Trail

Visit this 12 km long trail and discover the riches of the Škocjan Caves Regional Park and the stunning karst phenomena where water has played a major role.

The Strunjan Footpath

Walk along the edge of the highest cliff in the eastern Adriatic and through the landscape park by the salt pans. The 12 km long trail is accompanied by the soothing scent of the sea and beautiful views.

The Rakov Škocjan Educational Trail

Visit a stunning karst valley formed by the collapse of the ceiling of a karst cave. The River Rak flows through Rakov Škocjan, providing a pleasant freshness. The circular route is 6 km long.

The Path of the Heart

The trail in the inland areas near Koper will get your blood pumping and fill you with fresh energy, not least because you’ll pass by Lake Vaganel and the Morigla Waterfall.

Educational trail along the River Vipava

The River Vipava feeds the valley of the same name and had a very special and unique delta-like source. Follow it on a 46 km long trail and get to know the rich flora and fauna along the river.

The Trail of Springs

Do you know which tributaries fill Lake Cerknica with water? The Trail of Springs will reveal the answer to this question and bring you closer to life around the lake.

A water trail in the countryside

Izola’s springs were once the only source of water in the inland areas of the Slovenian coast. Now, you can visit them on a 14 km long trail around Korte.

The Seča Footpath

The sea, forma viva, the aroma of salt – these are just a few of the reasons why it’s worth spending a good two hours on the Seča Footpath, slightly removed from the bustling town of Portorož.