Soča valley gravel
4.89(83)Soča valley and Julian Alps, SloveniaGravel
Five days riding gravel roads through the Julian Alps, following an emerald river past old war trails and mountain farms.
- Ride beside the emerald Soča, Europe's most colourful river
- Quiet gravel climbs to alpine pastures
- Cheese, wine and plum brandy from mountain farms
- A support van carries your bags and snacks
About the trip
The Soča valley is a gravel rider's dream: smooth white roads, old military tracks and almost no traffic, all beside a river so green it looks painted.
We ride 45 to 70 kilometres a day on gravel bikes with a support van close by. The climbs are long but steady, and there is always a café, a farm or a river beach at the top.
What's included
- Four nights in guesthouses
- Breakfasts and dinners
- Gravel bike hire, or bring your own
- Support van and bag transfers
- Sofia as your guide
Your guide
Sofia Novak
Lead guide, Julian Alps
Sofia was born in the Soča valley and guides hiking, gravel and family trips across the Julian Alps. She studied forestry, so walks with Sofia come with the names of every tree, flower and mushroom along the way.
Meet SofiaDay by day
22 km, 350 m up
Meet in Bovec, fit bikes and ride a short loop to the Virje waterfall.
54 km, 900 m up
Up the valley to the source of the Soča.
62 km, 700 m up
Down river to Kobarid on old war roads, with a swim at the Napoleon bridge.
68 km, 1,200 m up
A ridge ride along the Italian border with views to the Adriatic.
A last coffee in Kobarid and a transfer to Ljubljana.
