Guided tours along the Walk of Peace

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foto: Tamino Petelinšek
The pilgrimage-historical jewel of the Tolmin area
Take a walk through the forest, admire the beauties of nature, enjoy the panoramic view, learn about the heritage
of the Isonzo Front, take a boat trip on the lake aboard the “Lucija”.
The Way of the Cross by M. Rupnik
and the pilgrimage church of the
Holy Virgin's Name
Visit the church of the Holy Virgin with paintings by
Tone Kralj and his wife Mara Kralj on Mengore hill,
which has been closely related to the destiny of the
people in the Tolmin area and the Upper Soča region
ever since the 14th century. Ottoman inroads, plagues
of locusts, poor harvests due to droughts, earthquakes
and other natural and historical disasters drove people to
seek protection of the Holy Virgin. Visit the rally place
of Tolmin peasant rebels, where they planned their fight
for the old justice. In 1932, stations of the Way of the
Cross in the form of chapels were built along the path
to Mengore hill, but were later pulled down. Nowadays,
they again attract visitors – with scenes of the Way of the
Cross executed in mosaic by the painter Marko Rupnik.
The Tolmin peasant revolt
Try and explore the great Tolmin peasant revolt, which
was the last major one on the Slovenian territory. It
began in 1713 as a revolt against the increased state taxes
on the sale of meat and wine. Since the peasants were unable to pay, the debt collector, named Bandel, had some
of them imprisoned in Gorizia. This triggered a wave of
reactions among the peasants, which eventually resulted
in this famous peasant revolt. Learn about the cruel fate
of the rebels who were after the suppression of the revolt
either executed or jailed, and many other were imposed
penalties.
A boat trip aboard the “Lucija”
A boat trip aboard the “Lucija” on the river Soča, which
is dammed to form a bluish-green accumulation lake
near Most na Soči, is an additional attraction of the tour.
During the calm trip the captain will provide for a good
atmosphere and tell you a local legend with an almost
happy end. The boat trip is possible in any weather
condition except in case of the storm north-east wind
(bora). You can also have a lunch on the boat.
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Tour duration: 4,5 – 6 hours
Difficulty: Undemanding
General price for guided tour:
25 eur/hour for a group of up to 30 persons
The First World War
outdoor museum Mengore
The hill of Mengore (453 m) was part of the Tolmin
bridgehead in the time of the Isonzo Front, and the
Austro-Hungarian first line of defence ran across it. Today, an outdoor museum is arranged here. Listen to the
stories about the life of soldiers on the Isonzo Front and
take a walk along the circular path past numerous caves,
memorials, a water reservoir, remains of cabins and the
onetime military cemetery, all to the pilgrimage church
of the Holy Virgin's Name on the top of the hill.
foto: Tomaž Ovčak
A hidden nook in the Triglav National Park
Enjoy the beauties of unspoiled nature, breathe the fresh mountain air, learn about the history
of the Isonzo Front, find out the cheese-making secrets and listen to the stories about the already
forgotten resourceful shepherds.
The mountain pasture of Polog
At the end of May, farmers drive their herds and
flocks from the valleys up to the mountains and the
mountain pastures in the Upper Soča Region come
to life. The traditional cheese- and curd making starts.
Of the former seventy mountain pastures only twenty
are still active nowadays. Try and find out the cheesemaking secrets on the mountain pasture of Polog and
taste the cheese named Tolminc. Let the stories of
the herdsman Ludvik take you to the times which, in
spite of poverty and shortage, abounded in fun and
adventures. In the vicinity, there is also the source of
the Tolminka which is worth seeing particularly in
the time of a greater water amount.
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Tour duration: 3 – 5 hours
foto: Janko Humar, LTO Sotočje
Fortifications at Polog
On signing the Treaty of Rapallo in 1920, Italy annexed the west part of the Slovenian territory, which
later, until 1947, fell under different authorities. In the
Upper Soča Region, along the border with the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes, the Kingdom of
Italy began to construct a system of fortifications and
barracks. At the well-preserved combat block at Polog,
which is also an entrance to the multi-level fortification, you are invited to examine a system of long and
branched tunnels.
foto: JŽeljko Cimprič
The memorial church of the Holy Spirit at
Javorca plateau
It was constructed in the time of the Isonzo Front by
the hands of Austro-Hungarian soldiers and funded
by their donations in order to preserve the memory
of their fallen comrades. During the War, a holy mass
was celebrated every Sunday and the church was
visited in harmony by all, the Catholics, the Protestants, the Orthodox, the Jews, the Muslims and even
by the atheists, since they had a chance there to forget
the horrors of war for a short spell of time at least. Try
and discover on your own that the church, situated
in the exceptional natural scenery of the Julian Alps,
is not only a unique artistic monument but a symbol
of harmony and peace. It was assigned the European
Heritage Label in 2007.
foto: Marko Razpet
Inspiring proximity of the majestic Mt. Krn
Enjoy the magnificent view, breathe the fresh mountain air and admire the beauties of unspoiled nature, have a
taste of life on the mountain pasture, learn about the heritage of the Isonzo Front.
The Triglav National Park
Take a walk through the Triglav National Park, which
apart from the Krn range also encompasses two valleys in the Upper Soča Region, i.e. Trenta and Lepena,
then the Tolmin gorge, where it reaches the lowest
altitude, the ecological village of Čadrg, and the
Tolmin–Bohinj mountains. It belongs to the oldest
and the most beautiful European natural parks. The
village Trenta hosts the Information center of the
Triglav National Park and the museum.
The First World War outdoor
museum Zaprikraj
The well fortified onetime Italian line in the Krn
range offers an insight into the organization of Italian
defence. Take a walk along the well preserved and
partly restored trenches, explore the caves and have a
brief look at the life of soldiers on the Isonzo Front.
The outdoor museum Zaprikraj (1259 m) is located
within the Triglav National Park area and in the vicinity of still living mountain pastures. In addition to
the history of the First World War it also offers many
trekking pleasures in the beautiful, unspoiled nature.
The village of Drežnica
Visit the picturesque village under Mt. Krn which
has been twice declared the most beautiful mountain
place in Slovenia. It is also noted for its very beautiful and big parish pilgrimage church of the Sacred
Heart of Jesus, which was built in 1912. A restored
water mill near the village is open to visitors, there
are also two wonderful waterfalls and the Koseška
korita gorge. Drežnica is also typical for its carnival
with wooden masks, a custom which in a genuine way
continues a very ancient tradition.
Private museum collection of the
First World War
There are several enthusiasts in the Soča Region who
have collected the remains of the Isonzo Front for
many years and staged rich museum collections in
their homes. Take a close look at a variety of objects
and listen to the stories of oral tradition which are
willingly told by the collectors, supported by their
extensive knowledge.
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Tour duration: 6 – 7 hours
Difficulty: Undemanding/medium demanding
foto: Tadej Koren
foto: Srdjan Živulović
foto: Tomaž Ovčak
Historical trekking tour to Mt. Mrzli vrh
Enjoy the panoramic view, breathe the fresh mountain air and admire the beauties of nature, have a taste of life on
the high-mountain pasture and learn about the heritage of the Isonzo Front.
Mountain pastures
There are numerous mountain pastures in the Upper
Soča Region; sheep graze on those of the Bovec area,
and cows on those of the Tolmin and Kobarid areas.
These mountain pastures come to life in summertime.
Farmers drive their herds and flocks from the valleys
up to the mountains and the old, traditional cheeseand curd making starts. In the vicinity of Mt. Mrzli
vrh, you can get some insight into cheese-making
secrets on the mountain pastures of Pretovč, Sleme
and Polog.
The memorial church of the Holy Spirit at
Javorca plateau
It was constructed in the time of the Isonzo Front by
the hands of Austro-Hungarian soldiers and funded
by their donations in order to preserve the memory
of their fallen comrades. During the War, a holy mass
was celebrated every Sunday and the church was
visited in harmony by all, the Catholics, the Protestants, the Orthodox, the Jews, the Muslims and even
by the atheists, since they had a chance there to forget
the horrors of war for a short spell of time at least. Try
and discover on your own that the church, situated
in the exceptional natural scenery of the Julian Alps,
is not only a unique artistic monument but a symbol
of harmony and peace. It was assigned the European
Heritage Label in 2007.
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Tour duration: 7 hours
Difficulty: Undemanding/medium demanding
foto: Peter Kelih
The First World War outdoor museum
Mrzli vrh
During the ascent to Mt. Mrzli vrh (1359 m) the
trekkers move amidst the remains of the Italian and
the Austro-Hungarian first lines of defence. The slope
of Mt. Mrzli vrh was the bloodiest battlefield of the
Upper Soča Region in the First World War. The ridge
is crisscrossed with numerous trenches and caves. In
one of the Austro-Hungarian caves you can still see
the altar which was erected by the Hungarian soldiers.
foto: Željko Cimprič
Discovering the past of the historical place of Kobarid
The Kobarid Museum, the Kobarid Historical Trail, the archaeological site of Tonocov grad, the Museum of
Alpine-dairy cheesemaking in the Dairy Planika.
The Kobarid Museum
The museum offers to visitors a most extensive account of the Isonzo Front and the mountain warfare
in the Julian Alps and of the Twelfth Isonzo Battle,
named also the Battle of Kobarid. It was awarded the
highest Slovenian award for museums – the Valvasor
Prize – and the Council of Europe Museum Prize.
The Kobarid Historical Trail
The five kilometers long trail combines historical,
archaeological and natural points of interest in the
surroundings of Kobarid and is suitable for any visitor. The historical heritage along the trail ranges from
prehistorical times to the period after the Second
World War; certainly the most important periods
to be met are the time of the migration of Barbaric
tribes, the Napoleonic military campaigns and the
time of the Great War and its aftermath. From among
the natural beauties, the gorge of the emerald Soča
and the Kozjak fall are the most magnificent.
and during the period of the migration of peoples.
The settlement, built at the end of the 5th century,
had more than twenty residential houses and several
churches. The rich finds rank Tonocov grad among
the best preserved late-antiquity settlements located
on higher altitudes in the East Alps.
Museum of Alpine-dairy cheesemaking in
the Dairy Planika
Presented in this historical-ethnological collection
is the heritage of Alpine pasturing and alps and the
tradition of cheese-making in the Soča Region. The
central part of the collection features an alp abode,
with all the required equipment for cheese making
on the alps, and a fifteen-minute film which vividly
presents the work and life on the alps in the past and
in the present as well as the processing of milk into
cheese and other dairy products in the present
Dairy Planika.
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Tour duration: 6 to 6.5 hours
The archaeological site of Tonocov grad
Tonocov grad is a rocky hill above the Soča near
Kobarid. Having natural protection, the location was
settled for long centuries. Tonocov grad played the
most important role from the 4th to the 6th century
The Kolovrat outdoor history classroom
The First World War Outdoor Museum Kolovrat, the story of Erwin Rommel, the story of Ernest Hemingway,
the panoramic view, flora and fauna, ornithology.
Flora and fauna on the Kolovrat range
On the sunny slopes, which drain to the Nadiža river
basin, several plant species grow which demonstrate
the sub-Mediterranean influence and concurrently
the proximity of the Julian Alps. Especially during
the migration seasons, i.e. spring and late autumn, the
Kolovrat range is also suitable for birdwatching.
Listening to and watching birds in the
area of Kobariško blato
The area of Kobariško blato belongs to the ecological
network of Natura 2000. From the viewpoint of landscape it is exceptionally diverse and it is an important
nesting area of different birds. The unique nesting area
of grey heron adds a special feature to this place.
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Tour duration: 2.5 to 3 hours
The First World War Outdoor
Museum Kolovrat
Within the framework of its third line of defence the
Italian army built a whole system of defence- and gun
positions and observation posts on the Kolovrat range.
Part of the positions on the slope of the hill Na gradu
(1115 m) were restored and arranged as an outdoor
museum. Opening from the ridge of the Kolovrat
range is an exceptional view over the onetime battlefield of the Isonzo Front from Mt. Kanin, over the Krn
range to Mt. Sveta Gora; in the opposite direction, the
view reaches over the Friuli-Venezia Giulia all to the
Adriatic sea. All the time a visitor has a feeling that he/
she stands on a privileged vantage point, at the contact
of two completely different worlds, which, however,
are strongly interdependent and bound to interact. The
state border, which for centuries ran along these ridges
and shaped the destiny of local population, did not
only separate the people from either side but also connected them due to their common culture, mere survival and the proverbial disobedience to remote centres
of political and economic power. Therefore even the
smugglers or contrabanders, who were quite numerous
in the mountainous world, can be taken as transferors
of culture and different lifestyles, since this is the area
of the contact of two large cultural systems – the Slavic
and the Romance.

Guided tours along the Walk of Peace

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