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Canyon · Tolmin, Goriška
Tolmin Gorges
The Tolminka and Zadlaščica gorges, the lowest point of Triglav National Park, with the confluence of the two rivers, a thermal spring, the Bear’s Head rock and the Devil’s Bridge, 60 meters above the water.
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About Tolmin Gorges
The Tolmin Gorges (Tolminska korita) lie north of the town, where the Tolminka and the Zadlaščica run between narrow limestone walls and meet. The confluence, at about 180 meters elevation, is the lowest point of Triglav National Park and its southernmost entrance.
A roughly 2 km circuit, with steps and footbridges, runs through both gorges. In the Tolminka the gorge is so narrow that you see the sky through a slit, and in a small cave next to the water a thermal spring of about 20 °C emerges, visible when the river is low. In the Zadlaščica a triangular rock became wedged between the walls above the water and is called the Bear’s Head (Medvedova glava).
Above, the Devil’s Bridge (Hudičev most), built in 1907 and later reinforced, crosses the Tolminka at about 60 meters height. Nearby, Zadlaška cave, also called Dante’s cave, can be viewed from the entrance. The Zadlaščica is a sanctuary for marble trout.
The gorges are open from spring to autumn, with paid admission, and close in winter.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From one hour to an hour and a half for the complete circuit.
Best time
In the morning, before tour groups, or late afternoon on hot days, when the gorges are cool. They usually open from April to October; check the exact dates.
How to get there
About 2 km from Tolmin center, on the road to Zatolmin, with parking next to the entrance. On foot, about 30 minutes from the center.
Tip
Wear shoes with grippy soles: there are many wet stone steps. Do the whole circuit and finish at the Devil’s Bridge to see the gorge from above.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Tolmin Gorges
When do the Tolmin gorges open?
Generally from April to October, with paid entrance. In winter they are closed.
What is the Tolmin Bear’s Head?
A large triangular rock lodged between the walls of the Zadlaščica gorge, above the water.
How high is the Devil’s Bridge in Tolmin?
It spans the Tolminka River at about 60 meters above the water.