Vintgar Gorge, Canyon near Bled, Slovenia
Vintgar Gorge is a canyon near Bled featuring wooden walkways that run along steep limestone walls for about 1.6 kilometers. The Radovna River flows through narrow passages below, having carved these formations over thousands of years.
Local photographer Viktor Gombach discovered the gorge in 1891, which led to the construction of a public pathway two years later. This opening made it accessible to visitors and established it as a destination in the region.
The name Vintgar comes from the German word Weingarten, meaning wine garden, referencing the wine-glass shape of certain limestone sections. This distinctive form shapes how visitors experience the narrow passages as they walk through.
Arrive early in the morning to avoid crowds, as the narrow pathways can get busy during peak times. Wear sturdy shoes with good grip, as the wooden walkways can be slippery, especially in wet or damp conditions.
More than 600 plant species grow within the gorge walls, creating a specialized microclimate that supports rare plants found nowhere else nearby. This ecosystem makes it a notable place for nature observers to explore.
Location: Municipality of Gorje
Location: Municipality of Jesenice
Location: Municipality of Bled
Fee: Yes
Charge: 10 EUR
Operator: Turistično društvo Gorje
Address: Podhom 80, 4247 Podhom, Slovenia
Opening Hours: April 19-May 26: Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00; May 27-June 23: Monday-Sunday 08:00-18:00; June 24 -August 15: Monday-Sunday 07:30-19:00; August 16-September 10: Monday-Sunday 08:00-18:00; September 11-October 8: Monday-Sunday 08:00-17:00; October 9-October 10: Monday-Sunday 09:00-16:00
Website: https://vintgar.si/vintgar-gorge
GPS coordinates: 46.39472,14.08722
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04
Slovenia covers some 7,800 square miles (20,000 square kilometers) between the Alps and the Adriatic, offering a concentration of different landscapes from the Julian Alps to the coast. The karst caves of Postojna and Škocjan rank among Europe's most extensive underground systems, while lakes such as Bled and Bohinj sit in glacial valleys. Medieval fortifications like Predjama Castle, built into a cliff face, and Ljubljana Old Town with its preserved architecture document the region's history. Triglav National Park encompasses Slovenia's highest mountain range and provides hiking routes through valleys like Soča, passes such as Vršič, and plateaus including Velika Planina. The Adriatic coastal town of Piran preserves Venetian architecture, while smaller places like Ptuj show Roman and medieval remains. Waterfalls such as Savica and Peričnik, springs like Zelenci, and gorges including Vintgar and Tolmin demonstrate the variety of Slovenian natural landscapes between mountains and Mediterranean.
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