Seen und Wasserfälle in Bohinj

Lakes and Waterfalls of Bohinj

The Bohinj Valley in the Julian Alps contains some of Slovenia's most significant water features. Lake Bohinj, the country's largest permanent lake, serves as the central landmark. Within the Triglav National Park, the Savica Waterfall drops 78 meters from a karst spring. Higher elevations in the Triglav Lakes Valley host alpine waters like Black Lake and Green Lake. The area also features the Mostnica Gorge with its terminal waterfall and the Grmečica waterfall near Nomenj, known for its deep pools and karst character.

Lakes and Waterfalls of Bohinj — Karte

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Lake Bohinj

Lake Bohinj, covering 318 hectares, is the largest permanent lake in Slovenia.

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B

Savica Waterfall

A 78-meter-high double waterfall fed by a karst spring, located within a national park. The waterfall is linked hydrologically to a nearby lake and is known for its natural and cultural significance.

C

Black Lake

Black Lake is the lowest-lying lake in the Triglav Lakes Valley, part of the Julian Alps in Slovenia.

D

Mostnica

A 21-meter waterfall located at the upper end of the Voje Valley, marking the end of the Mostnica Gorge.

E

Grmecica

A 7-meter waterfall near the village of Nomenj, featuring a deep pool and karst rock formations.

F

Zeleno jezero

An alpine lake in the Triglav Lakes Valley situated at 1,988 meters, named for the green tint caused by algae.

G

Jezero pod Vršaki

A high-altitude karst lake located in the Triglav Lakes Valley beneath the Vršaki peaks.