Vintgar Gorge – one of the most popular natural features in Slovenia
Vintgar Gorge is one of the most popular natural features in Slovenia about 4 km north of the town of Bled and contains of Radovna river Valley that surround the high rock walls. Gorge is a popular place for tourists, there are really beautiful natural scenery. Since 1893, there is a wooden walking path through the gorge, which is long 1600 m. The river makes series of rapids and waterfalls. The most popular waterfall is Šum. Next to the waterfall there is a pilgrimage church of St. Catherine. All along the trails there are lots of rest areas with benches and picnic tables.
The entrance to the gorge is paid and a basic adult ticket costs 4 Eur.
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Vintgar is gorgeous, it reminded me of the Canadian Rockies when I backpacked through there.