Soča Gorge – Soča Gorge loop from Smast

Slovenia

Goriška

Kobarid

Soča Gorge – Soča Gorge loop from Smast

Moderate

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Soča Gorge – Soča Gorge loop from Smast

01:12

16.2km

320m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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After 6.52 km for 277 m

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5.27 km

View of Napoleon Bridge

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A classic historic bridge, very well preserved or renovated. Combined with the eroded gorge and the emerald-colored waters of the Soca, the bridge's value increases. All in all, it's a free tourist attraction.

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5.37 km

Napoleon Bridge over the Soča River near Kobarid

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The old Napoleon Bridge was built in 1750, gaining its name from when Napoleon's troops marched across it to get to Predel Pass. It was later destroyed in WWI by …

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5.40 km

Napoleon Bridge over the Soča Gorge

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This extremely photogenic bridge crosses the Soča near Kobarid over a narrow rocky channel. The transition at this point has always been important. Only a few places along the raging …

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5.40 km

Soča Gorge

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1750 was the old stone Napoleon bridge with only a bridge arch. On the bridge, Napoleon's troops marched towards Predel, hence the name.

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5.41 km

Soča Gorge

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The bridge has a long history and is known as the Napoleon Bridge:

"In 1616 the Venetians tore down the old wooden bridge. In 1750 the old stone Napoleon Bridge …

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6.48 km

Soca Suspension Bridge

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This is finally a suspension bridge to my liking.

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11.2 km

Türkis

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The colors of the Soca always attract attention.

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12.6 km

View of the Julian Alps

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Even in October, the Julian Alps unfold their charm. Cyclists ride steadily uphill on well-maintained trails toward the Soca and Vrsic Passes, or other worthwhile destinations. Let's go.

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