Šum waterfall

If you want to find a good spot for meditation in nature, the Šum waterfall which is located in the Triglav National Park could be perfect for you. This 22 meters high waterfall is the highest waterfall in Slovenia and is one of the three river waterfalls in Slovenia, hidden in a narrow valley in the enchanting forest of Vintgar Gorge. The waterfall falls down to a deep and clean pool. Although the waterfall has water all through the year, most water can be seen in spring and autumn, when it rains more than in other seasons. Especially in autumn, when the leaves turn red, the waterfall and its surrounding forest become a literal paradise.

The Šum waterfall can be viewed from a wooden bridge and a wooden platform below the waterfall. This spot will give you the chance to see the waterfall from a bird's perspective, which is a very unique way to witness a waterfall's beauty. After visiting the waterfall you can walk through Vintgar Gorge and view the galleries and other natural beauties along the trail. Especially, this waterfall is an ancient hidden gem with a healing hot thermal spring. Therefore, you can also follow the educational trail which leads through the forest to the ancient Roman thermal bath. The thermal spring has about 20°C and two small basins were built in 1954 for treatment of the rheumatism patients.

Location: Blejska Dobrava, Slovenia