Trnovo Ob Soci Bouldering

Trnovo is the largest bouldering area in Slovenia with over 1,000 boulder problems located along the River Soča near the village of Trnovo ob Soči in Western Slovenia. The bouldering is located on the edges of the river, in beach areas, and in forests close to the river.


In total there are 8 different bouldering sectors located on either side of the river offering a variety of styles on good quality limestone rock. The rock by the river is smooth, water polished, white limestone. Whilst the rock in the forests is rougher and tends to be grey and white in colour. Overall, the bouldering ranges from slabs to overhangs, with lots of slopers, small crimps and pockets.


With over 1,000 boulder problems at Trnovo there is something for everyone. The grades start at FB3’s suitable for beginners and children, along with many problems that are suitable for the mid-grade climbers. The strongest climbers will find problems up to FB8b, along with some un-finished projects.


Trnovo Bouldering logistics and Beta

What bouldering guidebooks is available for Trnovo?
The Trnovo Ob Soči Bouldering Guidebook is the comprehensive guidebook covering over 1,000 bouldering problems across a wide range of grades (Fb3’s to FB8b).


When is the best time of the year to boulder at Trnovo?
 It is possible to boulder all year round, though the best time to boulder at Trnovo is in the spring and autumn. In the summer there is shade in the forest, and in the winter the sectors on the left hand side of the river receive the most sun.


What other climbing is in the area?
 Near Kobarid there are 4 sport climbing areas, which are all covered in the Slovenia Sports Climbing guidebook.


Map of Western Slovenia showing the location of Trnovo Ob Soci near Kobarid