Savica Waterfall is a 78m double waterfall located beyond the head of Lake Bohinj. The waterfall is fed from a lake high above, but as the rock is limestone, the water usually reaches the waterfall via underground channels. During dry periods, the small second fall may disappear. The waterfall can be reached by a short, fairly steep climb from a large a large car park, and there are both parking charges and a charge for access to the path.
To reach the waterfall, drive to Lake Bohinj, then take the road along the left side of the lake. Beyond the head of the lake, the road enters a heavily wooded area, with spectacular colours in autumn. The road is single track in some parts, but is quiet enough that this is not a problem, unless you come across a large coach.
The Road To Slavica Waterfall
After parking, the path enters the woods and climbs to the pay-station, which is a little like a Hansel And Gretel cabin in the woods.
Slavica Waterfall Pay Station
The pay-station is located just above the Savica stream, which can be seen in the wider view below.
Slavica Waterfall Pay Station
Beyond the Pay Station, the path climbs fairly steeply through the woods. The path is very well maintained with steps for most of the climbing. Whilst the waterfall would be worth visiting at any time of year, they are particularly worth a visit during autumn for the spectacular colours.
The Path To Slavica Waterfall
The Path To Slavica Waterfall
Where there is a break in the tress, the colours of the hillside can be seen.
Forest Colour Near Slavica Waterfall
At the end of the path there is a wooden shelter which gives a view of the waterfall, and it is probably best photographed from here. The path continues a short distance further to a gate, which was locked during our visit, but there is a lot of spray which becomes a problem when photographing from the gate. Whilst the falls are impressive to see, it is quite difficult to get a shot that does them justice because from a distance there is no real sense of scale. The view from the shelter is also a little enclosed, with space for just one tripod at a time. However, the three-way panorama below, taken from the shelter, hopefully gives a good view of the falls and their setting, and the trees on the right cliff side show the height of the falls.
Slavica Waterfall
Overall, Savica Falls are definitely worth a visit, but best in autumn when the woodland colours are spectacular and provide an added bonus to the visit.