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Natur trifft Geschichte: Historischer Weg Kobarid
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7.44km
260m
Hiking
The Kobarid Historical Trail combines historic sites and spectacular natural sights. Enjoy mysterious waterfalls and the jewel of the Alpine rivers, the Soča. History buffs will embark on a journey through time from antiquity to the First World War. Along the trail, you can discover the Kobarid Museum, the Italian Ossuary, the Tonocov Grad archaeological site, remnants of the First World War, and the Napoleon Bridge.
The tour begins in the small town of Kobarid, known for its exquisite cuisine and, above all, for its award-winning First World War Museum (a must-visit, it's worth a visit). First, the trail climbs gently to the Church of St. Anthony of Padua with its historic ossuary. From there, you'll enjoy magnificent views of the Soča and Kobarid. The trail then leads through shady forests to the Tonocov Grad archaeological site at an altitude of 412 meters. A steep staircase leads you down to the Soča River, where you can see the remains of the First World War. Cross the river on a gently rocking rope bridge and take in the fantastic view.
After about 500 meters, you reach the small but beautiful Mali Koziak Waterfall – a foretaste of the spectacular Veliki Koziak Waterfall (entrance fee applies). Be careful, the final stretch of the trail to the waterfall leads over rocks, scree, and a wooden walkway, requiring caution. You cross the historic Napoleon Bridge and return to the town center of Kobarid.
Last updated: August 27, 2025
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Start point
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Italian Ossuary and Church of St. Anthony (Kobarid)
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The Italian ossuary, with the church of St. Anton (Kostnica s Cerkvijo Sv. Antona) in the center of the complex, was built in memory of the Italians who fell in the region. In 1938 it was inaugurated by Mussolini. Even today the memorial belongs to the administrative area of Italy.
The monument has the shape of an octagon that narrows in three rings towards the top, where the church, which was built in the 17th century, is located.
From the place you can crank up the way of the cross, which is laid out as a wide street, to the memorial. From there you have a wonderful view of Kobarid and the Socatal.
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2.72 km
Tonovcov Grad Archaeological Site
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Veliki Kozjak Waterfall
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6.56 km
Napoleon Bridge over the Soča Gorge
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In 1758/1759 the old wooden structure was replaced by a stone arch bridge. At that time there were Napoleonic troops in the region, which is how the building got its famous name.
However, none of the French were involved in the construction. The bridge was blown up during the Isonzo battles in World War I and was only rebuilt after the war.
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7.44 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
3.70 km
1.74 km
1.20 km
611 m
153 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.48 km
1.95 km
1.30 km
504 m
162 m
< 100 m
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Lowest point (220 m)
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Comments
You can visit Austrian and Italian trenches.
Everything well marked, dirt road.
Very shady.
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the hike actually begins in the center of Kobarid at the church...
there are again no day tickets for parking...
payment is only possible by the hour 😕..
because we like to be independent in terms of time, we park the car on the outskirts of town 😉...
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July 28, 2025
The Kobarid Historical Trail combines historic sites and spectacular natural sights. Enjoy mysterious waterfalls and the jewel of the Alpine rivers, the Soča. History buffs will embark on a journey through time from antiquity to the First World War. Along the trail, you can discover the Kobarid Museum
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