15 days in Bohinjska Bistrica & Piran Itinerary

Bohinjska Bistrica occupies a scenic spot at the foothills of the Julian Alps, near the picturesque Lake Bohinj.

Explore Bohinjska Bistrica's surroundings by going to Vzletisce Lijak - Lijak Jump Point (in Trnovo ob Soči), Kobarid (Alpin Action, Bridge of Napoleon, &more) and Soča (Source of the Soča River & Church of St. Joseph). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Lake Bohinj, pause for some photo ops at Franja Partisan Hospital, push the limits with Hike&Bike Slovenia, and take in the dramatic scenery at Savica Waterfall.

For photos, maps, and tourist information, use the Bohinjska Bistrica trip planner.

Metzingen, Germany to Bohinjska Bistrica is an approximately 6.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of car and flight. August in Bohinjska Bistrica sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Piran.

Considered one of the prettiest cities on the country's coast, Piran owes much of its development to salt.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Piran: Škocjan Caves (in Škocjan), Postojna (Predjama Castle & Postojna Cave) and Military Museum Tabor (in Lokev). There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Walls of Piran, enjoy the sand and surf at Portorož Beach, have fun and explore at Magical World of Shells Museum, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. George's Church.

To find photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Piran itinerary maker.

Getting from Bohinjska Bistrica to Piran by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Bohinjska Bistrica in August, expect Piran to be a bit warmer, temps between 34°C and 20°C. On the 2nd (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.