Kobarid

Kobarid is a town and municipality in western Slovenia. It lies in the Soča Valley near the border with Italy, in the traditional region of the Slovenian Littoral and in the Gorizia Statistical Region. The Soča River runs through the town, which sits amid the western Julian Alps and is known for its emerald waters and outdoor scenery.

Historically, the area was part of the Habsburg Monarchy until the end of World War I. It was near the Isonzo Front, a major sequence of battles between Austria-Hungary and Italy. In 1917 the fighting culminated in the Battle of Caporetto, a name used in Italian for the town and its surroundings. After the war the region was briefly assigned to Italy and, following World War II, became part of Yugoslavia and is now in Slovenia.

Kobarid hosts several notable sites. The Kobarid Museum documents the Isonzo Front and World War I in the region and is a major draw for visitors. Nearby memorials and preserved trenches on Kolovrat hill commemorate the wartime battles. The Kozjak Waterfall is a popular natural attraction in the surrounding countryside. The area is also known for outdoor activities such as rafting and kayaking on the Soča, hiking, cycling, and mountaineering.

The municipality includes several villages in addition to the town itself. The local economy blends tourism with agriculture and forestry, reflecting the area’s rural character and its appeal as a destination for outdoor recreation and historical interest.