Clear waters

The Soca river runs from the Vrsic pass down to the Adriatic. Its beautifully clear and peppered with small gorges and potholed canyons. This morning we continue along the river, still fast but wider, and then a beautiful although artificial lake.
At lunchtime we decide its time for a change and head up and not down the next valley. The first climb is shaded and the road clings to the hillside. The second climb is steep, straight and unexpectedly gravelly gravel so we are relieved to finally make the top. We find a delightful tiny campsite for the night, just for us and complete with chickens and a way too friendly cat.Læs mere