Catching a glimpse of the perennially emerald-green Soča River is sure to pique any kayaker’s curiosity. For the team at Balkan River Defence, that curiosity turned into a full-fledged obsession when they set out to write the first comprehensive guidebook on the river. And what better way to study and document the river’s myriad marvels than a source-to-sea journey from its start in the Julian Alps, all the way to the Adriatic Sea.

Written by former Olympic rower turned river guide & guardian Rok Rozman, this book takes readers from the Soča’s alpine source all the way to the Italian coast, with epic stories, rich history, jaw-dropping photos and vividly detailed maps, all presented with a deep love for the Soča that’s sure to inspire paddlers and sightseers alike.

Produced in partnership with the Soča from Source to Sea – Paddling Guidebook, Soča Source to Sea offers a tantalizing glimpse into one of Europe’s most iconic waterways.

Produced by: Leeway Collective

Featuring: Rok Rozman, Carmen Kuntz, Branko Djokovic, Bor Mihelič & Rožle Bregar

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Photography: Rožle Bregar and Rok Rozman

Editor’s Note: Leeway Collective, founders of the initiative Balkan River Defence (BRD), officially launched their Soča from Source to Sea – Paddling Guidebook in December 2024. Paddlers from Bulgaria to British Columbia have since cracked the cover of copies offered in three languages: English, Italian, and Slovenian. Its compact format (25 cm x 15 cm) makes it easy to stuff in a dry bag and bring along on the river yet is large enough to sit on your coffee table, a tantalizing reminder of adventures to come.

Buy your own or learn more: https://balkanriverdefence.org/soca-isonzo-eng/