Your hiking base camp near Lake Bohinj
Resman private rooms in Ribčev Laz are the ideal base camp for exploring Bohinj and the Julian Alps. Located just a 5-minute walk from Lake Bohinj, 15 minutes by car from Savica Waterfall, and 10 minutes from the Vogel cable car, everything is within easy reach.
Whether you are a hiker looking for accommodation near Triglav National Park, a cyclist exploring the valley, or a family on a summer adventure, Resman offers comfortable rooms, a shared kitchen, private wellness (surcharge), and secure storage for your equipment.
Lake Bohinj
Resman private rooms are located in Ribčev Laz, just a few minutes' walk from Lake Bohinj. The lake is the heart of the Bohinj valley and offers countless ways to enjoy the outdoors throughout the year.
In summer, cool off with a swim in the crystal-clear lake, try your hand at kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding, or take a panoramic ride on the tourist boat. Lake Bohinj is also known for its fishing, fly-fishing permits are available for keen anglers.
A pleasant walking and cycling path runs along the lakeshore, leading through beautiful scenery with views of the Julian Alps. A stroll around the lake is enjoyable in every season.
Savica Waterfall
Savica Waterfall is one of Slovenia's most famous and visited waterfalls. It is located near Bohinj and easily accessible from Ribčev Laz. The well-maintained trail to the waterfall is suitable for all ages, and you'll be rewarded with views of the powerful cascade pouring over a rocky cliff face.
Visiting Savica Waterfall makes for an excellent half-day trip that can be combined with other excursions around Bohinj.
Vogel
The Vogel cable car takes you from the valley up to Vogel, where breathtaking views of Lake Bohinj, Mount Triglav, and the surrounding Julian Alps await. Vogel is a popular destination all year round.
In winter, Vogel is a well-loved ski resort with slopes for beginners and experienced skiers alike. In summer, it becomes a starting point for mountain hikes and offers well-marked walking trails with panoramic viewpoints. A mountain hut at the top serves hearty local food.
Hiking in Triglav National Park
Resman sits on the edge of Triglav National Park, Slovenia's only national park. This means you have direct access to countless hiking trails for all fitness levels.
- Mostnica Gorge, a fairytale gorge with emerald pools and naturally sculpted rock formations
- Mountain huts, numerous huts in the area offer refreshments and the option to stay overnight at higher altitudes
- Trails for every level, from easy valley walks to challenging summit ascents in the surrounding peaks
At Resman, we provide secure storage for your hiking gear so you can set off on your adventures worry-free.
Cycling
Bohinj offers excellent conditions for cycling. Road cyclists will enjoy the panoramic routes through the valley, while mountain bikers can explore a variety of trails in the surrounding forests and hills.
Bike rental is available in Ribčev Laz and the surrounding area, including e-bikes. At Resman, we have secure bike storage so your bicycle is safely kept between rides.
Other activities
There is plenty more to discover in Bohinj:
- Canyoning, an adrenaline-filled experience in Bohinj's gorges with experienced guides
- Paragliding, tandem flights with stunning views over the lake and mountains
- Bohinj Water Park, water fun for the whole family
- Bohinj Cheese Trail, learn about the local cheesemaking tradition and taste regional cheese specialities
Events and festivals take place in Bohinj throughout the year. For the current programme, visit bohinj.si.
Your base at Resman
Resman private rooms in Ribčev Laz are the ideal base for all your Bohinj adventures. We make sure your stay is comfortable and hassle-free:
- Shared kitchen & Bohinj Breakfast, prepare your own meals or order Bohinj Breakfast, local products delivered to your door
- Secure equipment storage, space for hiking gear, bikes, and other equipment
- Laundry facilities, practical for longer stays
- Free parking, parking area with 24/7 video surveillance
- EV charging station, Type 2, 11 kW; 1 free charge for direct bookings
After an active day in the mountains, unwind in the private wellness area with a jacuzzi and sauna (by prior arrangement, additional payment applies).
Bohinj & Surroundings
Bohinj
Bohinj is a geographical name for the area that includes the Upper and Lower Bohinj Valley, the Nomenj Valley, and the lake basin (Lake Bohinj) on the southeastern side of the Julian Alps. Several higher-lying settlements are also considered part of Bohinj, such as Koprivnik, Gorjuše, and Nemški Rovt, along with the surrounding mountains and pastures of these areas.
This is how Julius Kugy described Bohinj in his work on the Julian Alps: “A long, open valley through which the Savica, born in the rocks, flows with bright green fairy-like waters, picturesque meadows with an idyllic charm, small friendly villages greeting you from silent peace, around it mountains with breathtaking shapes, wrapped in dark spruce forests, in the heights, among the clouds, the festive throne of Triglav.”
The name Bohinj may be of local origin. Its etymology is not precisely explained, but there are several folk (often humorous) interpretations.
- The name Bohinj might derive from the word “bohati,” meaning “charcoal cooking.” During the era of ironworks in Bohinj, charcoal production was extensive, hence possibly giving the entire region its name.
- Janez Mencinger wrote in My Ascent of Triglav that the name Bohinj originates from pagan times. According to legend, exiled pagan gods found refuge in Bohinj’s remote location: "Pagan gods ... gave their new abode the name Boginj (home of the gods) out of sheer gratitude."
- Valentin Vodnik, who served in Koprivnik, humorously claimed that Bohinj must come from fleas (bolhe), as he was heavily bitten by them in a mountain hut on Goreljek.
- Another humorous story relates to a German visitor being taken to Bohinj. Finding the location so remote, he kept asking, "Wohin? Wohin?" (Where to? Where to?).
- Bohinj might have gained its name from an old type of Bohinj cheese, produced locally before the Swiss introduced them to cheese-making. Called “boh,” it smelled almost like móhant.
- There is also a tale that when God was distributing land among the people, He forgot about a small group standing quietly aside. Being so patient and modest, He took pity on them and gave them the most beautiful spot, now called Bohinj. "Bohinj comes from Bog (God), because Bohinj locals call God ‘Boh.’"
Settlements of the Municipality of Bohinj
Ribčev Laz
Ribčev Laz is a settlement belonging to the Municipality of Bohinj, located on the eastern side of Bohinj and representing the central hub and most recognizable part of Bohinj. Historically, residents were primarily engaged in agriculture, though tourism has become the main source of income. During World War I, this area was a transitional zone between the front and its hinterland.
Among the main attractions are the Church of St. John the Baptist, now a cultural monument, a monument to the Four Brave Men (erected in 1978), and the Zlatorog (Goldenhorn) statue. Of particular interest is a rock face near the guesthouse “Pod skalco,” penetrated by fossilized marine shells, indicating a shallow prehistoric sea bed. Ribčev Laz has a tourist information center, shops, a post office, Hotel Bohinj, Hotel Jezero, the Na skalci holiday home, apartments, rooms, restaurants, and cafés. Many sports activities are available, including climbing at natural cliffs Pod skalco and Bellevue, renting boats, kayaks, or canoes, swimming, cycling, hiking, and more. There is also a tour boat service on Lake Bohinj (boats “Bohinj” and “Zlatorog”) and summer events. Ribčev Laz is truly special!
Lake Bohinj
Lake Bohinj is the largest natural lake in Slovenia offering a variety of activities. It is situated in a glacier-carved basin and holds almost 100 million cubic meters of water,an old local joke says it's just “one bucketful,” given a big enough bucket.
The basin, which slopes steeply, lacks shallows and is scarcely partitioned. This outflow lake warms up to about 24°C (75°F) on the surface in summer and frequently freezes in winter. The water level can rise by 2–3 m after heavy rain. The water is renewed three times a year; the Savica is the main inflow, and the Sava Bohinjka is the main outflow. Over a third of the water comes from karst springs below the lake’s surface near the northern shore. Under heavy rainfall, karst waters also surface at the Govic spring on Mt. Pršivec.
Lake Bohinj is suitable for water activities throughout the year. In warmer months you can swim, boat, windsurf, kayak, canoe, fish, or dive. A scenic boat ride is available, or enjoy a relaxing walk along the shore. Occasionally in winter (though increasingly rare), the lake freezes, allowing for ice skating (but please exercise caution and note it is at your own risk!).