The natural attractions around Bohinj are one of its biggest draws for tourists. Many of whom come to use Bohinj as their starting point for various day trips, such as walking on the trails throughout the valley, as well as climbing and mountaineering adventures. The Bohinj Tunnel, part of the Bohinj Railway is also nearby.
In the winter, this alpine valley is a mecca for winter sports enthusiasts, everything from skiing, snowboarding, ice climbing and even ice skating on Lake Bohinj will provide plenty of opportunity for outside fun. In the warmer summer months, Lake Bohinj is a popular destination for swimmers and the nearby Sava Bohinjka River offers kayaking and fishing and for even more outdoor opportunities, one can try bike riding, trekking and climbing in many parts of this area.
Because of its geographic location, Bohinj was somewhat isolated in the past. The people who lived here were mostly descendants of the native people. Historical findings have shown that the valley had been inhabited far back as the Bronze Age. This isolation contributed to the development of a dialect that is quite different from the dialect in the Upper Carniolian area. People in this area live in 24 different villages, the largest being Bohinjska Bistrica.
