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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Peričnik Waterfall

Mojstrana, Slovenia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 14 2026
Peričnik Waterfall

A 52-metre curtain of water drops from a rocky overhang into a forested valley, with a smaller upper fall above it. Cars are barred near the falls, so visitors park in Mojstrana and take a shuttle bus or walk about 4.5 km.

Highlights

  • 52-metre drop
  • Walk behind the curtain
  • Upper falls above

Good to know

  • Cars barred near the falls, so park in Mojstrana
  • Free shuttle bus often full, with long waits
  • Path behind the falls gets wet and slippery

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