{"id":251020,"date":"2026-06-14T15:08:39","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T13:08:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=251020"},"modified":"2026-06-15T12:37:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T10:37:59","slug":"best-places-slovenia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/","title":{"rendered":"Slovenia Holiday: 22 Best Things to See and Do (Most Beautiful Places)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Slovenia is living proof that the best things come in small packages. It packs an incredible <strong>four different worlds into one single country<\/strong> that is barely bigger than Wales. Within a single hour&#8217;s drive you can swap the snowy peaks of the Julian Alps for deep karst caves, and a moment later find yourself swimming in the waves of the Adriatic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I <strong>drove through Slovenia on our way to the sea<\/strong> and we were absolutely blown away by how compact and varied this place is. Crystal-clear lakes, wild rivers, deep forests and charming historic towns make this destination an absolute paradise for nature lovers and foodies alike. We stopped at every turn, because behind every bend a new breathtaking panorama appeared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve put together <strong>22 of the best things to see and do in Slovenia<\/strong> so you can make the most of your trip. I&#8217;ll tell you when the ideal time to go is, how much the electronic motorway vignette costs and where to base yourself strategically so all the natural beauty is within easy reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bled-jezero-co-delat.jpg\" alt=\"View of Lake Bled, the most iconic symbol of Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-62850\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bled-jezero-co-delat.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bled-jezero-co-delat-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bled-jezero-co-delat-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bled-jezero-co-delat-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bled-jezero-co-delat-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#When_to_Visit_Slovenia\" >When to Visit Slovenia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Slovenia\" >Where to Stay in Slovenia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#The_Julian_Alps_and_Alpine_Lakes\" >The Julian Alps and Alpine Lakes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#1_Lake_Bled\" >1. Lake Bled<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#2_Lake_Bohinj\" >2. Lake Bohinj<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#3_Vintgar_Gorge_Blejski_vintgar\" >3. Vintgar Gorge (Blejski vintgar)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#4_Triglav_National_Park_and_Mount_Triglav\" >4. Triglav National Park and Mount Triglav<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#5_Kranjska_Gora_and_Lake_Jasna\" >5. Kranjska Gora and Lake Jasna<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#6_Vrsic_Pass_1611_m\" >6. Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass (1,611 m)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#7_The_Soca_Valley\" >7. The So\u010da Valley<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#8_Kobarid_and_the_Kozjak_Waterfall\" >8. Kobarid and the Kozjak Waterfall<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Karst_Caves_and_Castles\" >Karst, Caves and Castles<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#9_Postojna_Cave\" >9. Postojna Cave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#10_Predjama_Castle\" >10. Predjama Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#11_Skocjan_Caves\" >11. \u0160kocjan Caves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#12_Lipica\" >12. Lipica<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#13_Stanjel\" >13. \u0160tanjel<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#The_Slovenian_Coast_47_km_of_Adriatic\" >The Slovenian Coast: 47 km of Adriatic<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#14_Piran\" >14. Piran<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#15_Portoroz_and_Strunjan\" >15. Portoro\u017e and Strunjan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Cities_Wine_and_Thermal_Spas\" >Cities, Wine and Thermal Spas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#16_Ljubljana\" >16. Ljubljana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#17_Maribor\" >17. Maribor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#18_Ptuj\" >18. Ptuj<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#19_Logar_Valley_and_the_Solcava_Panoramic_Road\" >19. Logar Valley and the Sol\u010dava Panoramic Road<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#20_Velika_Planina\" >20. Velika Planina<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#21_Goriska_Brda\" >21. Gori\u0161ka Brda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#22_Thermal_Spas\" >22. Thermal Spas<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#What_to_Try_from_Slovenian_Cuisine\" >What to Try from Slovenian Cuisine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Where_to_Next_More_Articles_About_Slovenia\" >Where to Next: More Articles About Slovenia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_travel_to_Slovenia\" >When is the best time to travel to Slovenia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#How_many_days_is_enough_for_Slovenia\" >How many days is enough for Slovenia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Do_I_need_a_highway_vignette_in_Slovenia_and_how_much_does_it_cost\" >Do I need a highway vignette in Slovenia and how much does it cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Is_Slovenia_expensive\" >Is Slovenia expensive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Is_Lake_Bled_or_Bohinj_better\" >Is Lake Bled or Bohinj better?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Postojna_or_Skocjan_Caves_%E2%80%94_which_one_to_choose\" >Postojna or \u0160kocjan Caves \u2014 which one to choose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#What_to_taste_from_Slovenian_cuisine\" >What to taste from Slovenian cuisine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#What_is_the_Slovenian_sea_like_and_can_you_swim_in_it\" >What is the Slovenian sea like and can you swim in it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#How_to_get_to_Slovenia_from_the_Czech_Republic\" >How to get to Slovenia from the Czech Republic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-slovenia\/#Is_Slovenia_suitable_with_children\" >Is Slovenia suitable with children?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  <strong>Most beautiful places:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t miss the iconic Lake Bled, the wilder Lake Bohinj, the majestic Vintgar Gorge and the huge underground \u0160kocjan Caves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>When to go:<\/strong> For mountain hiking and lake swimming, late June to mid-September is best; you can visit the thermal spas year-round without a second thought.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Currency and documents:<\/strong> The euro is used here and, since the country is in both the EU and the Schengen Area, all you need to cross the border is a valid passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>E-vignette:<\/strong> Slovenia has a purely electronic motorway vignette; for a car the weekly version costs \u20ac16. There is no one-day vignette, so even for a quick drive-through you have to buy the weekly one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>How many days you need:<\/strong> For a nice loop covering the Alps, the karst caves and the short coastline, set aside ideally five to seven days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Top tip:<\/strong> Always head to Lake Bled, the gorges and the mountain passes early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds and parking headaches.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_Slovenia\"><\/span>When to Visit Slovenia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to explore the mountain regions, gorges and high-altitude roads, <strong>the best time to visit is from late June to mid-September<\/strong>. During this period you have the greatest chance of stable weather and all the hiking trails are safely passable. Bear in mind, though, that the Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass is usually completely closed in winter due to snow and only opens around the end of April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Bled draws tourists from all over the world during the summer holidays. If you come in July or August, <strong>I recommend getting up early and heading to the water at dawn<\/strong>. By around nine in the morning the peaceful atmosphere is gone and the battle for parking spaces begins. If you can, plan your Bled visit for June or late September, when it&#8217;s considerably quieter and the weather is still very pleasant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Slovenian coast is busiest from June to September. The <strong>sea is warmest during August<\/strong>, when the water temperature reaches a comfortable 25 \u00b0C. If, on the other hand, you&#8217;re drawn to Slovenia&#8217;s thermal spas, they make an absolutely ideal year-round destination. There&#8217;s simply something magical about soaking in hot springs in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting there is easy. The most popular hassle-free option for travellers from the UK is to fly to Ljubljana \u2014 there are seasonal direct flights from London, and year-round connections via Munich, Vienna or Frankfurt. From the airport, picking up a hire car is the most convenient way to explore. <strong>Don&#8217;t forget to buy the electronic motorway vignette<\/strong>, which costs \u20ac16 a week or \u20ac32 a month for a car. You can buy it easily online on the official evinjeta.dars.si website. Also note that passing through the Karawanks Tunnel is not included in the Slovenian vignette and is paid separately at just under \u20ac9 per direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d rather not deal with the long drive at all, the easiest approach is to fly into Ljubljana directly, or alternatively into nearby Venice or Klagenfurt in Austria and pick up a car there. Trieste airport in Italy is another handy gateway right on the Slovenian doorstep. To get around once you arrive, you can compare deals here: <!-- LK_CARRENTAL_PLACEHOLDER --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Slovenia\"><\/span>Where to Stay in Slovenia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Slovenia is fairly small, so you can choose one or two strategic bases and take day trips out from there. <strong>For exploring the Julian Alps, the area around Lake Bled or Bohinj is absolutely ideal<\/strong>. Accommodation near Bled is a little pricier and busier, while Bohinj offers a calmer atmosphere and closer contact with the wild nature of Triglav National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re heading mainly for the water and rafting, <strong>choose accommodation in the town of Bovec in the So\u010da Valley<\/strong>. For lovers of city sightseeing and anyone who wants every spot in the country within an hour&#8217;s drive, the capital Ljubljana is a great choice. On the coast itself you can pick the romantic historic Piran or the livelier resort of Portoro\u017e with its sandy beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We very often use Booking to find accommodation, where you can discover real gems. At Lake Bled <strong>we can recommend the gorgeous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=co-videt-ve-slovinsku&#038;hotelname=Adora%20Luxury%20Hotel&#038;address=Bled%2C%20Slovinsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Adora Luxury Hotel<\/a><\/strong>, which offers stunning views right onto the lake and impeccable service. If you prefer nature and quiet a little further from the main promenade, take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=co-videt-ve-slovinsku&#038;hotelname=Ribno%20Alpine%20Resort&#038;address=Bled%2C%20Slovinsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Ribno Alpine Resort<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find utterly charming glamping cabins hidden in the forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Right by Lake Bohinj, <strong>a great choice is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=co-videt-ve-slovinsku&#038;hotelname=Bohinj%20Eco%20Hotel&#038;address=Bohinj%2C%20Slovinsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Bohinj Eco Hotel<\/a><\/strong>, which also has its own water park \u2014 something you&#8217;ll appreciate enormously after a full day&#8217;s hike in the mountains. For a stay by the sea in picturesque Piran, definitely check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=co-videt-ve-slovinsku&#038;hotelname=Hotel%20Piran&#038;address=Piran%2C%20Slovinsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hotel Piran<\/a>. It sits right on the waterfront a short walk from the main square, and breakfast on their rooftop terrace overlooking the Adriatic is an experience in itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Julian_Alps_and_Alpine_Lakes\"><\/span>The Julian Alps and Alpine Lakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most visited and arguably most beautiful part of the entire country is in the northwest. And here are the very best things the Julian Alps and the surrounding nature have to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Lake_Bled\"><\/span>1. Lake Bled<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bled.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Bled with its island church and a traditional wooden pletna boat\" class=\"wp-image-62851\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bled-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bled-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bled-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bled-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>This lake is simply the most iconic symbol of all Slovenia. Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I arrived first thing in the morning and the sight of the calm water with the little island in the middle completely won us over. <strong>The biggest draw is the traditional wooden boat called a pletna<\/strong>, which will take you out to the island with its picturesque little church for around \u20ac20 per person. Exactly 99 stone steps lead up to it, and inside you can ring the wishing bell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above the lake, on a steep 130-metre-high cliff, towers the monumental Bled Castle. Admission costs \u20ac19 and <strong>it offers the absolute best panoramic view<\/strong> over the whole area. We walked up to it and, although it was quite a climb, those views from the top were definitely worth the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> After a stroll around the lake, be sure to stop for a local speciality. <strong>The famous Bled cream cake (blejska krem\u0161nita)<\/strong>, a fluffy custard slice, was created here in 1953 at the local Park Hotel and today a piece will set you back around \u20ac6.50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Lake_Bohinj\"><\/span>2. Lake Bohinj<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bohinj-co-delat.jpg\" alt=\"Peaceful Lake Bohinj inside Triglav National Park\" class=\"wp-image-62848\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bohinj-co-delat.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bohinj-co-delat-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bohinj-co-delat-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bohinj-co-delat-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/jezero-bohinj-co-delat-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>While Bled looks like a perfect postcard, Lake Bohinj reveals the wild, untamed soul of nature. It lies right inside Triglav National Park and <strong>is considerably bigger, quieter and less affected by mass tourism<\/strong>. We enjoyed wonderful peace here on a long walk along the shore and even went for a swim, because unlike at Bled, swimming is completely normal and permitted in many spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A short distance from the lake you&#8217;ll find the Vogel cable car station, which whisks you high into the mountains. A return ticket costs around \u20ac33 and <strong>the views of Triglav, the highest peak, from the top station are breathtaking<\/strong>. A whole range of hiking trails of varying difficulty starts up here, so families with children and seasoned mountaineers alike will find something to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Take the roughly half-hour walk up the stone steps to the nearby Savica Waterfall. It&#8217;s <strong>one of Slovenia&#8217;s most famous waterfalls<\/strong> and the water plunges into a mesmerising emerald pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Vintgar_Gorge_Blejski_vintgar\"><\/span>3. Vintgar Gorge (Blejski vintgar)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Vintgar.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden walkways through Vintgar Gorge above the turquoise Radovna River\" class=\"wp-image-62864\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Vintgar.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Vintgar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Vintgar-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Vintgar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Vintgar-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>This place absolutely captivated us. Vintgar Gorge offers a <strong>1.6-kilometre trail along wooden walkways<\/strong> bolted directly onto the steep cliffs above the roaring turquoise Radovna River. The whole route ends at the photogenic \u0160um Waterfall, and the entire time you won&#8217;t know where to point your camera first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission currently costs \u20ac15 for an adult and \u20ac5 for children. <strong>The gorge is only open from April to October<\/strong> and demand is huge in peak summer season. The full loop takes around two to three hours of easy walking, returning via a forest path with lovely views into the valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Booking a specific time slot online is practically obligatory these days. To avoid parking problems right at the entrance, <strong>use the shuttle bus from the park-and-ride car parks<\/strong>, which runs very reliably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Triglav_National_Park_and_Mount_Triglav\"><\/span>4. Triglav National Park and Mount Triglav<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/triglav-slovinsko.jpg\" alt=\"Peaks of the Julian Alps in Triglav National Park\" class=\"wp-image-62867\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/triglav-slovinsko.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/triglav-slovinsko-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/triglav-slovinsko-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/triglav-slovinsko-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/triglav-slovinsko-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>This is the only national park in all of Slovenia and represents the true heart of the country&#8217;s nature. Its centrepiece is <strong>the highest mountain, Triglav, at 2,864 metres<\/strong>, which even appears on the national flag and coat of arms. Locals like to say that you only become a true Slovenian once you&#8217;ve climbed to this summit at least once in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the very summit stands the iconic metal Alja\u017e Tower, where seemingly every successful climber poses for a photo. <strong>Climbing Triglav usually takes two days with an overnight stay in a mountain hut<\/strong>, so it&#8217;s definitely not an afternoon outing. The routes to the top include more demanding secured sections and via ferratas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t have experience with high-mountain hiking, <strong>definitely don&#8217;t attempt the summit on your own<\/strong>. Better to pay for a local certified guide and don&#8217;t forget quality gear, including a helmet and harness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Kranjska_Gora_and_Lake_Jasna\"><\/span>5. Kranjska Gora and Lake Jasna<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora.jpg\" alt=\"Emerald Lake Jasna near Kranjska Gora in the Julian Alps\" class=\"wp-image-239843\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-jezero-jasna-kranjska-gora-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Adam, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Kranjska Gora is a renowned mountain resort that comes alive mainly in winter thanks to the alpine skiing World Cup. Not far away you&#8217;ll also find the famous ski-jumping hills in Planica. In summer, though, the town transforms into a <strong>perfect base for mountain hikes and cycling trips<\/strong> around the wider area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just outside town, towards the mountain pass, you&#8217;ll come across <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Emerald\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-emerald\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the emerald<\/a> Lake Jasna. It&#8217;s <strong>probably the most photogenic stop in the entire Julian Alps<\/strong>, where the surrounding limestone peaks are mirrored right on the surface. By the water stands the famous bronze statue of the Zlatorog ibex, which you simply have to photograph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Comfortable wooden walkways have been built around Lake Jasna and you&#8217;ll also find several pleasant caf\u00e9s here. <strong>Swimming in the lake is permitted<\/strong>, but the water is incredibly icy even in the middle of summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Vrsic_Pass_1611_m\"><\/span>6. Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass (1,611 m)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic.jpg\" alt=\"Mountain hut on Vr\u0161i\u010d, Slovenia&#039;s highest mountain pass\" class=\"wp-image-160708\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-prusmyk-vrsic-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>The road over the Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass is the highest road link in all of Slovenia. Be prepared for <strong>exactly 50 numbered hairpin bends<\/strong> that will thoroughly test your driving skills and your car&#8217;s brakes. Interestingly, the northern ascent from Kranjska Gora is still cobbled with the original stones on many of its bends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just after the eighth bend, be sure to stop at the picturesque wooden Russian Chapel. <strong>This beautiful structure was built here by Russian prisoners of war<\/strong> in 1916\u20131917 in memory of their comrades who died in an avalanche during the construction of this strategic military road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> The road over Vr\u0161i\u010d is completely closed all winter due to heaps of snow. In summer, <strong>set off as early in the morning as possible<\/strong>, because the narrow bends quickly clog up with caravans and slow cyclists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_The_Soca_Valley\"><\/span>7. The So\u010da Valley<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"919\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca.jpg\" alt=\"The turquoise So\u010da River in the Julian Alps\" class=\"wp-image-160709\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca-700x402.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca-1536x882.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca-696x400.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-reka-soca-1392x800.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>The So\u010da River is often called one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe. We drove through this valley and <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Emerald\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-emerald\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the emerald<\/a>-turquoise colour of the water completely astonished us<\/strong>. The hub of the whole valley is the sporty little town of Bovec, where adrenaline lovers gather from all over the world for the superb rafting and kayaking. Nearby you&#8217;ll also find one of the largest zipline parks in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you travel through the valley, don&#8217;t skip a stop at Velika korita. <strong>It&#8217;s a narrow, deep rocky canyon<\/strong> through which the wild river forces its way with tremendous power. You can walk across the suspended footbridges for free and watch the incredible force of nature up close from a safe height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Swimming in the So\u010da is an experience only for the truly hardy. <strong>The water temperature rarely exceeds 15 \u00b0C<\/strong> even on the hottest summer days, so most people just dip their feet in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Kobarid_and_the_Kozjak_Waterfall\"><\/span>8. Kobarid and the Kozjak Waterfall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-vodopad-kozjak.jpg\" alt=\"Kozjak Waterfall in a semi-open rock chamber with a turquoise pool\" class=\"wp-image-239844\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-vodopad-kozjak.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-vodopad-kozjak-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-vodopad-kozjak-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-vodopad-kozjak-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-vodopad-kozjak-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-vodopad-kozjak-696x928.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Mark Iverson, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>The little town of Kobarid went down in history above all during the First World War, when the bloody Isonzo Front ran through here. <strong>Today you&#8217;ll find an award-winning First World War museum<\/strong> that vividly maps the brutal mountain battles of the time. The atmosphere of this place, incidentally, also inspired the famous writer Ernest Hemingway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the historic Napoleon Bridge, take an easy half-hour walk along the maintained walkways to the Kozjak Waterfall. <strong>The water tumbles into a mysterious semi-open rock chamber<\/strong>, at the bottom of which a gorgeous turquoise pool forms. It feels like a scene from a fantasy film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Wear sturdy footwear for the walk to Kozjak Waterfall. The path runs partly over slippery stones and <strong>the rock chamber with the waterfall itself tends to be very damp<\/strong> and cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Karst_Caves_and_Castles\"><\/span>Karst, Caves and Castles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The southwestern part of the country is riddled with kilometres of underground passages and karst formations. And this is where things get really interesting, both deep underground and high up on the cliffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Postojna_Cave\"><\/span>9. Postojna Cave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne.jpg\" alt=\"Stalactite formations in Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-239845\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-postojnska-jeskyne-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Phyrexian, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>This place is an absolute world first. Postojna Cave is home to <strong>the only double-track underground railway in the world<\/strong>. The sightseeing train takes you an impressive 3.5 kilometres deep underground, where the walking tour itself only begins \u2014 full of enormous stalactites in all manner of shapes and colours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest curiosity here, though, is the olm, affectionately nicknamed the &#8220;human fish&#8221;. <strong>This blind amphibian can survive for several years without food<\/strong> and commonly lives to over a hundred years old. Admission to the cave costs \u20ac27.90 off-season, while in the peak summer months from June to September you&#8217;ll pay \u20ac30.90.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Even when it&#8217;s scorching outside, <strong>the temperature in the cave stays steady at around 10 \u00b0C<\/strong>. Definitely pack a warm hoodie or a light jacket, otherwise you&#8217;ll be cold during the train ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Predjama_Castle\"><\/span>10. Predjama Castle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad.jpg\" alt=\"Predjama Castle built into a sheer rock face\" class=\"wp-image-160710\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-predjamsky-hrad-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>A short distance from Postojna you&#8217;ll find a structure that defies belief. According to the Guinness Book of Records, <strong>Predjama Castle is the largest cave castle in the world<\/strong>. It is literally set into a 123-metre-high sheer rock face and from a distance it looks as if it&#8217;s growing straight out of the cliff. Separate admission costs \u20ac21.50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The castle is linked to the famous legend of the robber knight Erazem, who managed to withstand a year-long siege by the imperial army thanks to secret underground passages. <strong>If you plan to visit both the cave and the castle in one day<\/strong>, it&#8217;s worth buying a combined ticket for \u20ac47.50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> The drive between Postojna Cave and the castle takes about 15 minutes. <strong>In summer season a free shuttle bus runs between the two attractions<\/strong>, so you don&#8217;t have to worry about driving over and finding another car park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Skocjan_Caves\"><\/span>11. \u0160kocjan Caves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/skocjanske-jeskyne.jpg\" alt=\"Karst and underground canyon of the UNESCO-listed \u0160kocjan Caves\" class=\"wp-image-62866\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/skocjanske-jeskyne.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/skocjanske-jeskyne-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/skocjanske-jeskyne-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/skocjanske-jeskyne-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/skocjanske-jeskyne-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>While Postojna feels more like a giant funfair with a train, the \u0160kocjan Caves have preserved their utterly raw and wild character. <strong>These caves are on the UNESCO list<\/strong> and visiting them genuinely gave us goosebumps. You walk the whole route on foot, discovering an enormous underground canyon carved out by the wild Reka River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest adrenaline rush comes when you <strong>cross a narrow bridge suspended 45 metres above the roaring river<\/strong>. The experience is absolutely incredible and feels like a journey to the centre of the earth. Admission ranges from \u20ac16 to \u20ac20 depending on the season, and the queues here tend to be considerably shorter than at neighbouring Postojna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Unlike most other tourist attractions, <strong>photography is strictly forbidden inside the \u0160kocjan Caves<\/strong>. Soak up that magical space with your own eyes \u2014 the memories you take home will be all the stronger for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Lipica\"><\/span>12. Lipica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican.jpg\" alt=\"White Lipizzaner at Lipica, Europe&#039;s oldest stud farm\" class=\"wp-image-239846\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-lipica-lipican-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: strecosa, CC0, Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>All horse lovers should unquestionably head to the little village of Lipica. This is home to <strong>the oldest continuously operating stud farm in Europe<\/strong>, founded by the Habsburgs back in 1580. The famous white Lipizzaner horses are bred here and travel from here even to the renowned Spanish Riding School in Vienna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interestingly, Lipizzaner foals are born completely dark and <strong>only gradually acquire their characteristic white colour as they grow up<\/strong>. Basic admission to the grounds costs \u20ac16, \u20ac20 or \u20ac23 depending on the season. 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It&#8217;s an ideal place for a quiet afternoon stop with a coffee or a glass of local wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The greatest jewel of the whole village is the terraced Ferrari Garden, designed by the celebrated architect Maks Fabiani. <strong>You&#8217;ll find gorgeous stone arches, small pools and romantic little bridges<\/strong>, from which an absolutely stunning view opens up over the surrounding countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> An incredible calm and peace reigns throughout \u0160tanjel, because <strong>the historic centre is practically car-free<\/strong>. You have to leave your car in the designated car park just before the entrance to the old town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Slovenian_Coast_47_km_of_Adriatic\"><\/span>The Slovenian Coast: 47 km of Adriatic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Slovenia boasts one of the shortest coastlines in the world, measuring just under 47 kilometres. Even so, you&#8217;ll find beautiful ancient towns and pleasant resorts here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Piran\"><\/span>14. Piran<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran.jpg\" alt=\"The seaside town of Piran with its Venetian architecture\" class=\"wp-image-160711\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-piran-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Piran is without doubt the best preserved and most beautiful town on the entire Slovenian coast. <strong>Its narrow lanes and colourful houses strongly recall Venice in Italy<\/strong>, which is no coincidence, as the town was under Venetian rule for centuries. The heart of the town is the oval Tartini Square with a large statue of the famous violinist Giuseppe Tartini.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the very best view, head a little way up the hill to the old town walls. For a symbolic \u20ac3 entry fee, <strong>you&#8217;ll be treated to the most beautiful view of the town&#8217;s red rooftops<\/strong> contrasting with the blue surface of the sea. In the early evening I recommend a walk to the lighthouse, which has the most beautiful sunsets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Non-residents are strictly forbidden from driving into Piran&#8217;s historic centre. <strong>You have to leave your car in the huge Forna\u010de multi-storey car park<\/strong> outside town, and from there you can reach the centre either on foot or by free bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Portoroz_and_Strunjan\"><\/span>15. Portoro\u017e and Strunjan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka.jpg\" alt=\"Moon Bay beneath the flysch cliffs in Strunjan Nature Park\" class=\"wp-image-239847\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-strunjan-mesecni-zatoka-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Miha Kukovec, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Portoro\u017e is the complete opposite of historic Piran. It&#8217;s the largest and liveliest spa resort in the country, where <strong>you&#8217;ll find a big promenade, luxury hotels and the only truly sandy beach<\/strong> on the Slovenian coast. The place is also renowned for its wellness treatments using mud and salt from the nearby Se\u010dovlje Salt Pans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for peace and wild nature instead, head to neighbouring Strunjan. <strong>Here rise the highest flysch cliffs on the whole Adriatic<\/strong>, reaching up to 80 metres. Hidden beneath them is the gorgeous Moon Bay with its pebble beach, accessible only on foot via a steeper trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> At Strunjan, forget about sun loungers and beach bars. <strong>It&#8217;s a protected nature reserve<\/strong>, so don&#8217;t forget to bring your own water supplies and ideally water shoes for the stony entry into the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cities_Wine_and_Thermal_Spas\"><\/span>Cities, Wine and Thermal Spas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides the mountains and the sea, Slovenia has plenty of other attractions. From a cosy capital to wine-covered hills and hot thermal springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Ljubljana\"><\/span>16. Ljubljana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ljubjana.jpg\" alt=\"The old town and castle in the capital, Ljubljana\" class=\"wp-image-62868\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ljubjana.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ljubjana-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ljubjana-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ljubjana-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ljubjana-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Ljubljana is one of the smallest and greenest capitals in Europe, and we instantly fell in love with its laid-back atmosphere. <strong>Its appearance was significantly shaped by the famous architect Jo\u017ee Ple\u010dnik<\/strong>, who left behind an incredible number of beautiful buildings. Perhaps the best known are his Triple Bridge (Tromostovje), which connects the modern part of the city with the historic centre across the Ljubljanica River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you stroll through the city, don&#8217;t miss the famous Dragon Bridge, guarded by four fearsome-looking bronze dragons. <strong>From the centre you can take the funicular up to Ljubljana Castle<\/strong>, or relax in the sprawling, beautifully landscaped Tivoli Park. We also stopped at the riverside market, where local farmers sell fresh vegetables and cheeses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you like alternative culture and street art, <strong>definitely head out in the evening to the Metelkova district<\/strong>. The former military barracks here have been transformed into an incredibly vibrant art and music hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Maribor\"><\/span>17. Maribor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor.jpg\" alt=\"The old town of Maribor by the Drava River\" class=\"wp-image-160714\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-maribor-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Maribor is Slovenia&#8217;s second largest city and lies in the east, not far from the Austrian border. <strong>It&#8217;s above all an important gateway to the wine region<\/strong> and the Pohorje mountains, where people go for skiing and summer hikes. The city has a very pleasant, relaxed atmosphere that you&#8217;ll best savour on a walk along the banks of the Drava River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city&#8217;s greatest pride is the old historic Lent district, where the Stara trta grows. <strong>It&#8217;s officially the oldest still-fruiting grapevine in the world<\/strong>, more than 400 years old and even listed in the Guinness Book of Records. You can visit a museum dedicated to this unique plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> The area around Maribor is home to a huge number of excellent wineries. <strong>Set off along one of the local wine routes<\/strong> and sample the superb white wines for which this Styrian region is famous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Ptuj\"><\/span>18. Ptuj<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1012\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj.jpg\" alt=\"Ptuj Castle above Slovenia&#039;s oldest town\" class=\"wp-image-160713\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj-700x443.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj-1536x972.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj-696x440.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-ptuj-1392x880.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>On your wanderings through eastern Slovenia, you shouldn&#8217;t miss Ptuj, because <strong>it&#8217;s the oldest town in the country<\/strong>. Its roots reach all the way back to ancient Rome, when an important military camp called Poetovio stood here. The town is dominated by a mighty 12th-century castle, from which there&#8217;s a wonderful view of the red rooftops of the old town and the nearby lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town is known across Europe for its unique carnival called Kurentovanje. <strong>During it, spooky kurenti parade through the town<\/strong> \u2014 figures dressed in sheepskins with giant bells, whose job is to chase away winter. This fascinating tradition is even inscribed on the UNESCO list of intangible heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Right on the edge of town are the large thermal baths Terme Ptuj. <strong>After sightseeing you can relax beautifully here<\/strong> in the outdoor and indoor pools filled with healing thermal water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Logar_Valley_and_the_Solcava_Panoramic_Road\"><\/span>19. Logar Valley and the Sol\u010dava Panoramic Road<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina.jpg\" alt=\"The glacial Logar Valley in the Kamnik\u2013Savinja Alps\" class=\"wp-image-160715\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/slovinsko-logarska-dolina-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>This place is often called one of the most beautiful alpine glacial valleys in all of Europe. The Logar Valley has the typical U-shape and <strong>offers a perfect harmony of green pastures and steep rocky peaks<\/strong> of the Kamnik\u2013Savinja Alps. At the very end of the valley you&#8217;ll find the gorgeous, roughly 90-metre-high Rinka Waterfall, reached by a short, easy walk through the forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving into the valley costs \u20ac7 off-season and \u20ac10 in summer. If you come on foot, by bike or in an electric car, however, entry is completely free. <strong>You can take the valley experience up a notch with a drive along the Sol\u010dava Panoramic Road<\/strong>, a roughly 32-kilometre scenic route high above the valley with the very best views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Several traditional farmsteads still operate in the valley to this day. <strong>Stop at one of the farms and try their homemade cheeses<\/strong>, yoghurts and fresh bread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Velika_Planina\"><\/span>20. Velika Planina<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional wooden shepherds&#039; huts on the Velika Planina plateau\" class=\"wp-image-239848\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-velika-planina-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Reuben Dalke, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to experience the authentic atmosphere of old alpine pastures, Velika Planina is an absolute must. <strong>It&#8217;s home to one of the largest preserved herders&#8217; settlements in Europe<\/strong>, where traditional wooden huts with their characteristic sloping roofs of pine shingles still stand today. It&#8217;s an incredibly easy and visually rewarding high-mountain experience just above the town of Kamnik.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to scramble up in any complicated way \u2014 a large cable car comfortably whisks you up there for around \u20ac27 to \u20ac29. <strong>At the top, sprawling green meadows full of cows await you<\/strong>, along with the jingle of bells and gorgeous views of the surrounding mountain peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> In summer the shepherds here make a special hard cheese called Trni\u010d, shaped like a woman&#8217;s breast. <strong>In the old days, lovestruck shepherds gave them to each other as a symbol of fidelity<\/strong>, and today you can take one home as a lovely and tasty souvenir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Goriska_Brda\"><\/span>21. Gori\u0161ka Brda<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1058\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno.jpg\" alt=\"Vineyards of the Gori\u0161ka Brda region and the village of \u0160martno\" class=\"wp-image-239849\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno-700x463.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno-1536x1016.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno-696x460.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slovinsko-goriska-brda-smartno-1392x920.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Naturpuur, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>This picturesque hilly region on the border with Italy has thoroughly earned its nickname, the Slovenian Tuscany. <strong>Gori\u0161ka Brda is dotted with endless vineyards<\/strong>, olive groves, cypresses and small historic villages on the hilltops. The most beautiful medieval village in the area is the fortified \u0160martno, where several historical films have been shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole area is world-renowned for wine production, and <strong>it&#8217;s considered the cradle of so-called orange wines<\/strong>. The local flagship is the ancient Rebula variety. You&#8217;ll get the best overview of the entire region from the modern 23-metre-high Gonja\u010de viewing tower, from which you can see across the vineyards all the way to the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Stop at one of the family wineries and arrange a tasting. <strong>The local winemakers are incredibly hospitable<\/strong> and always serve up plenty of homemade nibbles to go with the wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Thermal_Spas\"><\/span>22. Thermal Spas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/wellness-slovinsko-chorvatsko-terme-olimia.jpg\" alt=\"Illuminated wellness pools at a Slovenian thermal spa at dusk\" class=\"wp-image-199710\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/wellness-slovinsko-chorvatsko-terme-olimia.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/wellness-slovinsko-chorvatsko-terme-olimia-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/wellness-slovinsko-chorvatsko-terme-olimia-700x368.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/wellness-slovinsko-chorvatsko-terme-olimia-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/wellness-slovinsko-chorvatsko-terme-olimia-696x365.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Thermal spas are practically a national sport in Slovenia, and for good reason. <strong>Thermal spas are a huge Slovenian speciality<\/strong> and are scattered mainly across the eastern part of the country. For families with children the biggest draw is probably Terme \u010cate\u017e, which is essentially a gigantic water park with an enormous range of attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re after quieter relaxation and modern architecture, head to the more upmarket Terme Olimia or Thermana La\u0161ko with its gorgeous glass dome. <strong>Soaking in hot thermal water is an ideal plan for winter or cooler days<\/strong> outside the main summer season, when you need to warm up properly after a walk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Most thermal complexes also offer excellent sauna worlds. <strong>Slovenians take saunas very seriously<\/strong>, so you can look forward to professional sauna ceremonies and perfect relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Try_from_Slovenian_Cuisine\"><\/span>What to Try from Slovenian Cuisine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Slovenian cuisine is a wonderful mix of Italian, Austrian and Balkan influences. Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I eat meat-free and I have to say we ate absolutely brilliantly here. <strong>Our biggest sweet favourite is hands down the blejska krem\u0161nita<\/strong>, the perfect custard slice with puff pastry. Coffee also pairs beautifully with prekmurska gibanica, a layered cake filled with poppy seeds, curd cheese, walnuts and apples, or the traditional rolled cake called potica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the main meat-free dishes, <strong>definitely try ajdovi \u017eganci<\/strong>, a hearty buckwheat porridge that you can also have as a sweet dish with honey and milk. We also often had the excellent \u0161truklji, traditional rolled dumplings filled with curd cheese, cheese or mushrooms. The idrijski \u017elikrofi are also very popular \u2014 small potato dumplings you&#8217;ll adore with a creamy or mushroom sauce (just watch out for the meat-based bakalca sauce). The hearty bean soup jota is excellent too \u2014 just always ask for the meat-free version in the restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For meat lovers (which we aren&#8217;t, but the locals rave about it), <strong>an absolute classic is the famous Carniolan sausage<\/strong> or the air-dried Karst ham and pr\u0161ut. And of course great local wine goes with all of it. Try the white varieties Zelen and \u0160ipon from the Vipava and Styria regions, or pluck up the courage for the unique orange wine Rebula from the Gori\u0161ka Brda region. In the evening, locals like to round things off with a stronger plum, blueberry or Williams pear brandy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Next_More_Articles_About_Slovenia\"><\/span>Where to Next: More Articles About Slovenia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If this green alpine country has captured your heart and you want to dive into planning in more detail, definitely check out our other guides. I&#8217;ve prepared a detailed article, Slovenia: 15 Things to Do in Bled and at Lake Bohinj, where you&#8217;ll find specific spots for the best photos and parking at both legendary lakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those of you who love to travel by car, we&#8217;ve put together the complete Slovenia Road Trip: A 7-Day Itinerary. There you&#8217;ll find a precise day-by-day route plan. If you have more time off and want to do it really thoroughly from the mountains to the coast, make use of our longer Slovenia Road Trip: A 14-Day Itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re heading south as far as Croatia and want to combine the trip with the best of Slovenia, take a look at our article Slovenia and Croatia: A Journey Through the Julian Alps and Plitvice Lakes to Zadar. And if, on the other hand, you&#8217;re travelling purely for relaxation and hot springs, you&#8217;ll find inspiration in our roundup Wellness Hotels in Slovenia and Croatia: 12 Thermal Gems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_travel_to_Slovenia\"><\/span>When is the best time to travel to Slovenia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>&#8220;`html<br \/>\nFor high mountain hiking, river rafting and swimming in lakes, the best time is from late June to mid-September, when the weather is stable. Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass is usually closed during winter due to snow. Head to the sea ideally in August, and you can visit the popular thermal spas year-round without worry.<br \/>\n&#8220;`<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_is_enough_for_Slovenia\"><\/span>How many days is enough for Slovenia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For the ideal circuit, during which you&#8217;ll manage to see alpine lakes, caves and a bit of the sea, set aside five to seven days. Thanks to the country being relatively small, you won&#8217;t spend that much time on transfers. If you want to go on longer hikes or leisurely enjoy the coast, I recommend 10 to 14 days.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_highway_vignette_in_Slovenia_and_how_much_does_it_cost\"><\/span>Do I need a highway vignette in Slovenia and how much does it cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>&#8220;`html<br \/>\nYes, you&#8217;ll need an electronic motorway vignette (e-vignette), which is linked to your license plate. For a car, the weekly vignette costs \u20ac16. Slovenia unfortunately doesn&#8217;t offer a one-day vignette, so even if you&#8217;re just passing through the country to Croatia, you&#8217;ll need to buy the weekly version. You can easily purchase it online.<br \/>\n&#8220;`<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Slovenia_expensive\"><\/span>Is Slovenia expensive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Slovenia is generally a bit more expensive than the Czech Republic, but it&#8217;s still cheaper than neighboring Austria or Italy. A meal at a restaurant will typically cost you 11 to 15 \u20ac per person and a half-liter of beer costs around 3 to 4.5 \u20ac. Entrance fees to major attractions such as caves or castles usually run around 20 \u20ac.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Lake_Bled_or_Bohinj_better\"><\/span>Is Lake Bled or Bohinj better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It depends on what exactly you&#8217;re looking for. Bled is an iconic and breathtaking postcard with a castle and a little church on an island, but in summer there tend to be huge crowds of tourists here. Bohinj, on the other hand, is bigger, considerably wilder, and offers more peace and quiet as well as better options for hassle-free swimming in nature.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Postojna_or_Skocjan_Caves_%E2%80%94_which_one_to_choose\"><\/span>Postojna or \u0160kocjan Caves \u2014 which one to choose?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>&#8220;`html<br \/>\nPostojna Cave offers an underground train ride and the chance to see the rare olm, making it ideal for families with children. \u0160kocjan Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage site, the tour is on foot and offers a massive, absolutely breathtaking underground canyon with an abyss. They are considerably more authentic and less crowded.<br \/>\n&#8220;`<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_taste_from_Slovenian_cuisine\"><\/span>What to taste from Slovenian cuisine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>&#8220;`html<br \/>\nFor vegetarians, Slovenia is an absolute paradise. Try the sweet Bled cream cake krem\u0161nita, the layered cake gibanica, buckwheat porridge ajdovi \u017eganci, or the dumplings \u0161truklji filled with cottage cheese and mushrooms. Among meat dishes, the most famous is the traditional Carniolan sausage or air-dried prosciutto pr\u0161ut.<br \/>\n&#8220;`<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097007\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Slovenian_sea_like_and_can_you_swim_in_it\"><\/span>What is the Slovenian sea like and can you swim in it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Slovenia has just under 47 kilometers of coastline, but swimming here is very pleasant. The beaches are mostly pebbly, rocky, or made up of concrete platforms with steps. The only classic sandy beach can be found in the busier spa resort of Portoro\u017e.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097008\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Slovenia_from_the_Czech_Republic\"><\/span>How to get to Slovenia from the Czech Republic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The fastest and most comfortable route is by car through Austria (Linz, Salzburg and Villach) and the Karavanke Tunnel, taking about 6 to 7.5 hours from both Prague and Brno. Direct flights from Prague to Ljubljana are currently not operating, so another convenient alternative is the direct <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Flixbus\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/flixbus\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">FlixBus<\/a> coach service.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781355097009\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Slovenia_suitable_with_children\"><\/span>Is Slovenia suitable with children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely! It&#8217;s a very safe and compact country where transfers don&#8217;t take long. Kids will be thrilled by the underground train ride in Postojna Cave, boat trips on Lake Bled, easy walks around the lakes, and huge water parks with slides, such as Terme \u010cate\u017e or Terme Ptuj.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the 22 most beautiful places in Slovenia, from emerald lakes and the majestic Julian Alps to mysterious karst caves and the sun-drenched Adriatic coast.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":62857,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Slovenia: 22 Best Places to See & Do","rank_math_description":"Discover the 22 most beautiful places in Slovenia, from Lake Bled and the Julian Alps to karst caves and the Adriatic coast. 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