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Ljubljana & Central Slovenia are a great starting point to fall in love with Slovenia's special features. The capital, whose name sounds like beloved in Slovenian (Ljubljana–ljubljena), lives with a thousand faces of urban culture and art, festivals and events. It is joined with the marsh where the oldest wheel in the world was discovered. Green trails around Central Slovenia lead to places of UNESCO heritage of humanity and primeval forests.
DESTINATION AWARDS
Idrija with the heritage of the mercury mine, the Škofja Loka Passion Play, the Ljubljana Marshes and the Krokar primeval forest in the Kočevsko region have been inscribed on the UNESCO lists of the heritage of humanity. More
Ljubljana swears by its green strategy and prides itself on having obtained the golden Slovenia Green label. More
Destinations Bela krajina, Novo mesto, Kamnik, Škofja Loka and Idrija were awarded the Slovenia Green label. More
The River Kolpa and Idrija were awarded the title of the European Destination of Excellence by the European Commission. More
Destinations with a hint of urban and mysterious nature
Ljubljana
A lively green city combining the charm of a small capital and the self-confidence of large European cities.
Kamnik
A charming medieval town nestled in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps.
Cerklje na Gorenjskem
Your first contact with Slovenia and its green Alpine landscape when you step off the plane
Kočevje Region
Together with the Krokar primeval forest, which is inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List, the Kočevje Region makes for a truly mystical forest landscape.
Bela krajina
A melting pot of cultures in the very south of Slovenia by the River Kolpa
Škofja Loka
A historic town of tradition and creativity in the vicinity of Ljubljana and an excellent starting point for exploring the Julian Alps.
Idrija
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Idrija boasts the second largest mercury mine in the world.
Novo mesto
An archaeological gem in the heart of Europe, embraced by the River Krka and the Dolenjska landscape with its gentle hills.
TOP 5 experiences in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia
Walk around the green capital of Ljubljana, learn about the life of herdsmen on Velika planina, explore the natural and cultural treasures of the UNESCO heritage of humanity and surrender yourself to the humming of ancient forests in the Kočevsko region and of the River Kolpa, the warmest Slovenian river.
Experience the very best!
Are you ready to experience something special, something that you won’t be able to find anywhere else? Choose unique boutique five-star experiences in Ljubljana and Central Slovenia, which you’ll remember fondly for the rest of your lives.
Moustache Tour
A 3.5-hour cycling tour through Ljubljana's most beautiful streets and parks, which will introduce you to the moustached giants of Slovenian culture.
Moustache Tour
MoreLjubljana Castle for you
A private tour through the 900-year history of a medieval fortress – a unique castle and culinary experience in the heart of the capital city.
Ljubljana Castle for you
MoreGreen Facts
Slovenia writes a green story. Feel it at every step.
With over 542 m² of public green areas per capita, Ljubljana is one of the greenest cities of Europe. Almost half of the green areas are covered with forests.
The largest beast in Slovenia, the brown bear, is the undisputed king of these forests and a protected species to boot.
The area of Krvavec is a part of the conservation area of the Kamnik and Savinja Alps and the Natura 2000 nature protection network.
The UNESCO Global Geopark Idrija is recognized as a geological, natural and cultural heritage site with great potential for developing sustainable geotourism.
Only one step from the city to nature
Enjoy the exciting vibe of the Slovenian capital and take a stroll among the masterpieces of the architect Jože Plečnik. Green nature and popular hiking destinations await you just a short distance from the city centre. In southern Slovenia, have some fun by the country’s warmest river.
Book your experience
Take a break in the heart of Slovenia! Surrender to the busy flow of the Slovenian capital and other towns – Celje, Žalec, Novo mesto, Kamnik, etc. Enjoy the beauties of green nature, from the high mountains to idyllic hills, all just a few steps away. Choose and book your holiday today!
World-class Slovenian wines and cuisine – 5 days
Holidays for wine lovers. Learn about the best Slovenian wine-makers and their wines. Enjoy the tast
Hiking, wine, and cuisine
Experience Slovenia actively and enjoy wine and culinary delights. Visit Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj, Bov
A quick getaway in the heart of vineyards
A brief getaway in Slovenia’s largest wine-growing region will take your breath away due to the beau
Eight days – Mysterious lakes, Ljubljana and Dolenjske toplice
Discover the beauty of two lakes, stroll around the streets of the old centre of Ljubljana and treat
Discover other regions
If you go north or north-east, you will come to the world of the highest mountaintops of the Alpine Slovenia. In the east, you will feel the power of the healing waters of Thermal Pannonian Slovenia. West and south-west of Central Slovenia, you will be able to discover the secrets of the karst world, the wine-growing Vipava Valley and Brda as well as the attractive blue colours of the sea on the Slovenian coast.
Alpine Slovenia
Activities among the highest mountains and the wildest waters.
Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia
Global surprises from salt pans to karst caves.
Thermal Pannonian Slovenia
Feeling good between health resorts and wine-growing hills.
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