Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia

Global surprises from salt pans to karst caves.

The Mediterranean & the Karst in Slovenia merge the wonders of the Karst and the taste of traditional sea salt. Coastal towns show their beauty in the sun, green Istrian rural areas are home to original cuisine with olive oil and wild plants, Brda and the the Vipava Valley are home to world famous wines, while the Karst uncovers the secrets of caves which are among the most visited in Europe. It is also home to the famous white Lipizzaner horses. One of the wonders of the Karst environment is the largest intermittent lake in Europe.

DESTINATION AWARDS

The Vipava Valley was placed on Lonely Planet's top ten destinations in Europe list, which it recommends to visitors this year. More

Škocjan Caves are listed among UNESCO’s natural heritage sites. More

The destinations of Izola, Koper, Kras in Brkini, Miren Kras, Postojna and Portorož - Piran have been awarded the Slovenia Green Gold label. More

Ajdovščina, Nova Gorica and Vipava have been awarded the Slovenia Green Destination Silver label. More

Koper was awarded the title of the European Destination of Excellence by the European Commission. More

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Destinations with the scent of the Mediterranean

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Portorož - Piran

The very centre of social events on the coast and one of the most beautiful historical Mediterranean towns, connected by the story of salt.

Koper

This picturesque historical town with its own green surroundings is a bridge between the Karst and the Sub-Mediterranean world.

Ankaran

A green and healthy starting point to explore Slovenian Istria.

Karst

The world of underground wonders, stunning natural phenomena and unique tastes.

Nova Gorica and the Vipava Valley

The land of unique vines and first-rate cuisine between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea

Brda

Sun-Kissed Wine Country between the Alps and the Mediterranean

Izola

Enter the World of Fish and Get in Touch with the Authentic Mediterranean!

Visit Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia

Visit the pleasant coastal towns, picturesque places in Brda and the Vipava Valley and encounter the outstanding karst phenomena

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TOP 5 experiences in Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia

Visit the karst caves with the Postojna Cave, the queen of all caves, at the forefront. Embark on a trip to the captivating seaside towns wrought with history. Learn about the elegant white Lipizzaner horses. Feel the salt on your skin, taste the nobility of the local wines and dishes with excellent olive oil.

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 Mediterranean and Karst Slovenia, which you’ll remember fondly for the rest of your lives.

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Learn about the story of the best farmed fish in the world and enjoy its incredible taste.

An unforgettable day at the Fonda Fish Garden

From 66,00 €

A documentary experience that opens the door to secret rooms where unusual hotel activities took place during the Iron Curtain period.

Secret rooms of the Hotel Jama

From 50,00 €

A nostalgic journey in legendary classic cars through Istria’s olive groves.

Vintage Gourmet Tour

From 410,00 €

An adrenaline-fuelled adventure in the most famous karst cave in Europe, which will transform you from tourists into explorers.

In the footsteps of the first cave explorers - In the footsteps of Luka Čeč

From 200,00 €

In the magical ambiance of the Fonda Fish Garden, right by the sea and a stone's throw from the Sečovlje Salt Pans, you will learn in a small group everything...

Mediterranean fish cooking workshop with Irena Fonda

From 165,00 €

Green Facts

Slovenia writes a green story. Feel it at every step.

Venture into the embrace of the region's green treasures on an electric bike or electric scooter.

Almost the entire Karst destination belongs among the Natura 2000 sites. This includes Lake Cerknica, the largest intermittent lake in Europe.

Decanter magazine recognised three traditionally produced wines from the Vipava Valley as the best natural wines in the world.

Every year most of the bathing areas and the marina are awarded a blue flag, which is an international ecological symbol denoting the quality of natural bathing areas and marinas.

First hand Mediterranean and Karst

Learn about the stories stemming from salt, carved in stone and hidden among the green vineyards. Descend into the karst caves, enjoy the beach, explore its hinterland with a diverse range of tastes and enjoy the view of the fertile landscape with a glass of top-quality vine.

Surrender yourself to the gracefulness of the Mediterranean and the Karst.

Among waves, the burja wind, and the wonders of the karst landscape

Visit picturesque coastal towns and the romantic inland areas of Istria. The karst world will take your breath away with its stunning above-ground and underground phenomena. The Vipava Valley invites visitors with its diverse flavours and active experiences all year round.

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The Vipava Valley

Enter the green splendour of the Vipava Valley. The green landscape, shaped by the sun and the bora wind, provides many wonderful culinary treats and a series of possibilities for active holidays.

Discover the beauty of the inland areas of Slovenian Istria

Numerous cultural gems hidden from the crowds and the hospitality of the locals are just a couple of reasons to visit the inland areas of Slovenian Istria.

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Experience Koper and its inland areas

Explore the wonderful Koper countryside and discover the rich cultural heritage of Koper and its inland areas.

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Osmice wine bars

Follow the trail of ivy branches and visit ‘wine bars’ called osmice – these are occasional wine bars in the Primorska wine-growing region that have a tradition dating back more than two hundred years. Local residents will not only serve you wine, but will also gladly offer you a slice of wind-dried ham (pršut), pancetta, home-made bread, štruklji (dumplings filled with curd cheese), strudels, and other delicious delicacies.

200 years of cave tourism for Postojna Cave

Postojna Cave has been welcoming visitors into its marvellous underground world for 200 years. Experience unique cave adventures and lose yourself in adventures offered in its vicinity.

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Summer dreams at the Slovenian coast

The Slovenian coast invites visitors to come and experience its charming medieval towns, the scent of salt, and its green countryside filled with authentic Istrian flavours.

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Experience the salty luxury of Piran

Piran is a town that grew on salt. Discover the salt-making tradition that influenced the development of the town and how it is involved in the city today.

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EXPO Postojna Cave Karst

Is the explorer inside you keeping you restless? Visit the largest interactive exhibition about caves and karst in the world, and discover the mysteries about how Postojna Cave was formed and how its tourism developed.

Enjoy thermal experiences on the coast

The sea has its own power. Feel it on your own skin. Choose to enjoy thalasso therapy or other thermal spa treatments on the Slovenian coast.

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Active fun on the Slovenian coast

Spend an active holiday on the Slovenian coast. Find refreshment with a number of activities at the seaside or explore the countryside by bicycle, on foot, or on a horse.

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The greatest gastronomic events in Slovenia

You can visit events with a culinary focus in every season, where you can learn in greater detail about the local cuisine and culinary specialities from the immediate as well as greater vicinity. To help you make a decision, we would like to offer a few hints where you can go.

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Top tourist guided tours in the Mediterranean and Karst Slovenia

Discover attractions and places in the embrace of the Mediterranean climate. Venture out on a tour of the Mediterranean and Karst Slovenia accompanied by tourist guides.

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Spend your holidays at the campsites of Mediterranean and Karst Slovenia

The campsites in Slovenia’s Mediterranean and Karst areas are caressed by the warm sun and the gentle aroma of the sea. They are located along the Adriatic coast and inland in the Karst region. Campsites among vineyards are especially enchanting.

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Book your experience

The view of the magnificent blueness of the Slovenian sea will make your heart sing. Explore the underground treasures of the Slovenian Karst and surrender yourself to daydreaming in the wonderful surroundings of the Vipava Valley and Goriška Brda. Choose and book your holiday today!

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Boutique fairy-tale in the heart of Slovenian Istria. A two-day stay and a guided tour of olive groves with first-class tasting of gourmet delights featuring...

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Experience the magic of RED FAIRYTALE in the heart of the Slovenian Istrian countryside

: Gastronomy

Persons:: 2

Nights:: 2

Location:: Marezige

Provider:: RED FAIRYTALE Tourist Farm

Star rating:: (3)

From 116,00 €

There's never a wrong time for ultimate pampering. Indulge in the soothing effects of spa treatments and savour an unforgettable gourmet experience.

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Ultimate pampering

: Health and well-being

Persons:: 1

Nights:: 1

Location:: Nova Gorica

Provider:: Perla, Resort & Entertainment****

Star rating:: (4)

From 147,00 €

Are you a fan of indulgence and exploring flavours? Then the Perla Gourmet package is perfect for you: in addition to relaxation in the Spa Perla wellness...

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Perla Gourmet

: Gastronomy

Persons:: 1

Nights:: 1

Location:: Nova Gorica

Provider:: Perla, Resort & Entertainment****

Star rating:: (4)

From 858,00 €

Visit us in the Karst, home of pršut, sunshine and friendly people. With the "Simply Enjoy" weekend package, you will surrender to our team, who will...

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Simply Enjoy

: Gastronomy

Persons:: 2

Nights:: 2

Location:: Komen

Provider:: Špacapanova hiša d.o.o.

Star rating:: (4)

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Discover other regions

Allow yourself to be fascinated by other Slovenian regions, too – the Alpine Slovenia with its mighty mountaintops and clear waters and the treasury of active experiences in nature, Ljubljana and Central Slovenia with an excellent combination of vivacious urban life and genuine contact with unspoilt nature as well as Thermal Pannonian Slovenia with an abundance of therapeutic thermal springs and wine growing hills.

Thermal Pannonian Slovenia

Feeling good between health resorts and wine-growing hills.

Alpine Slovenia

Activities among the highest mountains and the wildest waters.

Ljubljana & Central Slovenia

Liveliness of the capital and nature hikes – to primeval forests.

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