Slovenia is accessible for people with reduced mobility and other disabilities, and destinations and providers are striving to make their attractions and experiences as accessible as possible for people with different disabilities. There are still many opportunities to make tourist attractions even more accessible and welcoming.
Accessible tourism is tourism that pays special attention to making tourism attractions and experiences more accessible and welcoming for people with physical and sensory disabilities, people with intellectual and psychological barriers, those travelling with children in prams, the elderly and people who find tourism difficult for other health reasons (diabetes, allergies, heart disease, etc.).
Will you arrive in Slovenia by plane? Slovenia's main airport is committed to providing a safe, comfortable and relaxed airport experience for all passengers. Airport staff are always available to help and provide information.
You can explore Slovenia by train. Some train stations are equipped with lifts and railway staff are happy to help passengers access the platforms. In order to ensure that passengers with reduced mobility or other disabilities can travel as comfortably as possible, it is recommended that you make an appointment 48 hours before the train departs. Trains that allow easier access to the carriage are specially marked in the timetables.
City buses also run around the capital, Ljubljana, and have wheelchair and pushchair access with a lift ramp. Passengers can also get information on routes and arrivals by calling or online. Most of the city's buses are equipped with audio announcements at stops, and individual stops are equipped with tactile floor signs and tactile signs to make the journey as easy as possible for the blind and partially sighted. In Maribor, all public transport vehicles have been adapted to make them more accessible. However, buses can only accommodate one wheelchair at a time, so it is advisable to check availability with the operator before planning your trip.
Free city tours are available in electric vehicles, known as Kavalirs in Ljubljana and Maisters in Maribor. They are specially designed for older tourists, persons with physical and sensory impairments, parents with small children and other city visitors. Each mini vehicle can carry five to six passengers at a time, and wheelchair access is facilitated by a special ramp. Pick-up arrangements can be made by telephone or by hailing the vehicle as it drives through the city.
You will find locations in Slovenia that are partially or fully accessible to people with disabilities. Some tourist facilities boast a "Disabled Friendly" certificate. They include a number of guesthouses, hotels, spas, museums and attractions. You will find some tips for your trip below, most of which have been tried and recommended by people with disabilities.
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The municipality of Ljubljana is the recipient of several European Access City Awards and is committed to removing barriers for people with reduced mobility. The renovated pavements in the city centre make it easier for wheelchair users to get around, and a new tactile path for the blind and partially sighted has been created on the Ljubljanica riverbank. Public toilets for the disabled have been installed in the city centre.
More and more public and cultural facilities are equipped with induction loops and lifts, and public transportation is more accessible. Under the Butcher's Bridge, disabled people can also access tourist boats on the Ljubljanica River, and a special Info Point 65+ is available for the elderly and people with special needs.
Many city attractions are accessible to people with disabilities. You can contact the TICs to plan your excursions, ask in advance about special guided tours and recommendations or choose to be accompanied by an experienced guide. Below we present some interesting city experiences, highlighting cultural and artistic institutions with a special eye for tailor-made guided tours and experiences.
Slovenia is famous for its green nature and breath-taking views, the aromas of nature, the sounds of the forest... You will experience authentic Slovenia at its best in nature, outdoors. There are many natural attractions in all parts of the country. The diverse flora and fauna and the varied landscapes invite you all year round. Spend your holidays in the countryside, visit nature parks and enjoy the beauty of nature. You can get in touch with nature right on the outskirts of towns and cities.
Most Slovenian beaches are wheelchair accessible. Not all beaches have access to the sea arranged for wheelchairs. Some information can be found in this section.
Access to the sea is arranged via a concrete ramp on the beach in Izola, where there is also a swimming area with a therapeutic pool, accessible by a lift. There is also a beach for the blind and partially sighted, which is specially adapted for people with vision problems, with barrier-free guiding paths and tactile markings.
The renovated beach in Žusterna offers lift access to the sea for people with reduced mobility. There is also a large changing cubicle, sanitary facilities with the so-called EURO lock, and sun loungers that are higher than usual to accommodate disabled people.
On the greenest part of Slovenia's coast, Ankaran, the Adria Ankaran beach (including the swimming pool) and the Debeli Rtič beach access is arranged for people with disabilities. In the latter, access is only available in the indoor pool.
Slovenia's largest beach, the central beach in Portorož, also offers access to the beach and a ramp to the sea. Some hotel beaches also have available access.
Slovenia's natural spas are also very attentive to people with disabilities.
Laško, a town located by Savinja River, known especially for its brewing and spa tradition, was awarded the EDEN Destination of Excellence title a decade ago. It is due to its efforts and good practices in bringing tourist experiences closer to people with reduced mobility, the blind and the partially sighted. In Thermana Laško and Rimske Terme, access to the swimming pool complexes is properly arranged and guide dogs are allowed in the rooms for the blind and partially sighted. Mobile induction loops are available for the hearing impaired at Thermana Laško. The honey garden in Laško Spa Park is also equipped with Braille signs.
Special care is taken at Terme Dobrna for guests with physical or other disabilities, for example in Hotel Vita 4*, access to the thermal pools, the medical centre, restaurants, terrace café, beauty centre and lecture rooms is properly arranged. Accommodation is given extra attention, with rooms on every floor of Hotel Vita designed and adapted for the physically disabled, with suitable beds, bathrooms and other in-room equipment. The Spa Park is always available and accessible for guests to admire nature, enjoy the fresh air and visit the park's energy points.
Terme Krka comprises three Slovenian natural health resorts: Terme Dolenjske Toplice, Terme Šmarješke Toplice and the seaside centre Talaso Strunjan. Their core business is medical rehabilitation in various fields, and their spas have a number of specialists who provide holistic rehabilitation or treatment. Their services are significantly shaped by the natural factors in the environment of each spa – in Dolenjske Toplice and Šmarješke Toplice it is thermal water, and in Talaso Strunjan it is everything connected with the sea: seawater, sea climate, sea mud and salt. The accommodation and other facilities of the centres are accessible to people with physical and other disabilities according to the specific indications of the spas. Certain hotel rooms and other facilities and accesses are adapted to the fullest extent possible. They also adapt their offer to their guests – Terme Krka offers a wide range of health and relaxation services and programmes, allowing them to create varied holiday packages for different target groups of guests. They also cooperate with many associations and societies representing people with disabilities, offering accommodation and treatment packages tailored to their needs, wishes and expectations.
Just a stone's throw from the coast and in the heart of the balmy sea climate, Terme Portorož offers access from the outside for people with reduced mobility – the entrance is reached via a ramp. There is a lift between the spa and the hotel floors. The thermal complex is directly accessible via lift from Grand Hotel Portorož. Access to the swimming pool is arranged for wheelchair users. All pools have railings by the steps, and lifeguards can assist with entry. Toilet facilities are also adapted for people with disabilities.
Thirteen rooms in Hotel Termal have bathrooms adapted for guests with disabilities. There are ramps and lifts to the hotel, swimming pools and restaurants throughout the spa area. A special lift is available to help people with disabilities when entering the Hotel Termal's swimming pool. Wheelchair rental is also available at the Health Department. The spa adds that, in principle, a person with disabilities who is independent can use all of its hotel accommodation (with the exception of the apartments due to the stairs), restaurants, health services and bathing in the thermal water.
Terme Ptuj has lift access to hotel rooms, swimming pools and restaurants In the bungalows and holiday homes, walkways are added for easier wheelchair access, upon prior arrangement. Wheelchair rental is also available at the Thermal Park's Health Department. People with disabilities are welcome to stay at this spa if they are accompanied, as there are no automatic door openers, adapted showers or lifts to enter the pools.
In Radenci, all rooms at Radin A/B, Izvir and Izvir-Medico Hotels are accessible by lifts, while five rooms at Hotel Izvir are specially adapted for guests with disabilities. Staff can help guests carry their luggage. The main entrance of Zdravilišče Radenci has a ramp, and there are ramps in all departments and in most of the common areas. There is a ramp leading to the thermal area at the outside entrance, and a ramp from the lobby of the Hotel Izvir for smooth access to the thermal complex, physiotherapy and wellness facilities. There is a lift at the entrance to the swimming pool of the spa complex. Toilets and rooms with showers are also adapted for disabled people, and lifeguards are available to help if needed. An induction loop is installed in the Congress Hall. The restaurant in Hotel Radin has tables reserved for disabled guests, and the waiting staff is available to help with buffet tables or serving.
Terme Čatež, famous for its Summer and Winter Thermal Riviera, is recognised as the largest water park in Central Europe. Its therapeutic pool is particularly popular among guests with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. The pool has a ramp at the entrance, allowing guests to access the water independently, without the need for assistance or a lift. The entrance to the water park is designed to be user-friendly and barrier-free. In addition, one of the outdoor pools at the year-round Thermal Riviera is equipped with a fixed lift for people with disabilities, operated from the water by a lifeguard.
Slovenia is a country where lovers of exceptional flavours will find plenty to suit them. Whether in traditional taverns or top restaurants, in wine bars or wine cellars.
Many accommodation facilities, especially the larger hotels, offer access without stairs and lifts. Some smaller accommodation facilities are particularly welcoming to guests with special requirements, adapting their service and experiences to suit their needs. We recommend that you check the specific features and adaptations of each provider before booking your accommodation to make your stay as pleasant and carefree as possible. You can also visit the "Brez ovir" website to find verified lodgings that have made special efforts to provide access and services for people with reduced mobility.
In the heart of the Notranjska region, nestled in one of Slovenia's more secluded yet accessible corners, the Ars Viva Hostel has been writing a unique story for years. Set in an idyllic rural environment, not far from gems like Lake Cerknica and Snežnik Castle, the hostel is especially welcoming to vulnerable groups due to its accessibility and thoughtfully designed facilities.
This renovated resort, located not far from the beach at the lighthouse in Izola, is the only Slovenian resort that fully adapts its above-standard facilities for people with reduced mobility. It offers a carefree and barrier-free holiday for guests with reduced mobility, their companions, families and other guests.
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