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Hiking

Slovenia is a hiking paradise. More than 10,000 kilometres of marked hiking trails.

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Biking

Explore Slovenia by bike. The dynamic landscapes of Slovenia, with their countless natural beauties, are ideal for a biking holiday.

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Wellness and Selfness

Choose to be pampered, to relax and regain your strength in the wellness centres of Slovenian spas.

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Yoga in Slovenia in the Embrace of Stunning Nature

Choose an amazing yoga experience in the great Slovenian outdoors.

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Lakes

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Parks

Discover a wealth of various plant and tree species.

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Taste Slovenia

Slovenian dishes taste of local ingredients. From nature!

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Wines of Slovenia

Where can you taste the wine from the three wine-growing regions of Slovenia?

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Castles

Slovenia is full of castles, manors, fortresses, and fortification systems.

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Culture

Slovenia boasts a rich cultural tradition.

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Food and wine

Love is experienced through the stomach.

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Slovenia is a hiking paradise

Walk through the dynamic and untouched nature.

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Alpine Slovenia

Ljubljana & Central Slovenia

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Alpine Slovenia

Alpine Slovenia is a world of friendly and accessible mountains and hills. Hiking and biking trails take you across the Julian Alps, the Kamnik-Savinja Alps and the Pohorje Hills to the highest peaks, rivers, lakes and waterfalls.
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Ljubljana & Central Slovenia

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.
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Thermal Pannonian Slovenia

Thermal Pannonian Slovenia is an area of healing waters and the most beautiful paths to well-being. Numerous Slovenian natural health resorts are strung among sunny hills with vineyards. Authentic and hearty local cuisine is provided by welcoming farms.
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Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia

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,
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Lake Bled

Piran and salt pans

Postojna cave

Lipica

Soča Valley

UNESCO World Heritage

Velika planina

Logar Valley

World’s Oldest Vine

Lake Bled

Lake Bled and its island, Bled Castle and Bled Cream Cake – make your wishes come true by enjoying a perfect experience in the heart of the Alps.
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Piran and salt pans

Piran is the most beautiful town on the Slovenian coast. The town, which hosts the Tartini Festival, attracts visitors with its museums, events, and the Sečovlje and Strunjan landscape parks.
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Postojna cave

Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle are the biggest attractions of the Slovenian karst. Do you know about them? Visit dragon offspring and knights!
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Lipica

Why is a visit to Lipica a must? One of the oldest stud farms in Europe offers equestrian experiences for experienced riders, the lovers of beautiful things, for families and children
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Soča Valley

The Soča Valley will inspire you with its natural features and opportunities to enjoy sports in nature. With the memories of the Isonzo (Soča) Front, it spreads the message of peace.
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UNESCO World Heritage

Slovenia protects treasures of global significance. Learn about Škocjan Caves, Idrija, and the Ljubljana Marshes – UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Velika planina

Velika Planina, with its prominent huts, boasts the largest shepherds’ settlement in Europe.
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Logar Valley

The Logar Valley Landscape Park is a place of peace and harmony, a place where man is at one with nature.
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World’s Oldest Vine

The Old Vine in the heart of Maribor is the oldest vine in the world. It boasts its own museum, and even an anthem.
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Cities and destinations

Explore 35 selected towns and destinations with a wide range of active experiences, culture, stunning nature, and hidden corners

Rogla - Pohorje
Rogla – the Pohorje Hills attracts with extensive forests, peat bog and lakes. Trails connect Rogla with ski slopes and Zreče with its thermal water with interesting villages. The Žiče Charterhouse with the oldest bar in Slovenia is located near Slovenske Konjice, and KSEVT, the Cultural Centre of European Space Technologies by Herman Potočnik Noordung, is not far away either.
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Bled
Bled is an image of paradise. This tourist gem of global dimensions on the edge of the Triglav National Park was nominated one of the seven new wonders of the world. It is distinguished by a mild, healing climate and thermal springs of lake water.
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Bohinj
Bohinj is a paradise valley embraced by the Julian Alps. Lake Bohinj that lies in the heart of the Triglav National Park, one of the oldest national parks in Europe, is the largest Slovenian natural lake, nested at the foot of unspoilt mountains and mountins.
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Soča Valley
The Soča Valley is the leading outdoor destination in Slovenia, it is a valley of action, festivals and discoveries. The emerald green river enables various water sports and numerous thematic trails run along the river that uncover the heritage of the First World War as well as other stories of the valley.
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Koroška
Koroška, a mountainous landscape with mighty forests that impresses with the treasures of Karawanken/Karavanke UNESCO Global Geopark, the subterranean world of Mt Peca, where you can go biking or kayaking, and with wide grasslands of the green Pohorje as well as an idle, dreamy character of the Drava River.
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Kranj
Kranj has always been the capital of the Slovenian Alps and is considered the cultural heart of Slovenia because of the greatest Slovenian poet France Prešeren. The special feature of the town is a river canyon in the town centre.
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Kranjska Gora
Kranjska Gora is an attractive mountain and tourist sports centre throughout the year. In the winter it sees Alpine skiers compete and top ski jumpers break new records at the near-by Planica. Cyclists endeavour to conquer the highest Slovenian mountain pass, and hikers can stop by many points of interest.
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Maribor – Pohorje
Maribor – Pohorje is a great starting point for those who want to discover the features of Eastern Slovenia. Ski slopes and hiking and mountain trails abound in the green hills of the Eastern-most part of Alpine Slovenia – and all just a stone’s throw from the city. The centre of the city boasts the oldest grapevine in the world.
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Radovljica
Radovljica, a medieval town with a moat and views of the Karavanke Alps and the Julian Alps, is known today as Sweet Radovljica (Radol'ca). The tradition of beekeeping and honey is supplemented with new sweet experiences. It has become a real capital of beekeeping and chocolate.
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Upper Savinja Valley
The Upper Savinja Valley and Logar Valley with the crystal-clear green River Savinja – preserves the of indigenous Alpine life. Feel nature in an iconic glacial valley, a tour in the Kamnik and Savinja Alps, on the Solčava Panoramic Road, the route with the most beautiful views, in a flower garden, or on the white slopes of the Golte ski resort.
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Cerkno
With its rolling hills and green valleys, the Cerkno region makes for an excellent hiking and cycling destination. In winter, you can have some fun in the snow on the most modern ski slope in Slovenia. Cerkno is located on the Idrija Fault, a source of thermal water for the only Slovenian spa in the Julian Alps. It is home to the world's oldest whistle and a unique Partisan hospital.
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Bela krajina
The Bela krajina region along the legendary border River Kolpa amazes with images of litter meadows full of silver birches. Črnomelj, Metlika and Semič are towns with quirky folklore, handicrafts, wine and excellent dishes.
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Cerklje na Gorenjskem
Cerklje na Gorenjskem, a town where the Ljubljana Basin meets the Alpine world of the Kamnik and Savinja Alps, is a starting point for many hiking and cycling routes and ascents to the ski resort Krvavec. In addition to many churches, a special attraction is Strmol Castle, one of the oldest preserved castles with extraordinary stories of contemporary history.
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Idrija
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Idrija boasts the second largest mercury mine in the world. It is also the birthplace of a distinct lace-making tradition, a specific culinary legacy and unique technical heritage. Discover "klavže" – water barriers that are the Slovenian equivalent of the pyramids in terms of their ingenious design.
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Kamnik
Kamnik is a medieval town with two castles, a monastery and a colourful street lined with artisan workshops. The town is inextricably linked with the Velika Planina plateau and its shepherding tradition. It is only a few minutes away from the largest Slovenian arboretum and the Terme Snovik spa, the spa nearest to the capital.
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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. Europe's most self-sustaining forest habitat is known as bear country. The hiking and cycling infrastructure is set up to work seamlessly with this extraordinary natural environment.
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Ljubljana
Ljubljana is the green capital of a green country. The image of the town by a river with picturesque bridges and a marketplace was designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik. The town of a thousand events is surrounded by parks and natural protected areas.
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Novo mesto
Novo mesto is the centre of Dolenjska, and it has an archaeological heritage of world importance. The town of situlae is surrounded by gentle wine-growing hills, where the typical Cviček wine is produced, and the mysterious Gorjanci Hills. Otočec Castle, the only “water castle” in Slovenia, is located on a small island in the River Krka.
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Škofja Loka
Škofja Loka and the Selca Valley and the Poljane Valley is the picturesque medieval set of the Škofja Loka Passion Play, which is on the UNESCO List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. One Loka (meadow), two valleys, three mountain ranges provide countless stories of all types of creativity: from artistic and handicraft to culinary.
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TOP 5 experiences in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia
In Ljubljana and Central Slovenia you can experience everything – from the vivacious cultural vibe to the peaceful moments in nature.
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Celje
Celje is the town of the Counts of Celje because of one of the most powerful European noble families. Celje Castle and the town centre are surrounded by a green environment where you can take an active break.
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Čatež and Posavje
The region of Posavje and Terme Čatež Spa offer an abundance of opportunities for 365 days of adventures a year. The largest Thermal Riviera is located near the confluence of rivers Sava and Krka, the two longest Slovenian rivers. There are as many as 6 picturesque castles here.
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Dobrna
Dobrna is a place with the oldest Slovenian health resort linked to the centre with a mighty chestnut alley, while pleasant walking, cycling and educational forest trails link it to the energy park, green nature and attractions in the surroundings.
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Dolenjska
In Dolenjska, a region of thermal springs along the Krka River, you can get from Šmarješke Toplice and Dolenjske Toplice to Novo mesto with its globally important archaeological heritage. The quirky Slovenian wine called Cviček is produced around the town of situlae.
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Laško
Laško is the confluence of well-being and health, brewing, beekeeping and herbalism. In the town below a castle, the Thermana Laško Spa is located right next to the Savinja River, and the Rimske terme Spa is not far away.
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Podčetrtek
Podčetrtek lies at the very heart of the region by the Sotla River. The Terme Olimia spa and the village of Olimje with its monastery and one of Europe’s oldest apothecaries beckon visitors to stop by.
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Rogaška Slatina
Rogaška Slatina is a place of glass production and the unique mineral water Donat Mg. The promenade located between Secession buildings has been connecting the famous health resort with the world-class medical centre for centuries.
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Pomurje
The Pomurje region is a land of springs of healing water. You will discover a floating mill and an island of love in the Mura River near Moravske Toplice, Radenci, Banovci and Lendava.
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Ptuj
Ptuj is an old town of new experiences. The castle above the town with the oldest wine cellars dominates over the streets with one of the most colourful carnivals in the world and the Kurenti masks, the exceptional character of which has also been recognised by UNESCO.
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Velenje - Topolšica
Velenje invites you to the town of the unique underground Coal Mining Museum, and Topolšica invites you to an attractive spa in the midst of green forests. Velenje has an attractive beach by the lake and hosts the largest children's festival in Slovenia.
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Top 5 experiences in Thermal Pannonian Slovenia
Find a way to well-being in spas. Discover the secrets of ancient castles. Make a toast with a glass of local wine varieties and spend a night in pleasant accommodation in nature.
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Ankaran
Ankaran is famed for its pleasant climate. Boasting one of the largest RV camps in Slovenia, Ankaran is a town that brushes against the Debeli Rtič Landscape Park.
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Brda
Welcome to this sunny and sweet part of the world, to a region of invigorating moments! Kick back and relax with a glass of lovely regional wine and get ready for a culinary extravaganza as you attend the traditional festivals, wander through romantic villages or roam amongst the vineyards, olive groves and orchards.
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Izola
The small seaside town grew on a former island. Even today it reflects the close bond its people have with the sea. Izola beckons: walk along its charming streets or get in on some fun water activities on one of the beaches here. The Strunjan cliff is the right place to experience pristine nature, whereas the verdant cultivated hinterland is well known for its exquisite grapes and olives.
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Koper
Koper is a town of a hundred suns which adorn the medieval Venetian palaces. The sun warms up the lagoon of the Škocjanski Zatok Nature Reserve with hundreds of birds, the Karst Edge and world famous climbing areas. Istrian cuisine draws you to numerous events.
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Karst
The Karst surprises with Postojna Cave, which is the most visited cave in Europe, Škocjan Caves with an extraordinary underground gorge and other world famous special features. Lipica has been the original stud farm of white Lipizzaner horses since 1580.
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Nova Gorica and the Vipava Valley
Nova Gorica and the Vipava Valley are the intersection of two worlds and different cultures. The wine growing region inspires with its gastronomy, and the city offers entertainment with its casinos.
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Portorož - Piran
Portorož and Piran are surrounded by salt pans on both sides. The high value of the famed salt enabled the rise of picturesque Piran in medieval times. In today’s cosmopolitan Portorož salt makes up a big part of the range of wellness services offered, which is regarded as one of the most comprehensive in Europe.
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TOP 5 experiences in Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia
The astonishing karst world, a landscape covered with vineyards, the sound of the waves, the elegance of white horses – allow the beauties of Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia to take your breath away.
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