Explore the world of the Karst in your own way.

Experience the mysterious Slovenian landscape through active experiences that you’ll remember for a long time.

Have fun in the Karst!

Welcome to a mysterious region, where there are exciting things to experience if you go below the rocky surface. Feel the magic of the Karst landscape on and below its surface. Discover the game of nature, which created unique masterpieces with the help of water. Learn about the incredible harmony between humans and rocks which led to the typical appearance of Karst villages. Although you’ll find it difficult to find water on the surface, the most refined flavours are the fruit of Karst soil. Explore this incredible Karst world. Regardless of whether you go deep underground or cross the landscape on foot, by bicycle, or on horseback, you’ll find breathtaking Karst surprises everywhere you go.

It’s a different world!

Experience the beauty of the Karst underground, where various water sources have carved incredible structures in stone. Visit the most famous karst caves and also explore other hidden gems below the Earth’s surface.

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Postojna Cave

The most visited tourist cave in Europe will surprise you at every step, regardless of whether you enter it by train or you follow the footsteps of the first cave explorers. Get the full picture of how...

Škocjan Caves

Descend into the deepest underground canyon in the world, which is a part of UNESCO world heritage. On your way through the Škocjan Caves, you will be amazed by massive, up to 15-metre-high stalagmites,...

The Križna Cave

Put on some rubber boots, switch on your torches, hop into a rubber boat, and go across the subterranean lakes of the Križna Cave accompanied by a guide. Experience its world in a fully authentic way.

Vilenica Cave

Enter the underground kingdom of the first tourist cave in Europe, which is, according to legend, home to fairies. Stir up your imagination in the Vilenica Cave, where an international literary festival...

Divača Cave

Experience the luxury of the peace and unspoilt nature of Divača Cave, which hosted Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria-Hungary and the famous psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud.  

Dimnice Cave

A walk through the Dimnice Cave system is a true science lesson about the typical karst cave phenomena. Did you known that a unique water supply system was established in the cave during World War II?...

In the footsteps of the first cave explorers

Is the explorer inside you keeping you restless? Experience the karst underground in the most authentic, boutique way. Put on your rubber boots, switch on your torches, and go into the most mysterious corners of the Postojna Cave.

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Cross the karst landscape on foot or by bicycle

A network of hiking and cycling trails will reveal to you all of the allure of the karst landscape. The trails will take you in the footsteps of history, natural, and cultural heritage. Regardless of whether you are looking for trails for a family walk or more difficult hiking and cycling challenges, there’s a trail for everyone.

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Karst hiking trails

Take a walk in charming small Karst villages and along the mysterious Karst landscape on diverse thematic trails. A section of the long-distance Alpe Adria Trail winds through the Karst, too.

Karst cycling trails

Asphalt, macadam or rugged – regardless of which cycling trail you choose, you’ll enjoy magnificent views and stops where you can meet hospitable locals.

Hiking in the Notranjska Regional Park

There are also plenty of hiking trails in the vicinity of another unique Karst feature – the intermittent Lake Cerknica. Ascend the neighbouring hills and plateaus, such as Mt Slivnica, Menišija and Javorniki...

Ideas for cycling in the Green Karst

Choose from an array of interesting cycling trails criss-crossing the Karst, a topography full of wonders and unique life forms. Ride along the trails named after animals and other inhabitants of this...

Green Karst destinations

Although the Karst landscape is mainly characterised by its geological formations, you’ll be surrounded by green stories here, too. Visit the destinations that have earned the Slovenia Green labels for their green and sustainability efforts.

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The Karst and Brkini

The world on the doorstep of the Mediterranean is rich in natural wonders both on the surface and underground. The typical stone villages counterbalance the full flavours of the typical wines and dishes...

Miren, Karst

Explore the Miren region, which links the green Vipava Valley with the mysterious Karst world.

Green Karst

The world stretching between the phenomena represented by the geology of the earth’s surface and its underground world, and mysterious green forests and meadows teeming with life.

The Karst from the saddle

If you like horses, then the Karst is just the right place for you to meet these lively beauties. Regardless of whether you send a horse into a gallop or take a horse-drawn carriage ride, your options are plentiful.

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Lipica

In the Karst, you can find the oldest European stud farm for Lipizzaners, noble white horses that will take your breath away with their beauty and elegance. Take a carriage ride, try to be a horse whisperer,...

A circular horseback riding trail

Experience the most idyllic image of the karst world. Go on a circular horseback riding trail, which will take you across karst meadows and through pleasant Karst villages.

A carriage ride around Lake Cerknica

Hop on a typical farmers’ wooden carriage, known as a ‘lojtrnik’, and go on an interesting panoramic ride around one of Europe’s largest intermittent lakes.

An active and educational experience learning about Karst heritage

Combine your journey through the Karst with a visit to interesting museums. Learn more about the landscape that you walked or cycled across. And don’t forget to make a stop in one of Slovenia’s most unusual museums.

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Living Museum of the Karst

Go on a 2–4-hour walk among the most typical natural and cultural features of the Karst. Learn about karst phenomena in nature and typical Karst architectural elements, such as wells, Karst shepherd's...

Park of Military History Pivka

As you travel around the Karst, make sure to visit the Park of Military History where you can, among other things, go inside a military submarine and see life-size tanks, air force airplanes, and a train...

Postojna Notranjska Museum

Enter the museum that uncovers the history of, and the life in, the Karst: from the formation of natural wonders to its rich cultural heritage.

Monument of Peace in Cerje

The observation tower in Cerje, the vantage point of the Karst Edge, is a unique monument dedicated to all defenders of Slovenian soil in the nation’s history.

When hunger strikes ...

There’s a saying in Slovenia: “An empty sack can’t stand upright.” So, after your active exploration of the Karst, your stomach will probably start to make noises. Especially if you glance upon typical Karst specialities, the prominent ones being the Karst prosciutto ham and the Karst Teran wine. Although they’ll be glad to offer you the very best that the Karst soil has to offer when you visit tourist farms, inns, and restaurants, it’s worth it to visit ‘osmice’ (pronounce: os-mee-tzeh) on colder days of the year. Osmice, which are temporary wine bars where you are provided with an excellent opportunity to taste typical Karst specialities, are linked by the Karst Wine Road, also an excellent place for a hike or a bicycle ride.

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Expand your horizons

The mild Mediterranean climate provides opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year. Visit Karst ‘neighbours’ and find out what they have in common.

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Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia

Global surprises from salt pans to karst caves.

Karst

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

Hiking through Slovenia's lowlands

Discover the of appeal of hiking in Slovenia’s lowlands.

Caves

Stunning underground caves, including the world-renowned Postojna Cave.

Biking

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

Discover the beauty of the inland areas of Slovenian Istria

The inland areas of Slovenian Istria will enchant you with their mix of the Mediterranean and the Karst and with picturesque villages hiding numerous cultural treasures.

The Vipava Valley

An awakening beauty, also recommended by the Lonely Planet.

Get to know Slovenia’s wine-growing side on its hiking trails

The vineyards are criss-crossed by countless hiking trails. Which one will you choose?

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Explore the world of the Karst in your own way.

Have fun in the Karst!

It’s a different world!

In the footsteps of the first cave explorers