SLOVENIA: IT'S ALL IN OUR NATURE.

Courage. Passion. Pride. Perseverance. Slovenia has all this in its nature.

It’s all in our nature.
We are inspired by its beauty,
we are defined by its character,
we feel one with its power.
And when you discover it all
– you will find your best.

Slovenia: it’s all in our nature.

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Courage. Passion. Pride. Perseverance. Slovenia has all this in its nature.

Slovenia has a heart that beats for sports. We are lucky to live in one of the greenest countries in the world, with extraordinary natural landscapes that inspire a passion for being active. Our stunning environment has shaped Slovenian athletes to be both cooperative and victorious.

Determination is in my nature.

Janja Garnbret – sport climber

💚 BLED

Lake Bled and a castle perched on a cliff is one of the most beautiful Alpine resorts in Europe.

Medals won at the Paris 2024 Games 🥇🇸🇮

The largest team to date represented Slovenia at the Summer Olympics, which took place in Paris from 26 July to 11 August. The result? Outstanding sporting competitions, Olympic surprises, numerous excellent placings and three Olympic medals – two gold medals for Slovenia with top performances by judoka Andreja Leški and sport climber Janja Garnbret, along a silver medal for Toni Vodišek in formula kite.

Andreja Leški
Judo, Women’s - 63kg

Janja Garnbret
Sport Climbing, Boulder & Lead

Toni Vodišek
Sailing, Men's Kite

A fighting spirit is in my nature.

Andreja Leški – judoka

💚 SOČA VALLEY

The Soča Valley is Slovenia's leading outdoor destination, a hub of action, festivals and discoveries. The emerald green Soča River offers a playground for various water sports, while numerous thematic trails wind along its banks, uncovering the heritage of the First World War as well as other captivating stories of the valley.

Slovenia at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

The Olympic family is proud of Slovenia's Paralympic athletes, whose inspiring life stories prove that Slovenia's sporting dreams are in its nature. The Paris Paralympic Games, which took place between 28 August and 8 September this year, featured the participation of 14 Para athletes from Slovenia. The Slovenian team returned home crowned with success: para-shooter Franček Gorazd Tiršek won the gold medal, and para-archers Živa Lavrinc and Dejan Fabčič won bronze.

Franček Gorazd Tiršek
shooting, air rifle standing, SH2

Živa Lavrinc and Dejan Fabčič
archery, mixed team recurve

Slovenia. Europe's green playground.

Being active in our free time is in our blood, and we can find opportunities for it everywhere – on land, in the water and even in the air. Mountains and the underground world, rivers and lakes, vast forests and the sea. A meeting point of four diverse geographical worlds: the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Karst and the Pannonian Plain. Wherever we go, we find something new; if it is unknown to us, we discover what we have not yet experienced. 365 days a year.

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Mountains and hills

From the green landscape, head to rocky heights, to Slovenian hills and mountains.

Slovenia’s waters

Discover the freshness and purity of Slovenia’s waters.

Green story of Slovenia

Plan your holidays in green.

Countryside

The countryside – in the middle of nature, with locals, and enjoying local food.

Nature parks

Discover a wealth of various plant and tree species.

Caves

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

Courage is in my nature.

Toni Vodišek – kitesurfer

💚 PIRAN

The most beautiful town on the Slovenian coast, Piran grew with the help of salt. The Piran salt pans, where world-class fleur de sel is still produced using age-old methods, were the foundation for this picturesque Mediterranean walled town with a charming church offering stunning views and a number of cultural attractions.

A passion for movement

On 23 September, Slovenia celebrates a national holiday dedicated to sport and recreation. Our love for exercise keeps us outdoors 365 days a year. Whether on land, in the water or in the air, Slovenia offers exceptional and diverse active experiences for all generations.

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Horseback riding

Equestrian centres, tourist farms and ranches offer various possibilities for horseback riding.

Biking

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

Water activities

Vacation by rivers, lakes, in thermal spas or at the seaside.

Adrenaline water activities to try in Slovenia

Experience the refreshing and daring fun on the wild waters of Slovenian rivers.

Winter activities

Head to Slovenia for active winter experiences on snow and ice.

Hiking and Mountaineering

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

Competitiveness is in my nature.

Kristjan Čeh – discus thrower

💚 PTUJ

Ptuj is an old town of new experiences. Overlooking the town, the castle with the oldest wine cellars hosts one of the most colourful carnivals in the world. The vibrant Kurenti masks, a highlight of this festival, have earned recognition from UNESCO.

Slovenia – diverse and accessible

In just a few hours, you can traverse the entire country, a luxury that few destinations offer. There are few countries in the world where you can experience the richness of four distinct worlds within a single day like in green Slovenia.

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The Mediterranean & the Karst in Slovenia

Enjoy the warmth of the seaside sun caressing your skin or descend to the mysterious world of underground caves.

Alpine Slovenia

Alpine Slovenia, at the heart of the mountains, along lakes and rivers. Visit Triglav National Park, Bled, Bohinj, Kranjska Gora and the Soča Valley.

Thermal Pannonian Slovenia

Pannonian Slovenia – a place to relax in natural spas, try prekmurska gibanica and meet the storks.

Ljubljana & Central Slovenia

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

Active outdoor experiences inspired by Slovenian athletes

Discover Slovenia's diversity through the stories of its athletes who are also ambassadors of Slovenian tourism. Try your hand at descending the Olimpline zipline like Janja Garnbret, or cycle on the favourite roads of Olympic gold medallist Primož Roglič.

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Five cycling experiences in Slovenia picked by Tadej Pogačar

Cycling experiences in Slovenia that the two-time Tour de France winner swears by.

Janja Garnbret and Tjaša Slemenšek discover Koroška

Unforgettable experiences of Carinthia through the eyes of the queen of sport climbing and her best friend.

Cycling in Štajerska with the Roglič family

Discover the charms of the wine-growing regions around Ormož and Ptuj with Primož Roglič's family.

Top winter activities according to alpine skier Ilka Štuhec

Tips from ski champion Ilka Štuhec for an unforgettable winter experience in Slovenia.

Tina Maze recommends – the top five adventures in Slovenia

A few tips from the top Slovenian athlete Tina Maze on where to find adventures in Slovenia.

Teamwork is in my nature.

Tine Urnaut, member of the Slovenian men's national volleyball team

💚 POSTOJNA CAVE

The most visited tourist cave in Europe is a place where the proteus or olm offspring are once again hatching. The cave railway has been operating at the cave for 140 years. Predjama Castle is located close to Postojna Cave and is the largest cave castle in the world.

What is the secret to the success of Slovenian athletes?

Although small in size, Slovenia is huge when it comes to sporting success per capita. Check out some of the reasons why the green country in the heart of Europe has so many top athletes.

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Slovenia has a heart that beats for sports!

Sports have a special importance in Slovenia. A number of world-class athletes also inspire Slovenians to spend their free time actively.

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Victory is in our nature.

Members of the Slovenian women's national handball team

💚 LJUBLJANA

Ljubljana is the green capital of a green country. The area on either side of the river with its picturesque bridges and the central market owes its distinctive appearance to the great architect Jože Plečnik. The city of thousands of events is surrounded by parks and areas of protected nature.

Paris 2024 and the Slovenian Olympic team in numbers

26 July–11 August 2024

200+ participating countries

329 different disciplines

90 Slovenian athletes

Slovenia, a top sports destination

Welcome to the land of exceptional sports culture. Get to know the possibilities of why Slovenia is an excellent sports choice for the successful implementation of sports preparations and the organization of recreational and top sports competitions.

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Let's cheer together with pride! #teamslovenia

We keep our fingers crossed for Slovenian athletes with love and pride, encouraging them and looking forward to their success, whether in person, on TV or on social media.

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Slovenia – a top sporting (desti)nation

In a country with a rich sports culture inspired by its diverse natural environment, we take pride in our winning mindset. This spirit has earned Slovenia more than 100 Olympic medals. In addition, Slovenia stands out as a proud host of prestigious international sports competitions and tournaments, as well as a sought-after destination for sports training and rehabilitation.

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Keeping Slovenia green together

Green, active and healthy Slovenia is renowned for its commitment to sustainable tourism development. Under the auspices of the internationally recognised Green Scheme of Slovenian Tourism, we implement green policies and promote green experiences. Our aim is to preserve this remarkable diversity for ourselves and future generations, while extending a warm invitation to visitors worldwide. Let's discover the unique allure of Slovenia together!

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SLOVENIA: IT'S ALL IN OUR NATURE.

Courage. Passion. Pride. Perseverance. Slovenia has all this in its nature.

Medals won at the Paris 2024 Games 🥇🇸🇮