Countryside

Slovenia’s beekeeping tradition

Slovenians have always been a nation of excellent beekeepers. Our knowledge of bees was appreciated by the Vienna court and everywhere in the world.  Slovenians devote particular care to our native honeybee species, the Carniolan honeybee, we produce excellent honey and offer unforgettable experiences of people’s coexistence with bees that you will think back fondly on for a long time. 

Scented herbal experiences

Do you enjoy a cup of herbal tea? Slovenian meadows and forests are rich in a variety of herbs that are beneficial to your well-being.  Uncle Kosobrin from Vandot’s tales about the young hero Kekec affirms: “There is a plant for every disease in the world”. Experience the power of herbs with all five senses.  Try a herbal adventure that will calm you and fill you with renewed energy. 

The story of Slovenian olive oil

Have you ever tasted extra virgin olive oil from Slovenian Istria? Oil with a protected designation of origin will surely impress your taste buds. You will also find the rich taste of olive oil in other parts of Slovenia that are influenced by the Mediterranean climate. Follow it from the olive orchard to the press.

Top flavours offered by nature

The Slovenian countryside is a treasure trove of genuine and rich flavours.  Not just from a home garden or a field.  The forests and meadows are brimming with excellent ingredients that will enrich your food or make for a delicious cup of herbal tea. The many fragrances will entice you: the aroma of wild garlic in spring, the bouquet of forest fruits and herbs in summer and in autumn the air in the forest is flooded with the perfume of mushrooms.  What would you pick? 

Traditionally rural and modern at the same time.

Tradition has an important role in Slovenia’s countryside. Many farms have kept their original architecture and pleasant homeliness, though some have also acquired a new freshness with a touch of modern design. Spend the night in renovated cottages that were once inhabited by locals. Return to nature and to your own true self in accommodation that has preserved tradition in a contemporary way.

Glamping – your luxury holiday in the great outdoors

Glamorous camping has won the hearts of all those who want something more from their holiday – boutique accommodation with a story in the middle of stunning surroundings. Slovenia has a lot to offer here. Each glamping site tells its own story, and some are particularly committed to sustainability.

Sleeping in castles

Slovenia is dotted with castles, mansions and forts. Many have suffered the ravages of time, but dozens of them now play interesting roles. Some have been converted into hotels or offer accommodation for anyone who’d like to feel some of the romance of days gone by. Create your own fairy tale about princesses and knights and spend the night protected by castle walls.

Campsites in Slovenia – your contact with nature

Camping takes you back to the roots, closer to nature. Most camps in Slovenia offer more than just plots for an overnight stay. In addition to plots for pitching tents and parking caravans and motorhomes, more and more camps are offering mobile homes and glamping accommodation. Slovenia's five-star campesites invite you to enjoy a relaxing, comfortable, and fun holiday.