The magical image of the colourful autumn countryside. The aroma of fresh produce and autumn fruit that invites you to sit at the table. The new wine vintage that fills up barrels in wine cellars. These are only some of the reasons why you should visit Slovenia in the autumn. Here are a few things that you need to add to your list of autumn experiences and which Slovenians like to make the most of at this time of year.
While you stroll in charming Slovenian cities you can’t miss the aroma of roasted chestnuts spreading through streets and squares. Stop at a street chestnut vendor and treat yourself to a scoop. A glass of must and, on colder days, of mulled wine goes down beautifully.
Autumn is festive for grape and wine growers, as this is the time of the new wine vintage. They will happily invite you to have a taste of must and also try some other home-made goodies. Wine cellars get particularly merry and lively on St. Martin's Day, as this is the time when must turns into young wine.
Slovenia swears by locally produced and seasonal food. Autumn is generous with various produce and fruit, so it’s the perfect time to enjoy the hospitality and fine cuisine of a good restaurant. Numerous gastronomic events also take place, such as Restaurant Week, November Gourmet, Taste Radol'ca and many others.
In autumn, nature wears colourful garments. Each leaf is like a flower, painted in a warm shade of its own. And this symphony of colours invites many to take a stroll on the leafy carpet and take to the heights for magnificent autumn views. In autumn, some corners of Slovenia are especially worthy of visiting because of their splendour. Discover them!
Farmers in the Mediterranean and Karst Slovenia used to have the right to sell their produce and wine tax-free for eight days a year. This is where the name osmica (eight) come from, and you can find such farms in Kras, the Vipava Valley and Slovenian Istria even today. They are usually open twice a year, in autumn and spring, for ten days, giving you a golden opportunity to try characteristic local specialties and wine.
When cold autumn breezes and rainy days come, it’s time to head indoors. What about taking a look at an interesting exhibition or museum collection? Slovenia offers a wealth of galleries and museums. Autumn is the right time to dive into the history and creativity of Slovenians and learn many new and interesting things.
Many ailments also come with autumn, unfortunately. Be one step ahead of them and improve your immune system. Slovenian thermal and natural spas will gladly help you with that, getting you fully prepared for the colder days. And don't forget to take the time to get pampered in wellness centres.
Fruitful autumn offers you a wide range of flavours that find their way to your plate or glass. The gifts of nature from forests, fields, orchards, vineyards and olive groves enrich dishes with their freshness and fullness. But not everything happens at the table. You can experience the fruitfulness of autumn in various ways.
Wine is also at the very centre of many stories and experiences that either bring you closer to Slovenian wine-making and its wine tradition or reflect modern trends and innovation. Discover some of the most interesting stories and experiences related to wine, which you just cannot miss.
MoreWine is also at the very centre of many stories and experiences that either bring you closer to Slovenian wine-making and its wine tradition or reflect modern trends and innovation. Discover some of the most interesting stories and experiences related to wine, which you just cannot miss.
MoreThe aroma of hay. The aroma of earth. The aroma of ripe fruit and produce. The aroma of autumn in the countryside. Get away from the city bustle to the idyllic environment of the Slovenian countryside. Spend a relaxing weekend or week in agritourism farms, where traditional farming families will happily serve you with delicious food and show you their world.
MoreDo you know why a stroll in the autumn countryside is a special experience? Because it surprises you with its fruit at every step. The forest is fragrant with the scents of mushrooms and chestnut. There is joy in vineyards and wine cellars as new noble drops of wine are born. Fields are ripe with autumn produce, and olives mature in olive groves.
MoreHave 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.
MoreSt. Martin's Day is the biggest Slovenian gastronomic holiday. Tradition says that on the eponymous day of St. Martin, on 11 November, must turns into wine. Celebrations of the holiday to welcome young wine are held throughout Slovenia, and especially in the wine regions. In addition to wine, typical St. Martin's Day dishes such as roasted goose, red cabbage and mlinci grace the table.
MoreExperience the charm of autumn in Slovenia. Sit at a table loaded with dishes made from fresh autumn produce, explore Slovenian culture and cultural heritage experiences in a modern way, get pampered in thermal spas and treat yourself to a trip amidst picturesque nature.
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