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Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia, located in Central Europe, is a country known for its diverse landscapes, from the Mediterranean to the Alps. Ljubljana, the capital, offers a charming old town, a castle with stunning views, and vibrant cultural scene. Visit the beautiful Lake Bled and its island church, explore the stunning Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle, or head to the coast to visit the Venetian-style town of Piran. Slovenian cuisine is diverse, reflecting its location at the crossroads of Europe, with dishes like potica (rolled pastry), kranjska klobasa (Carniolan sausage), and žganci (buckwheat spoonbread).

Travel Time

January
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February
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March
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April
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May
Great
June
Great
July
Great
August
Great
September
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October
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November
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December
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Highlights, Sights & Attractions

Gostilna Na Gradu

Located at Ljubljana Castle, this restaurant offers a modern take on traditional Slovenian dishes, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The atmosphere is both elegant and cozy. more

Located at Ljubljana Castle, this restaurant offers a modern take on traditional Slovenian dishes, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The atmosphere is both elegant and cozy.

Hisa Franko

This restaurant in Kobarid, helmed by world-renowned chef Ana Roš, offers a unique and innovative menu that showcases the best of local Slovenian ingredients. It`s been featured in the Netflix series, "Chef`s Table". more

This restaurant in Kobarid, helmed by world-renowned chef Ana Roš, offers a unique and innovative menu that showcases the best of local Slovenian ingredients. It`s been featured in the Netflix series, "Chef`s Table".

JB Restaurant

This Ljubljana-based restaurant is renowned for its creative and delicious cuisine. The chef, Janez Bratovž, is one of the pioneers of Slovenian modern cuisine and has been recognized by various international culinary guides. more

This Ljubljana-based restaurant is renowned for its creative and delicious cuisine. The chef, Janez Bratovž, is one of the pioneers of Slovenian modern cuisine and has been recognized by various international culinary guides.

Lake Bled

This iconic lake, with its tiny island and church, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Slovenia. Breathtakingly beautiful in any season, Lake Bled offers a variety of activities such as rowing, hiking, and visiting the medieval Bled Cas... more

This iconic lake, with its tiny island and church, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Slovenia. Breathtakingly beautiful in any season, Lake Bled offers a variety of activities such as rowing, hiking, and visiting the medieval Bled Castle.

Ljubljana Castle

Overlooking the capital city from a hill, Ljubljana Castle offers panoramic views of Ljubljana and its surroundings. You can take the funicular to the castle and explore its historic courtyards, tower, museum, and restaurants. more

Overlooking the capital city from a hill, Ljubljana Castle offers panoramic views of Ljubljana and its surroundings. You can take the funicular to the castle and explore its historic courtyards, tower, museum, and restaurants.

Logar Valley

Located in the Kamnik Alps, this valley is one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in Europe. It offers scenic hikes, waterfall views, and the opportunity to experience traditional Slovenian rural life. more

Located in the Kamnik Alps, this valley is one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in Europe. It offers scenic hikes, waterfall views, and the opportunity to experience traditional Slovenian rural life.

Maribor

This city in northeastern Slovenia is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic architecture, and the world’s oldest grapevine. The old town offers a range of attractions, from the Maribor Castle to the bustling Main Square. more

This city in northeastern Slovenia is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic architecture, and the world’s oldest grapevine. The old town offers a range of attractions, from the Maribor Castle to the bustling Main Square.

Museum of Illusions

This fun and interactive museum in Ljubljana offers a range of optical illusions and installations that challenge perception and offer great photo opportunities. It`s a fun visit for all ages. more

This fun and interactive museum in Ljubljana offers a range of optical illusions and installations that challenge perception and offer great photo opportunities. It`s a fun visit for all ages.

Climate

Month Temperature Sunshine hours Raindays
January 4 °C 5 5
February 5 °C 7 11
March 11 °C 9 5
April 16 °C 10 8
May 19 °C 12 12
June 24 °C 13 12
July 26 °C 13 8
August 26 °C 12 6
September 20 °C 10 11
October 15 °C 7 7
November 10 °C 5 10
December 5 °C 4 5

Facts

Language
  • Slovenian
Currency Euro
Population 2104922
Tourists per year 5932000
Tourists per resident 2.8181566822904
Foundation 1991

Ratings

Popularity
80.00%
Safety
95.48%
Cost of living
56.80%
Parental Leave
90.00%
Beach vacation
0.00%
Backpacking
70.00%
Hiking
92.00%
Diving
55.00%
Cycling
90.00%
Skiing
95.00%
Roadtrip
70.00%

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