Region guide
Savinja Valley
A practical guide to the Savinja Valley: Logar Valley, Golte, the Savinja River, local villages, castles, caves and day trips from your holiday home.
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Travel guide for Slovenia
Slovenia is compact, green and surprisingly varied: alpine valleys, thermal water, caves, wine hills, old towns and clear rivers are often only a short drive apart. These guides help you choose a region, plan day trips and match your stay to the kind of holiday you want.
Overview
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Things to do
Activities
Outdoor, cultural and family-friendly activities in Slovenia, from rafting and hiking to wine tasting, caves, castles, lakes and thermal pools.
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About Slovenia
Useful travel information about Slovenia: driving, airports, food, seasons, nature, regions and practical tips for choosing a holiday home.
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Activities and places to visit
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Wine tasting in Slovenia
Wine tasting in Slovenia: Visit small wineries, taste crisp whites, sparkling wines and local reds, and combine tastings with farm food or a scenic drive through wine hills.
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Castles in Slovenia
Castles in Slovenia: Slovenia's castles are useful day-trip anchors: combine history, views and old-town visits at places such as Celje, Velenje, Predjama, Bled and Vrbovec.
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Outdoor activities in Slovenia
Outdoor activities in Slovenia: Hiking, cycling, rafting, kayaking, fishing, paragliding, climbing and skiing make Slovenia an easy active-holiday destination for different fitness levels.
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Waterfalls in Slovenia
Waterfalls in Slovenia: Waterfalls are among the easiest ways to experience Slovenia's alpine landscape, from famous stops near Logar Valley and Bled to quieter forest cascades.
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Gorges in Slovenia
Gorges in Slovenia: Slovenian gorges bring turquoise water, wooden walkways and narrow rock walls together in compact half-day trips.
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The Slovenian coast
The Slovenian coast: Slovenia's short Adriatic coast is small but rewarding, with Piran, Portoroz, Izola, Koper, sea swimming and seafood within a compact area.
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Caves in Slovenia
Caves in Slovenia: The Karst gives Slovenia a remarkable underground world: show caves, underground rivers, cave trains and smaller local caves for cooler summer days.
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Lakes in Slovenia
Lakes in Slovenia: Slovenia's lakes range from iconic alpine scenery to quieter swimming and walking spots, making them strong day trips from many holiday bases.
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Nature parks in Slovenia
Nature parks in Slovenia: Protected landscapes are one of Slovenia's strengths, from Triglav National Park to Logar Valley, wetlands, salt pans and regional parks.
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Villages and towns in Slovenia
Villages and towns in Slovenia: Old towns and villages add texture to a nature holiday: markets, castles, riverfronts, cafes, museums and local restaurants between outdoor days.
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Choose a home close to what you want to do
Use the homes and map pages to compare stays by region, group size and facilities, then use these guides to shape the days around your base.