Slovenia : Why go there?
Slovenia : The good reasons to go
The majestic kingdom of lakes
A plethora of picturesque lakes to choose from. The most famous are those of Bled and Bohinj.
The irresistible charm of Ljubljana
The reign of architectural harmony in the Art Nouveau style, directed by Jože Plečnik.
An unprecedented underground network
Unique and striking caves, especially in Postojna and Skocjan.
Vertiginous peaks
The easternmost part of the Alpine chain, characterized by Mount Triglav.
A well-preserved coastline
47 km of coastline, but a cultural and natural heritage of stunning beauty.
Forests as far as the eye can see
60% of the territory is covered by forests, home to exceptional biodiversity.
A reasoned tourism
A certain vision of tourism with only one watchword: the sustainability of the destination.
A little-known vineyard
His low output prevented him from definitively entering the big league.
A true tradition of hospitality
A sense of hospitality and assistance that you will find throughout your stay.
An excellent road network
Well-maintained highways and quality secondary roads.
Slovenia : Good to know to visit
Timetable
In general, paying museums, cultural and/or natural sites are open and accessible to the public between 10am and 6pm, Tuesday to Saturday. In low and mid-season, some sites close earlier. Visitor numbers are also much higher during school vacations. Closing days are often Sundays and Mondays, and sometimes Saturday afternoons in smaller towns.
To be booked
Out of season, there are few things to book except natural sites, some of which are only open by prior reservation. This is notably the case for certain guided tours in caves. In high season, Unesco classified sites must be booked in advance, otherwise you may not be able to visit the sites on the day you wish.
Budget & Tips
Don't forget your ID card or your child's ID card when visiting the museums. Discounts are available according to age, professional and social status. The student discount is currently being generalized: don't forget your card. Cultural sites have a pricing policy quite similar to that of France, with the difference that here, free admission is rare. In Ljubljana, opt for the Ljubljana card for 24h at €36, 48h at €44 or 72h at €49. It offers free admission to 19 museums and galleries, Ljubljana Zoo and several other attractions, a free guided tour of the city, unlimited travel on city buses during the card's validity period, access to WiFree Ljubljana (the city's wireless Internet network), a funicular to the castle, a sightseeing boat cruise and a four-hour bicycle rental.
Get around with the Urbana card. The card costs €2, with a flat-rate charge of up to €50.00 to pay for your city bus journeys. The Urbana card can be topped up at points of sale or at green "Urbanomat" automatic machines located at various points in the city, including bus stops. The card can be topped up with cash, credit or debit card.
Visitors to Ljubljana with an Urbana card purchased at one of the Tourist Information Centres can, once the card has been used, return it to the Centre and be reimbursed for the cost of the card, subject to presentation of the payment receipt proving the purchase.
The cost of a city bus journey is €1.30.
Main events
There are many of them, often based on tradition, especially in rural areas. There is something for every taste and every month of the year: sporting events (Alpine Skiing World Cup events), colourful carnivals, music, food, wine, film and literature festivals, and so on.
Guided tours
Many of them can be found through the tourist offices that offer introductory or thematic tours, especially in the main cities of the country. Very good network of winegrowing which allows to discover the variety of the know-how of the Slovenian winegrowers. Some greeters also in the tourist sites with high added value.
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Slovenia : Discover
Exploring Slovenia means becoming aware that nature sometimes does things well. It means discovering an incredible biodiversity, a sometimes capricious but unpredictable climate, a diverse geography between mountains, coastline, forests, not forgetting the famous Karst. It is also about getting to know a complex history made up of contradictory influences that led to the recent full independence of a people already thousands of years old. It is a better understanding of the political and economic issues at stake for a young nation seeking to make its voice heard on the European stage. Slovenia's identity is both fragile and solidly anchored, marked by a centuries-old language, typical landscapes and tenacious craft traditions that delight visitors: Idrija lace, Piran salt, Karst ham, quality wine-growing, colourful carnivals..
