Julian Alps
A view of the Soča and the upper Sava river valleys spreads below Mount Triglav, Slovenia’s highest mountain. Lying between the two rivers is Triglav National Park , which protects numerous endemic animal and plant species in a region of high rocky mountains, deeply cut river gorges, high-mountain karst shafts, and attractive low mountains as well as the traditions of the once difficult ...
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Maribor - Pohorje
Colour your day ! Maribor, the capital of the region of Štajerska, is the second largest city in the country but at the same time it is nicely small and green. Its lively throb, superior culture and events, rich wine tradition and the oldest vine in the world, numerous possibilities for entertainment, relaxation and exercise in nature, as well as its reputation of relaxed openness and ...
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Istria Slovenia
The Slovene coast which measures 46.6 kilometres is covered with abundant vegetation. Here is a natural reserve with a rich supply of marl and sandstone and the unique Strunjan cliff which ascends 80 metres above the sea and is the highest flysch wall on the Adriatic coast. Here are the Sečovlje saltworks , first mentioned in the 13th century. Due to their extremely abundant natural and ...
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Karst
The Karst is the land between the Trieste Bay and the Vipavska Valley and at the same time it is also the name for all the amazing shapes created by waters in the fusible stone. Picturesque karst phenomena can be found in almost half of the area of Slovenia. Besides more than eight thousand known karst caves and potholes, there are also karst springs and intermittent springs, disappearing lakes, ...
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Next Exit
Let’s take the Next Exit! Once again, this year we invite you to take invigorating trips on six thematic tourist routes in Slovenia: the Emerald, Wind, Amber, Sun, Peddler and Goldenhorn routes. Emerald Route From the source of the Soča River to innumerable green treasures Amber Route On the ...
EDEN 2011: Idrija
Following the Trail of Mercury Heritage. For more than half a millennium, the mercury mine in Idrija was important to the whole world! In relation to the mine many points of interest arouse our attention even today. You enter the city along the water channel “ Rake ”. Next to it there is “ kamšt ”, a big wooden wheel, which was part of the mine’s pumping ...
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EDEN 2010: River Kolpa
Along its 113-kilometre length, this warm, clear river links tourist destinations of sustainable excellence in the far southeast of Slovenia. Boating and swimming, cycle paths, meditation trails and footpaths lead from story to story. Experience the hospitality of nature and people! KOLPA. Choose your story! The water of the clear, warm river Kolpa reaches a temperature of 30° in ...
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EDEN 2009: Solčavsko
Three valleys in harmony. The stunning Alpine peaks, the idyllic beauty of three glacial valleys, a nature park containing countless natural and cultural sights of interest, the hospitality of the people, the profusion of traditional crafts and dishes: these are just fragments of the big picture of the coexistence of unspoilt nature and human creativity. The Solčava District (Solčavsko) is ...
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EDEN 2008: The Soča Valley
Experience different stories. One of the most pristine Alpine rivers, the emerald Soča has been writing its own stories for centuries: the Goldhorn fairy tale and legends of a miracle flower atop Slovenia’s highest peak, stories about shepherds on mountain pastures, narratives about remarkable natural wealth, family sagas of strong-willed and friendly people. The area is a lasting memorial ...
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