Our regions

Because Slovenia is incredibly diverse, each of its regions has its own character. To start you on your voyage of discovery, we have divided it into five distinct areas. Charming Ljubljana, the capital and the centre of Slovenian life, northwest Slovenia with its high Alps and picturesque scenery, western Slovenia, a very diverse region of coastal resorts, Venetian harbour towns, underground mysteries, vineyards and the emerald-green Soča river, southern Slovenia with the magical underworld of Postojna, castles, monasteries, forests and spas, and last but not least northeast Slovenia with Maribor, Slovenia’s second city, historic towns, health resorts and rolling hills.

Ljubljana (the capital) and its surroundings Northwest Slovenia (Gorenjska) Western Slovenia (Primorska) Southern Slovenia (Notranjska, Dolenjska and Bela Krajina) Northeast Slovenia (Štajerska, Koroška and Prekmurje)

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Ljubljana (the capital) and its surroundings Ljubljana is at the heart of Slovenia, geographically, culturally, economically and politically. Above all, Ljubljana is a green city and a city of bridges with a majestic castle on a hill dominating the skyline. This relaxed, lively and fun-loving city knows that work is work and play is play and combines service, efficiency and hospitality with a relaxed ambience. >> read more

Northwest Slovenia - Gorenjska Gorenjska is the far northwest of Slovenia, an area of barren alpine peaks and sheer cliffs plunging to fertile valleys of meadows and forest. It is an area of incomparable beauty, of which the best-known parts are the lakes of Bled and Bohinj. The Triglav National Park, is protected against development and is thus an unspoilt paradise for walkers and bird-watchers. >> read more

Western Slovenia - Primorska If Slovenia is Europe in miniature, then Primorska is Slovenia in miniature. Primorska has ecological significance and unrivalled beauty in abundance. The botanists’ paradise on the old saltworks at Sečovlje is of global importance, and the geographical phenomenon known as Karst terrain was named after the Karst area of Slovenia. >> read more

Southern Slovenia - Notranjska, Dolenjska and Bela Krajina Notranjska, Dolenjska and Bela Krajina is a large, mostly forested area of southern Slovenia, dotted with small villages and gently rolling hills. Notranjska, which radiates southwest from Ljubljana, is best known for the Karst area and disappearing rivers, underground caves and castles, including the stunning Predjama Castle. >> read more

Northeast Slovenia - Štajerska, Koroška and Prekmurje Štajerska, the largest region of Slovenia, is famous for vineyards, historic towns, spas and thermal resorts. The mysterious land of Prekmurje is the home of storks in abundance, as well as being a place to enjoy a leisurely weekend at a thermal spa in a warm and hospitable environment. >> read more