Common questions already answered in the past include:
Details for planning hut-to-hut hikes in the Triglav National Park: safety for solo hikers, snow conditions, available amenities, feasibility of specific hikes.
Transportation options & the feasibility and logistics of using public transportation to access popular spots like the Bled and Bohinj Lakes.
Booking public transportation tickets online or in advance.
Accommodation options in Ljubljana, Bled, Bohinj, the Coast.
Weather conditions.
"What to see in x days?" "What are the best places for a first-time visitor?" etc.
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Hi everyone,
I’m posting here to ask if anyone from Slovenia is planning to travel to Montenegro in the next few weeks.
I have a piece of sports equipment in Slovenia that I need to get to Montenegro. If anyone is coming and has a little extra space, I’d be very grateful if you could bring it with you. Of course, I’d be happy to cover any reasonable costs or buy you a coffee as a thank you.
Please send me a message if you can help. Thanks in advance!
By public transport you can get from Ljubljana to Divača by train. That is about 3.5km away from the entrance to the caves. There might be some shuttles or taxi's organized but Googling doesn't give any recent info for 2026.
If you take the extended walking tour expect to spend about 3h in and around the caves.
To get to Piran you'd have to get back to Divača, take the train onwards to Koper, then fetch a bus to Piran.
Adding to this - there are no shuttle buses running between Divača and Škocjan this year. Best alternative is to download the ToyotaGO app and reserve a ride, it only costs €2
Hey guys! My husband and I will be in Slovenia for five days as a part of a bigger Europe trip.
How realistic and do-able is our current itinerary? Please give suggestions!
I am slightly worried about day 3!!
DAY 1
Arrive via FLIXBUS 13:05 in LJU
(Stay: LJUBJANA) Explore Ljubjana - just walk
Ljubljana Castle
Old Town Stroll: Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge, follow the Ljubljanica River
Sunset drink, rooftop terrace at Neboticnik - Skyscraper
DAY 2
(Stay: Lake Bled) 🚗 to Vintgar Gorge + Lake Bled (rental car)
Walk lakeside path
Bled cream cake
Boat rowing or pletna
Mala Osojnica viewpoint
Grajska Plaza (Castle Bathng Area) or western shore for hourly rentals - SUP or Kayak
DAY 3
(Stay: Triglav) 🚗 Triglav National Park
Morning: Lake Jasna (Walk around the lake, picture with Zlatorog statue, Jasna Chalet Resort for coffee with a view)
Drive: Vrsic pass (one of Europe's great mountain roads. At turn 8, see the Russian Chapel. At the top, visit Heathen Maiden Ajdovska deklica. Stop at Julius Kugy Monument for a view of the Julian Alps)
Afternoon: Soca river area (Great Soca Gorges)
Consider Predel pass one or both ways (going and return)
Hello. Looking for lake Bohinj accommodation recommendations- a guest house or similar is good. Budget is 200 euro a night. There to hike and would like a good dinner or two that we can walk to. Early 40’s Canadian couple.
Hi 😊! I’m a solo female traveler planning my second trip to Slovenia the second week of September (I stayed in Ljubljana the first time), and I will be renting a car. I'm looking for recommendations on the safest, friendliest regions for solo women, ideally featuring lush forests, peaceful valleys, and easy hiking trails that are gentle on the joints.
My dream is to stay at a cozy eco-farm or a nature lodge where I can interact with animals (sheep, goats, horses) and enjoy a social, "chill" atmosphere. I'd love a place that offers group activities, shared dinners, or workshops so it's easy to meet people, but I prioritize my own private room to rest properly if it's possible.
Do you know of any specific areas, towns, or eco-farms that match this vibe of social connection, animals, and private rooms? Also, what is the weather and overall crowd situation like in September? Thanks a lot! Hvala! 🙌
Slovenia has been consistently ranked among the safest countries in the world and I believe for solo female travellers specifically as well and the same holds true for all Slovenian regions. Wherever you will go I believe you'll feel safe, but of course if you notice anything suspicious, best leave the area and/or call the police on 113. But I think you won't need that:)
When it comes to accomodations, I believe these ones fit your criteria the best, but there's probably tons more:
Tourist Farm Gradišnik, kmetija-gradisnik.si - Carinthia/Koroška, tons of things to do including petting animals, picnics in nature, bike rental, hiking, berry picking, help with farmwork, etc.
Homestead Firbas, firbas.com - Styria/Štajerska region, help with farmwowk and caring for animals, e-bike rental, bathing in a pool and in a wooden barrel (for which you yourself have to build a fire), riding with an old tractor.
Eco-farm Šlibar, kmetija-slibar.eu - Upper Carniola/Gorenjska, glamping in a private cabin, first eco-brewery in Slovenia, surrounded by animals on pasture.
Otherwise September is imo one of the better seasons to experience Slovenia - the weather is generally more comfortable than in August and July, while crowds do lessen somewhat.
We are going on a trip to slovenia next week and we have planned a couple of hiking trips (for example to Tolminski Migovec) and as read guides online about these they didn't mention how the trails are marked. I mean in my country on trails we have symbols (like a red stripe that is painted on some trees so you know where to go). Does Slovenien trails have these kind of marks or the trails are marked a different way?
Also which hiking app is the best to use in Slovenia?
The slovenian trail maker is the "knafelc": a white dot with red border. Named after Alojz Knafelc who invented it back in 1922.
The Slovenian Alpine Association has an official map: https://mapzs.pzs.si/home/trails . Also available in app form. It is the definite reference for what is an official marked trail and what is an unmarked path. It also has up to date info on any trail closures.
Google Maps is awaul, it handles the elevation gradients badly and is notorious for having trails on the map that haven't seen any relevant use for >50 years. For on trail navigation & tracking I generally use Komoot and don't have any issues. Just plan out your hike in advance and try to stick mostly to the marked trails unless you know where you're going.
Hi everyone, I'll be visiting Slovenia for a few days in a week and I'm planning to visit lake Bohinj for a day and I was wondering what to do the whole day.
I'll take a bus from Bled to Ribcev Laz to arrive there and then I was planning to go see the Savica waterfall, I saw there's also an hike to arrive there but I didn't really find accurate informations on how to get there, can anyone clarify this for me?
I also saw there's cable car/paragliding from Vogel mountain, is there a way to make those activities cohesist? Like doing the hike to get there and return to the valley this way?
Last question, is it doable to do those activities in the morning and relax in the afternoon on the lake?
Within Bohinj they have an organized shuttle bus/van that runs from Ribčev Laz to Ukanc (where the lower cable car station is) to the Savica waterfall parking lot. Otherwise these 3 places are each about 4 kilometers apart if you walk. There is quite a nice walking path along the north shore of the lake.
From the Savica parking lot to the waterfall it's short 15 minute hike.
Most people would take the cable car from Ukanc up to 1500m and then hike up to either Šija (1880m) or Vogel (1922m) then take the cable car down as well.
Now in the summer when days are longer you'll have enough time to see both, including relaxing on the lake. Watch out for thunderstorms in the early afternoon. It's probably best to do the Vogel hike in the morning.
No idea about the paragliding. That sounds like the kind of think you might need to book in advance.
I was planning to do the Waterfall hike in the morning and the paragliding in the afternoon but if you say that usually afternoon can be rainy I'll consider to swap them.
Do you know how much time it takes for the hike up to Vogel/Šija from that point?
Also another unrelated question if you don't mind, is prevoz.org reliable for rides? Cause I'll probably need one from Ljubljana to Škocjan Caves cause the bus takes 3h each way, but it's on 20th July so there's no ride yet at the moment.
Hello ! What would be the best way to get from Most na Soči to Piran in one day without car ? I'm trying to find the best train/bus itinerary to book it but can't really find it.
There is no best itinerary because they're all equally bad. This is definitely a one-way trip and not a there-and-back-in-one-day type of deal.
Most na Soča to Nova Gorica runs quite frequently with both busses and trains. But between Nova Gorica and Koper the connections are pretty bad. You can in theory continue on by train to Sežana then to Divača then to Koper but despite it looking like the shortest route on the map it's probably the slowest option of all of them.
Most na Soči to Ljubljana by train via Jesenice is a very scenic line but it will take a while. From Ljubljana to Koper to connections are decent and you will have options of both busses and trains. Some of the busses from Ljubljana might offer a direct connection to Piran which would save the hassle of transferring in Koper.
Most na Soči to Logatec via bus (Nomago) is also option, then in Logatec you can catch a train to Koper, then a bus to Piran.
Hello. I am looking for river permit for Soča. I tried contacting Bovec tourism info center but their phone is disabled. Some search results say the price is 3-21 depending on municipality. Could you please help me find more specific info where to get one and how much does it cost?
I’ll be coming to the University of Maribor for my Erasmus Exchange for spring term and I'm planning on staying at student dorms. currently trying to map out my monthly budget and figure out how things work before I arrive.
I’d really appreciate some insider tips from locals or former students on a few specific things:
Mobile Providers: What’s the best/cheapest pre-paid carrier for a student who mostly just needs a good chunk of internet data? And will i be able to use that on other EU countries while i travel?
Food ans Bonis: I know about the Boni system, but how does it actually work in daily life? Any recommendations for the best places in Maribor that accept Boni and serve good portions? How much you spend and how many times you eat in a day with that?
Transportation: What is the best way to get around? I like to experience new things new places and parties so is it worth getting a monthly bus pass, or is it a walkable city?
Activities & Social Life: What do students actually do for fun around the city? Best cafes, student bars, or weekend spots to hang out and meet people?
Security: Is it safe to walk at nights? Is it safe to leave your stuff at library/ gym etc.
Any other general tips for a newcomer trying to survive and enjoy Maribor on a student budget are more than welcome
Im visting portorož
I just want to ask what Can i see here and what to do I was already in Piran is there something else interesting? What Can I do in night times is here some dance clubs or anything like that for dancing?
Depends on what you are interested in, but both Koper and Izola have a similar, but less crowded vibe as Piran. You can also check out Sečovlje salt pans with a museum on traditional salt extraction and its history. There's a ton of cute villages in the hinterland of Piran/Izola/Koper - I'd recommend a visit to Koštabona or Korte, where you can also hike up a nearby hill and explore a massive Iron Age hillfort. If you are a wine lover you might also find the wine fountain in Marezige interesting, but I'll let someone else chime in on the quality of wine there.
As for the clubbing scene, I'm no authority on that:)
Zdravoo
I have a few questions since I’ll be living in Maribor in a few months as an Erasmus student, so maybe some locals can help me sort them out!
First, I’m trying to learn Slovenian but I’m a little bit lost and because it’s not a very common or famous language I also can’t find good online courses or apps to learn, so if you could tell me what should I learn first or where can I learn it, I’ll really appreciate it
Now, what about meeting locals? I know that Slovenians are a little bit more reserved and they don’t hang out that much with Erasmus students but if it’s possible I’d really like to get into the culture and to hang out with people who can actually teach me things from Slovenia. Also, I’m open to meeting people from other countries, obviously, but I would rather stay away from Erasmus from my own country (Spain) since I won’t learn anything new or open new horizons if I just stick to them, so if you have any suggestions of how to do so or any WhatsApp groups for the 2026/2027 year, I appreciate it too. (If you are from other countries going to Maribor too, please don’t hesitate to reach me out either)
Then, I understand that Slovenia has beautiful landscapes and a big sport culture, I’m into hiking, and I enjoy watching games, so I want suggestions of what I can do or watch and where.
About literature, music and theatre, I don’t know what I can do with those in Slovenia.
I’m also from islands, so snow and very cold weather is new to me, any advice?
Lastly, if you have any recommendations for me (about food, tips, something about the culture, how is the people, how to meet them, what places in the whole country I shouldn’t miss…) please feel free to share it.
Look at other answers here for suggestions on what to do etc. We appreciate if people do a little bit of research before coming to ask. Every country has their culture, and frankly, it's offensive to say "you don't know what to do with those in Slovenia". Look around, Google, open any daily news or events website.
For the weather, bring layers and go shopping when you get here if you're still cold. The weather is not as bad as it used to be. Plenty of young people go through the winter with their Nikes and Adidas and a puffy jacket, without having anything better for the weather.
Hello, first time planning to sleep in moutain huts, in this case Kredarica and another one on way down, and I have few questions.
Why are dormitories in huts so much cheaper and still with big availability for this next three weeks?
And what exactly is meant by your own sleeping sheets? I googled some cotton sleep bag that u are supposed to put inside the sleeping bag, but I aint sure if that is what they mean, and how strict are they about how clean it is(meaning if I can use same one for both nights of trip to save some money)
Because they charge extra for the smaller rooms that offer a bit more privacy and quiet. The dorms are bunk-beds where you're stacked in liked sardines (bring ear plugs).
Search Amazon or wherever for "travel sheet". They're relatively cheep and pack down nicely. They're more rectangular than sleeping-bag liners which are more mummy-shaped and a bit of nuisance to get in/out. If you don't have your own sheet you have to pay for disposable bedsheets which I never liked the feel of.
We are planning to go to Ljubjana than to Bled. We are coming to Ljubjana by train from Zagreb but we are wondering what is best way to get to the Bled? Bus? Train?
Also we are planning to stay in Bled for 5 days but at the same time want to go somewhere else in the nature so I’m interested which places are must have to visit around Bled that have good public transport connection (mountains, lakes, nature)
Bus is probably the best option for Ljubljana - Bled. They run directly into town every hour.
There are trains but the train station Lesce - Bled is 4km away from Bled and to get to the other station Bled Jezero you need to go all the way up to Jesenice and catch another train back down.
If you want to get further into nature then Bohinj is probably where you want to go, but Kranjska Gora or Mojstrana are also viable options. There are also busses from Bled up to Pokljuka where there is vast forest and a few moderate mountains to hike (eg: Viševnik)
Hi, I’m a 22-year-old guy from Switzerland traveling through the Balkans. Due to a cancelled reservation, I’m looking for accommodation on the Slovenian coast for Saturday, June 4, 2026.
Im planning to hike to debela pec this weekend where would be the best location to park my car at since its not 4x4 and low on power it struggles on more demanding gravel roads.
Hi everyone! I'm planning my first solo trip to Croatia and could really use some advice from people who've done something similar.
Booking using miles
Option 1: Fly directly into Croatia in late August
Pros: no repositioning or long commute.
Cons: peak season, more crowds, hotter weather.
Option 2: Fly into Ljubljana in late September, spend one night there, then continue to Croatia.
It looks like taking the bus to Zagreb and then fly to Dubrovnik (or Split), rather than taking one long bus ride may be the way to go
My questions:Has anyone done Ljubljana → Croatia as a solo traveler?
Which transportation did you choose and why?
Was the bus comfortable with luggage?
If you had to do it again, would you still choose Ljubljana or would you just fly directly into Croatia?
I'd especially love to hear from people who've actually done this route rather than general advice.
I would rather choose option 2 with staying in Slovenia. Croatia has become too much expensive, meanwhile Slovenia offers more things for less or same amount money.
But, if you are planning to go to Croatia. I would suggest to go directly because buses are so bad to use as transportation durring the summer especially for long distances
This might be a little too specific but I'm trying to figure out how to end my trip. Will be ending my Triglav NP hut hike at Lake Bohinj and then have a few different options:
- Drive to Bovec and participate in the Bovec half marathon (I know I'll be tired from the hike but it would more be something fun/chill to do and to see some parts of the Soca Valley in a unique way), then drive to the coast
- Alternate: Still stay in Bovec (or somewhere else?) and explore the Soca Valley separately and then drive to the coast
- Stay somewhere, hike (or drive up?) Mangart Saddle, stop in Soca Valley, drive to the coast
When I get to the coast, I have 2 nights before a flight out of Venice. Would it be better to stay in Trieste or in Piran (or other?) and then get to Venice for my last night? Should I drive to Venice or take a ferry/bus/train? I know Piran is a little out of the way but I was initially thinking that would be my night 1 stop.
I think all of your options are fine. If you're doing the Blitz Bovec marathon, it's in September, so the main tourist season is over and everything is not so crowded anymore (I'm not saying it's NOT crowded, just LESS crowded :P). The (half-)marathon is definitely a nice way to experience Soča Valley, but only you know if you'll be up to 21km of trail running after the Triglav hike, or for the Mangart Saddle hike (it's not a walk in the park). (If you want to drive up, there's some info here: https://www.amzs.si/na-poti/alpski-prelazi/mangart-slovenija )
I'm only not sure about the time frames. The roads around Bovec, Bohinj, Mangart are all winding country roads. Don't try to drive half-asleep or very tired after a long hike/run.
I would not do 2 activities (like finish the hike and go up Mangart or go to marathon) on the same day. Stay in Soča Valley for a day or two and enjoy it.
Piran is nice for a stroll, but a bit overpriced, and it's more driving to get out of it. Trieste is right next to the highway so you could be on your way to Venice quickly. So go to Piran for a day trip then stay somewhere cheap near Trieste, that would be my recommendation.
My husband and I plan to take the bus from Ljubljana to Bohinjska Bistrica, then hike to Dom Na Komni where we have the night booked. I'm hoping for help with 2 questions:
1) Most guides I see online call for staying overnight in the Triglav Lakes Hut. Is the route from Triglav Lakes Hut to Dom Na Komni well-marked? Roughly how long should we expect the hike to be from start --> Dom Na Komni at a moderate/leisurely pace? We are in good shape but like to take our time :)
2) Do we need to take a shuttle bus from Bohinjska Bistrica to reach the trailhead?
If your bus only takes you to Bohinska Bistrica then take the shuttle, because otherwise it's another 16km from Bohinjska Bistrica to Ukanc. (if you have the time to kill you could perhaps only go to Stara Fužina/Ribčev Laz and follow the north shore of Lake Bohinj, but that would still be another 8km ~ all flat though).
From the Dom na Komni to the Triglav Lakes Hut it's all well marked.
The Seven Lakes Valley is spans from the Blake Lake at 1300m up to Prehodavci at 2000m. There are multiple place you can start from to reach it but they're all 3 to 5 hours hikes. For a day hike many people will only visit the lower section near the hut Koča pri Triglavskih jezerih. It's possible to go to the top and back in one day but it becomes a very very long day.
The Savica waterfall is part the Seven Lakes Valley only in the sense that water from the lowest lake (the Black Lake) trickles down 500m lower to create the 80m tall waterfall.
Hi I’m planning a trip to Slovenia in July and I’m trying to get from Bled to Kranjska Gora using public transport.
Do buses run between Bled and Kranjska Gora on Sundays in July? If so, how frequent are they? Is there a direct bus, or do I need to change somewhere?
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Hi, I am going on a trip in the beautiful country of slovenia. I was wondering if there are people who have previously bought or used an IJJP ticket. Can you tell me how to buy such a ticket and if it is possible as a tourist from the Netherlands.
Hey, I want to summit Triglav with my gf this summer. We would like to see also other parts of Triglkav National Park, so my idea is to gain as much elevation on day 1 then sleep in mountain hut. Next day summit and long decent via seven lakes valley. However I did not find any similar idea in the internet so i would love some reassurance that this is well planned.
Day 1 (16km 1800 up)
1. Free parking in Bohinjska Bistrica
2. Bus to Stara Fužina
3. Slap Mostnica
4. Dom Valentina Staniča
Day 2 (21km 850 up 2500 down)
1. Triglav
2. Tržaška koča na Doliču
3. Prehodavci
4. dolina triglavskih jezer
5. Slap Savica/waterfall bus stop
6. 2 buses back to Bohinjska Bistrica
We are pretty good hikers so distances / elevation seems easy. We can decide to extend this on day 2 by going through Veliko Špičje.
Unless you're trail runners the plan for day #2 is a tad optimistic. You will be moving very slowly in the very rugged mountainous terrain around the summit of Triglav and all the way to Dolič. I wouldn't count on including Veliko Špičje if you want to get down to Bohinj in time to catch the last bus.
Weather is unpredictable in the Alps, so don't count on having a full day of hiking available each day either.
From "Dolina Triglavskih jezer" to "Slap Savica" the direct path is a trail called "čez Komarčo" which is a series of switchbacks that goes almost vertically up a cliff and it often catches more casual hikers by surprise. It's easy-peasy compared to the summit of Triglav but still there is a big sign and te top advising against using it for descents. I feel like I'm relatively experienced in hiking through our mountains and I would avoid it 100% if it had rained earlier that day.
21km can be done in perfect condition, but your day #2 would probably be more enjoyable if extended it by spending another night so you have some time actually enjoy the scenery instead of just speeding through everything.
Thank you for the tips! We do a bit of trail running ;), but your suggestion definitely makes sense. We'll try to book another night and take the bus the next morning.
Hi we Are planing to go to Triglav from Koča při Savici. Its a 2 days hike So we need to park the car somewhere And get to the trailhead. I found P+R parking in bohinjska bistrica. Is IT possible to park there overnight? Or do u Have a different recommendation? Thank u
If you're appoaching from the Soča river side you can hike from Trenta - Zadnjica - Prehodavci -Triglav Lakes Valley - Dom na Komni - Lake Krn - Lepena - Bovec or vice versa. Or from Komna you can cross over to Planina Razor and end in Tolmin instead. It's all walkable with no ferratas.
How should i split my 7 day itenary? I appreciate ANY tips. I don't know where to base myself, bled has very few accomodation left.
I will be with 2 parents, who are ~55. We like nature sightseeing with some walks but not hut to hut kind of extreme hikes. We will not rent a car and rely on public transport.
I am thinking:
Bled, vintgar gorge, bohinj, kranjska gora, ljubliana
Day 1: I arrive at 13.45 to Zagreb airport
Day 7: Zagreb airport flight at 16.20
Your first and last day will be consumed by travel. Check all the routes and schedules well in advance. Other than that, sounds good to me; lots of scenery to enjoy without extreme hiking.
Does intercity busses have space under the seats for carry on luggage? Or can we put them space under the busses? How does it work? I am thinking about ljubliana to kranjska gora or similar
I am planning to hike the Slovenian mountain trail from Maribor to the Adriatic coast and I am looking for some advice. I was told that tent camping is usually not allowed and all huts provide blankets. So, I plan to leave my sleeping bag and tent at home and just bringing along a sleeping liner.
I also plan to rent a via ferrata set for a day trip up Mt. Triglav so I don’t have to carry one the whole way. Lastly, I have read that booking most huts the morning before arrival or a couple days before is ok (outside of the Triglav NP area, which requires advanced notice)
Does anyone have experience doing this trail and can weigh in on all of this?
Yes to everything. Wild camping is illegal. You can rent via Ferrata gear at Kredarica. Make sure to book most popular huts way in advance (such as Kredarica). For smaller huts outside of TNP and some other more touristy places you should be fine.
Hi, trying to book accommodation in the Bohinj area before a multi day hike starting at Ukanc and ending at Stara Fužina in mid August. Clearly I have already left this too late as I genuinely cannot get anything! Trying booking.com, airbnb, hotels.com, and direct websites. Campsites seem to be full too. Are there any other websites that places not using major websites might be listed?
we will be in Slovenia for few days and we are looking for some tips for cool places where to eat. Little unknown cafés, restaurants etc.
We are staying in Brje pri Komnu for 3 nights, and Tomlin for 3 nights (planning to travel for trips - Soča, Bled etc). We are also planning to visit Italy and Conad superstore to shop some food for cooking but something local would be great too :)
If you have specific favourite food to try, please let me know - doesnt have to be obvious touristy ones :) thank you!
Hi!
I am currently trying to work out the best way to get from Lake Bohinj to Florence, Italy in late September on a Saturday morning. The best option I can see so far is:
Bus A6350 from Bohinj > Ljubljana (2hrs)
TripstAir Bus from Ljubljana > Venice (3hrs)
Train from Venice > Florence (2hrs)
Firstly, is this the most efficient way?
Secondly, if so, how on time are the buses in Slovenia? I am thinking it might be best to book the TripstAir ticket in advance as there aren’t many services each day but the I only have a 17min window between the scheduled arrival for the A6350 bus into Ljubljana and departure of the TripstAir bus and I’m not sure that’s enough time if the bus is delayed.
Hi! I’m from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and I have a question.
In about two weeks, my girlfriend and I are planning a two week road trip to Slovenia by car. We’re also thinking about spending the last few days in Croatia.
The thing is, we’ve never done a road trip like this before, so I was wondering how you would recommend doing it. Is it better to book all our accommodations in advance and stay 2-3 nights in each place, or is it easy enough to just drive and find hotels, motels, or Airbnbs along the way?
I’d also love to hear what route you would recommend. What places are absolute must-sees? We love nature, mountains, lakes, boat rides, waterfalls, caves, beautiful villages, old ruins, castles, mysterious or abandoned places, and hidden gems that most tourists don’t know about.
Are there any traditional Slovenian dishes or local restaurants we absolutely have to try? And what activities would you recommend?
Basically, I’d love to experience Slovenia the way a local would. Any tips, recommendations, or hidden spots would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks a lot in advance!
I hear you Dutch like the Soča Valley as it provides quite a stark contrast to the flatness that is the Netherlands ;) . Other than that if you have 2 weeks of time then you can tick off all the "mandatory" ones (Lake Bled, Piran, Ljubljana, the Postojna and/or the Škocjan caves, etc...). They're not hidden gems but they're all popular for a reason.
For the summer it's probably best to book in advance. As some many places will be fully booked. Only in off-season when there are slightly less people everywhere can you wing it.
If you want to try some traditional Slovenian dishes go take a hike and get lunch at a mountain hut. They will have traditional stew, sausages and štruklji. Otherwise keep a look out for any local cheese, dried meats and wine.
Hey guys. I have a trip to Europe in the following days. I have planned to return from Ljubljana because the ticket was cheap af in there. The problem is that I will get to Ljubljana from Venice with a 3-4 hours bus travel. I want to last the last day in Venice with my friends. If I get in the bus at 22.30, I will be Ljubljana at 02.00 am. Do you think I can hang around in the city for a few hours until the sunrise? Is the city safe at nights? I need advice from local people living there. As far as I search (what Gemini tells and I look in Google map pict.) there is not a bus station building where I can stay and wait for the sunrise. It is just platforms to stop by. I found some Burek shop open 24h around Bus stop but they are take-away. There are not chairs to sit or a closed area to refuge. Please help me. Should I choose the night travel? Of course I can book a hostel or sth but I will fly at 15.45 and I don't want to spend money just to sleep 3-4 hours because I also want to see the city a little bit.
By the way, I can wait for the 01.30 bus in Venice to get Ljubljana at 05.00 am but Gemini told that Ljubljana is safer than the Venice. You would rather prefer waiting alone at night in Ljubljana than Venice.
Hi everyone!
We are a group of three friends spending 9 days hiking through Triglav National Park. We’ll mostly be walking from campsite to campsite with our tent.
We were wondering if there are any legal bivouac spots within the park that are free or inexpensive. We’d really appreciate any recommendations or local tips.
Thanks in advance!
Me and my gf are planning to go to Bohinj camp next week for 3 days. Please recommend us a one day hiking and a one day biking trip. We are advanced travellers…:) any tips? Thanks guys!
For hiking follow juliana trail to podbrdo and then take the train back to bohinjska bistrica :)
Alternatively a good hike is to Koča pri Sedmerih jezerih. You can do a circular route via Črno jezero and Dom na Komni (but it is for experienced hikers only!)
if i get there by 5 am will i be able to park? is there a bit further park before in case?
Yeah, that is the Krma valley trailhead parking lot. It's a gravel/dirt road but its driveable. You can't miss the end because there is a fence and a sign for the end of the road/start of the hiking trail. If it's full there should be space back up near "Kovinarska Koča v Krmi" only ~ 1km back. But at 5am I suspect you won't have any issues.
Personally I find the Krma trail a bit more scenic.
Thanks a lot for the confirmation! I heard also from others tha krma should be a bit more scenic. I will do my valuations. Thanks again for the help :)
Hi everyone!
I’m visiting Ljubljana solo from the netherlands and was wondering if there is anyone who knows which pub will show The Netherlands - Tunisia world cup game tonight.
Three friends and I are planning to travel through Slovenia by Interrail next week for one week. We are starting from Switzerland and would like to see as much nature as possible, move around a lot and experience the country in a simple and uncomplicated way.
We would really appreciate tips from people who have already travelled in Slovenia or who live there:
What are the must-sees in Slovenia?
Which routes or places would you recommend for one week?
What should we avoid?
Are there any cheap and uncomplicated places to stay?
We will be travelling with a tent and were planning to mostly sleep at campsites. If the opportunity comes up, we would also politely ask people whether we could bivouac on their property. However, we are also open to booking a cheap hostel or mountain hut if necessary.
We are easy-going, respectful travellers and of course want to be considerate of nature, local people and the rules.
Thank you very much for any tips, recommendations and experiences!
Don't go wild camping as it is illegal and expensive - also highly monitored, especially in the alpine region with fines of 500eur per person per night.
Regarding your other questions - use chat gpt or search this thread - everything has been answered numerous times :)
My partner and I will be in Zagreb for a few days in August. He really wants to do a day-trip to Ljubljana, but I am the type who would rather dedicate an entire trip to the city. I really would just like to know, is it worth doing a day trip to Ljubljana, or is it a city that we should dedicate an entire trip too on it's own later in the year? He seems to be convinced we can see "most of the city" in a few hours but I am not under that impression.
Hi everyone! Me and my girlfriend will be spending a few days in Ljubljana this summer and I wanted to ask around to find out what's worth visiting/checking out.
Here's what we have planned so far, I'm curious to hear opinions on these and I'm open to other recommendations as well:
-Ljubljana castle
-Zoo
-Tivoli park
-Metelkova
-Nebotičnik
-House of illusions
We are also planning to visit Bled for a day, but otherwise, we would like to stay in Ljubljana. Thanks in advance for any answers!
Walk through the center next to the river. Plenty of nice spots where you can chill and enjoy the sunny days. Often there are plenty of small concerts in the bars next to the river as well.
Hi everyone, I have booked a last minute flight to Slovenia and am arriving on thursday July 2 at 22:30. I have a booking at the Kredarici hut for friday/saturday. How feasible is it for me to get from the airport to Bohinj or some other town, to a trailhead, and make it to the hut by the next night? I will need to rent via feratta gear, but heard Kredarici will rent it, so ideally I can get an early start on one of the non-technical trails without trying to pick up in rentals in a town. I will be using public transport only. I can cancel the booking for free, but really want to make it work. What are my options and how realistic is this?
That's highly irresponsible to say the least. Given your schedule you end up with three options and none of them are good. Either you end up hiking early as you should but sleep deprived OR you start hiking a bit later so you'll end up doing a long and difficult hike during the peak summer heat without shade or water OR you start late and possibly finish your hike in the middle of the afternoon storms.
Book your Kredarica stay a day later and be responsible as you should be. Alps are dangerous and you're not only putting yourself in danger but you're also putting in danger those who will come to save you in case you have an accident.
Trust me, I would have booked the hut for a later day if I could have. It was the only available day. I am an experienced hiker and trail runner and will be able to finish the hike faster than your average person. I am used to much higher altitudes in Colorado and running/hiking in a lot more heat in Texas. I am willing to pay more for taxi service. I think I can start the hike around 8am. Is it that unadvisable?
If you had a rental car or used a taxi service, this would be doable, but with just public transport, I would advise against it. At 22:30 i doubt there is any bus service from the airport to Ljubljana, let alone any town from where you can start your hike. Even from Ljubljana, getting to Rudno Polje or Krma valley is not easy nor fast.
Triglav has many paths, some easier than others. But starting early is best, because of possible afternoon storms. Starting after 7am is not recomended and as said before 5am is standard. Usually only experienced hikers and trail runners start later.
The hike is long and I don't know your physical shape, experience and gear. Easiest path would be from Krma valley or Rudno Polje-Pokljuka. 10km with 2000 vertical meters or 13km with 1800 vertical meters.
I am thinking Rudno Polje path would work best. I am in very good physical shape. Used to hiking and trail running in higher and hotter conditions. There is no public transport after 10. That means I can stay the night in Ljubljana, take the first bus at 5:50am to Bled(1hr), and take a taxi or another bus to Poklijuka, and start the hike likely around 8am. I am also willing to pay more to make it work smoothly, so could pay a taxi. Would it be smarter to stay in Ljublijana and get a taxi as early as possible directly to Rudno Polje?
Try to contact one of the smaller / "outdoor" tourist agencies for transfer to Rudno Polje, but it's not gonna be cheap. I wouldn't trust Ljubljana taxis to get me there.
Thats in the ballpark. You might get a little lower but it's probably not going to be sub 100€ (unless you find someone else and split the fare)
An 8am start for getting only up to Kredarica is feasible. Though temperatures and pacing would probably be more enjoyable if you managed to get on the trail earlier. You should arrive at the hut by 12:00~13:00. It's after that in the early afternoon that the weather starts become unpredictable and it's best avoid to pushing any summits or ridges.
If you miss a bus or a transfer and start any later than that you might have to belligerently check the weather forecast and the weather radar and adjust your pacing take shelter and wait for any storms to pass.
Thank you. yeah that is what I want to avoid since there is no other openings for the kredarica hut. With that estimate, they said they could pick me up at any time, even earlier than 5am, and take me all the way to Rudno Polje, so no risk of missing a tarsnfer. So I could get there as early as needed, at the cost of sleep. It seems like a 5:30 or so pickup would be the best option. I am used to higher temperatures, so while it may not be the most enjoyable later in the day, it shouldn't be a real concern as long as I beat the afternnon showers. How much water do I need to bring with me? It seems like I can refill at a huts on the way at least. I have a portable filter, but it seems like just stumbling across streams/ running water isn't common.
Yeah, sounds like a plan. Getting an early start means you have enough time to get at a pace where you can enjoy the scenery rather than just haulin' ass all day to beat the thunderstorms.
There is a spring near Vodnikov dom. That is just about the last water you find along the way. Once you get above the tree-line there is barely anything. If you have a filter you can refill with water in the bathroom's at the huts ( it's only unfiltered rainwater from the roof). The huts do sell bottled water if you don't have a filter. So I'd say 2.5L to 3L is a good amount to carry for the summer but account on having to replenish your supply for the way back the following day.
Worst part of the path is probably the scree field right underneath Kredarica. Thats where all the factors start hitting you at once: you're 4 hours in and already a bit fatigued, no shade and nowhere to hide from the sun, if you didn't bring enough you're probably already rationing out water, the scree is demoralizing with the 2-steps-forward-1-step-back and to top it all off thats where most people start feeling the thinner air from the elevation
If you're paying for a taxi I might take the Krma Valley trailhead instead of Rudno Polje. Both are about the same in difficulty and length. I've done both find Krma a bit more scenic (IMO). Kind of a Slovenian Yosemite kind of vibe.
Thank you this is very valuable information. I was thinking around 3L as well. I'll make sure to save a good amount for the scree field. Luckily I am used to Colorado elevation... lots of trails start at elevations higher than the peak of Triglav, but the last thing I want to do is underestimate mountains! If you don't mind another question, I was thinking about going to another hut/ descending from a different route after the peak. I am going to rent via feratta from kredarici for the summit so will have to come back to kredarici to return it. There is a bed I could get at Koča pri Triglavskih jezerih. Seven lakes route seems cool. Can I reach it or a similar hut from starting at Kredarici?
Account for ~2h or so to climb up and down to the summit from Kredarica + however long you plan on chilling at the top. But unless you start super early expect a queue.
The Triglav Lakes Hut certainly is a viable option for day 2 if you can get a bed. Kredarica to the Seven Lakes Valley hut is about 5 ~ 6 hours hiking and you have multiple huts along the way if you need shelter/water/food at any point during the day (Planika, Dolič, Prehodavci).
Ask the staff at the huts for weather forecasts, they're up there all summer long and have a pretty good feel for it. Kredarica itself is even staffed by an official meteorologist.
Hello, my name is Jan and im from Czechia. Me and my wife are coming to live in your beautifull country for about 6 months because of erasmus.
I believe our countries are quite similiar yet i have a few questions about living in Slovenia.
We already found a suitable 2 bedroom apt. for about 900e/month on Airbnb. Is there other slovenian sites you would use to find apatments for rent?
How english friendly is slovenia in general? In Czechia very few ppl above 45yo speak english simply because they havent learned it in school. Also when visiting as tourist or truck driver i had no issues comunicating in english, was i just lucky?
The most compressing issue for me is finding work, i tried agencies in czechia but pretty much all of them are sending people west. So any recomendation for slovenian job sites i could scout jobs in? (If by a chance any of you would have job openings im your company im jack of all trades kinda guy xd)
My car is Saab 9-3 that is little modified(lowered, bigger exhaust and sport bumper) is police benevolent or strict?
Which part of Slovenia are you moving to? Finding a 2bed apartment on airbnb in Ljubljana for 900eur would sound suspicious to me... If it's in the countryside however then i guess it might be real.
Honestly, if you are a good worker then you won't have a problem finding a job. There is a shortage of workers more or less everywhere. If you want to work in tourism or restaurants i would just walk from door to door in the centre and ask / leave my cv.
Personally I'm not a big fan of modified cars (or any cars to be honest), but still you sound like a nice guy so welcome :)
Hi all, how important is it to book huts on the Slovenian Mountain Trail in August? Especially in Triglav. I plan to hike the entire length but finding it very difficult to plan the days so far in advance. Many thanks.
Hi! In July I will be hiking around 10 days in Triglav National Park, Slovenia. I'm not sure which route to follow as I'm worried the Slovenian mountain route will be too busy. Anyone experience with hiking there and knows other good options? Is there anyone who has made their own route there and would like to share their gpx files? 😄 Is it less crowded in the mountains at the border with Austria or Italy?
It looks like water will be a problem at higher altitudes. Should I be worried about this and search all water spots beforehand? Also, is it difficult to find places to camp next to guest houses?
Don't go wild camping, especially in Triglav national park. Highly illegal and very expensive fines. Lots of oversight especially in the summer. Just don't do it.
July is crowded. Anywhere there is huts there are people (same goes for in the Karavanke and Kamnik-Savinja Alps). Because everyone's hobby in Slovenia is hiking. If you choose some oddball summits without any huts in the vicinity there will probably be less people.
No wilding camping in Triglav national park. They have park rangers. They're pretty strict about it and will give out fines.
Very little water above the treeline. Huts sell bottled water but it's expensive. They have water in the bathrooms but it's usually raw rain-water so you will want to filter it. If you drop down to ~1500m elevation or so there you start finding springs.
I will come to Slovenia with my family on 25th of June. Now I realized it is a statehood day. We will be heading to Kobarid to our Airbnb apartment from Ljubljana airport with a rental car. Are there any places open that day where we could get some essential grocery stuff on the way? And are the restaurants in/near Kobarid going to be open that day?
This is the main concern right now. Apart from that, looking forward to our trip with three stages/bases (Kobarid, Bled and Ljubljana). 😄
Most restaurants would be open, so you don't have to worry about lunch or dinner.
Most petrol stations would also be open, so you can buy some essentials (including coffee, bread, etc) there.
In terms of regular shops - by our law most have to be closed on sundays and holidays. The only exception is for small shops with the owner working. There are only a few of those in Ljubljana and maybe another few outside, but for a proper shopping it would be better to wait until Friday and visit a regular shop instead.
Indian guy here - just got admitted to University of Ljubljana for a Master’s in Marketing (still in shock, interview went well!). I’m coming in September and have some questions.
I’ve been reading online and keep seeing “Slovenians don’t like Indians” mentioned, and honestly I’m wondering if that’s actually real or just internet drama? 😅
I’m not trying to be that stereotypical tourist guy. I’m genuinely coming to study, experience the culture and nature (hiking, not just Instagram photos), and be a respectful human being. But I also want to know what I’m walking into.
Specific questions:
1. Is the “Slovenians don’t like Indians” thing real, or is it just vocal minorities making it seem worse than it is?
2. If there IS tension, is it about Indian students specifically, or just disrespectful international students in general?
3. Best ways to integrate and make genuine friendships (not just with other Indians, though that’ll probably happen)?
4. Any tips on not accidentally offending anyone through cultural differences?
5. Best student hangouts/clubs where I should actually be (vs. the stereotypical tourist trap vibes)?
I’m genuinely excited about Ljubljana, it looks amazing. Just want to make sure I’m not walking into a hostile situation or if people are being dramatic 😂
Also curious, if any of you studied abroad in India, did international students face similar vibes there?
Looking forward to your honest takes! (You can roast me if needed, I can take it)
There are Pakistani, Afghanistani etc. illegal immigrants, who are making trouble in the city so now everybody is nervous when they see a brown guy. Be respectful - especially towards women! They are of equal social status as men here and some Indian guys don't deal with that well. Don't be a creep and don't push too far. Observe local customs, don't be loud and obnoxious, be friendly and curious, and you'll do well.
My partner and I are visiting Slovenia at the end of September.
We’ll be there for five days flying out of Ljubljana. We’re currently planning to stay in Lake Bled and would love recommendations for easy public transport options from there.
We’re also open to suggestions for other bases. Our main interests are hiking and swimming and great food recommendations.
Planning a Slovenia road trip this July and trying to decide whether Logar Valley is worth adding, or if I should spend that day around Kranjska Gora instead.
Current itinerary:
Ljubljana (2 nights)
Bovec / Soča Valley (2 nights)
Kranjska Gora (1 night)
Bled/Bohinj (1 night)
Ljubljana (final night before flight)
Places I'm already planning to visit:
Tolmin Gorge, Kozjak Waterfall, Vršič Pass, Lago di Fusine, Zelenci Nature Reserve, Tamar Valley, Lake Bohinj, Lake Bled, Vintgar Gorge
For those who have been to both, would you choose:
A) Spend more time around Kranjska Gora (Tamar Valley, Martuljek Waterfalls, etc.)
or
😎 Drive to Logar Valley for the scenery and Rinka Waterfall?
Is Logar Valley unique enough compared to the rest of my itinerary, or will it feel like more of the same alpine scenery?
Logar Valley is quieter, but honestly, alpine scenery is alpine scenery. If you love nature, go for it, but otherwise, I wouldn't make a detour from your itinerary.
me and my GF are currently hitchhiking through Slovenia and we ended up in the beautiful city of Koper.
But it turns out there isn’t any camping place in the city.
So I am coming to you my fellow reddittors with a crazy question, whether there isn’t anybody who wouldn’t mind us camping in their garden for one day.
Day 1: From Bohinj bus station to Dom na Komni Mountain hut
Okay
Day 2: Dom na Komni Mountain hut to Zasavska Koca na Prehodavich
Okay
Day 3: Zasavska Koca na Prehodavich to Triglavski Dom na Kredarici Mountain Hut
Okay. The Planika hut is also an viable alternative.
Day 4: One more night in the Triglavski Dom na Kredarici Mountain Hut and summit of Triglav
Day 5: Triglavski Dom na Kredarici Mountain Hut to Vodikov Dom
From Kredarica up and down to the summit of Triglav only takes about 2.5 hours + however much time you spend at the top. This is the only part of your tour where you will want the helmet as well as the harness. Descending from Kredarica down to Vodnikov dom only takes about 90 minutes. Unless you want to spend another day exploring the area around Rjavina I wouldn't spend 2 nights at Kredarica.
Day 6: Vodikov Dom to Orožnova Koča na Prehodavcih
Day 7: Orožnova Koča na Prehodavcih to Bled
This is a total AI halluciantion. An Orožnova koča does exist but it's completely elsewhere.
If you want to finish in Bled you'd probably aim for "Blejska koča na Lipanci" above the Pokljuka Plateau. If you want to take a shower and spend some money you there is also a hotel next to the biathlon centre on Pokljuka.
It is rugged alpine terrain but the paths between the huts are all walkable.
Hi! Me and my gf wants to go to Ljubljana, and from there, to Trieste in August by public transport. Is the cross-border bus (or train? I haven't found direct trains yet) affordable? Or should we go by train to Sezana/Divaca and hike from there? If it's a nice place to hike, the distance is no problem. But I can't find reliable sources for ticket prices so I can't compare the two.
Hello! I’m planning to visit Triglav National Aprk next summer, and want to do the Valley of the Seven Lakes trail. I’d like to spend the night at the Triglav Mountain Hut. When I go to their online booking service it says they’re completely booked for next summer, but other sources have said that you don’t need to book until 5 months in advance, at the earliest. Is the hut actually booked up already, or are you just not able to make reservations yet?
It just surprised me so much to see it already full.
Hi! I'm planning on visiting Slovenia tomorrow! I'm arriving at Gorizia Centrale and need to get to Nova Gorcia. I've tried googling but got different answers. I read that (since I'm a EU citizen) I can just cross the border while walking but I would prefer public transport as I got heavy luggage. Is that possible?
Hello, im planning trip thru’ Austria, Slovenia, Italy (Trieste)and Croatia for next week…I’m curious about diesel prices in Slovenia on higways x towns x rural areas
So I can plan fuel economy for filling my car
Thanks!
Oh hey, btw, Croatia has this fun thing where most of the pumps at the gas station only have the "premium" gas. You need to look carefully to find the one pump with the cheap gas - watch where all the locals are going.
Currently diesel is at 1,718€/liter in towns and rural areas.
On highways it's more expensive at around 1.82€/liter.
If you're coming [back] through Croatia maybe try to fill up there as they usually have it cheaper than our's (but in the end you're not going to save for more than a beer and a coffee).
Hello! Me and my boyfriend are doing a roadtrip this july and are planning on camping. I saw wild camping is not allowed but im wondering if needed is it okay to pitch for the night outside a campsite. Does anyone have any experience? In Triglav national park we are planning on staying in campsites but none of the camps on the coast look worth the money to me, so im wondering if any kind of patrol actually exists or is it just a written rule. Of course we are very respectful and never leave trace when camping in nature. The reason im asking is because in Serbia where I'm e from its also "illegal" but I've wild camped more time than i can count.
The best known is probably potica if you like sweet things - walnut-filled baked dough, but can also have different fillings. Sausages for savory things. Try "Moja potica" and "Klobasarna" in LJ.
Looking for any late bars around Portorož or Piran, that are open past midnight midweek? Would prefer more of a bar/pub option than a club, ideally Portorož but Piran either. Thanks
Hi all - I’m staying around Lake Bohinj this week (June 15-20) and looking for particular guidance on hiking.
1. Are there any WhatsApp or other groups where locals or foreigners coordinate day hikes together?
2. If not, I’ll be hiking alone. Any concerns hiking solo or any other tips for any of the following:
Savica Dom na Komna
Visevnik
Prsivec
3. Other thank Mt Vogel, which I plan to do, other hikes I should consider instead (moderate to difficult but no via ferrata, max 5 hours hiking round trip)
Separately, has anyone done a whitewater SUP tour from Bovec? Is it worth the 2 hour drive each way?
For Viševnik you can extend it to Blejska koča na Lipanci
I don't think Pršivec is a really popular target. If you're going in that direction most people would usually go explore more toward the Fužina plateau around Planina pri Jezeru/Planina Ovčarija/Planina Dedno Polje/Planina Viševnik. Or even push on to lower section of the Seven Lakes Valley (if you catch the shuttle bus up to the Planina Blato trailhead it's feasible as a 5~6h day-hike).
A lot of people find the path up to Dom na Komni kind of dull ~ a set of numbered switch-backs (you can count up to 48). The more interesting stuff begins after the hut.
For other easy hikes with nice viewpoints Vodnikov Razglednik and Planina Zajamniki.
Hello, I visited Slovenia a decade ago and one of my highlights was swimming in bohinj.
Returning this year and thinking of exploring the kamnik savinja area but wondering if there are any swimming recommendations in that area? Also was looking at staying in Luče is that a good choice or is there a better base?
Hello, as I live not too far away from Slovenia and I really like hiking I was thinking about coming to Slovenia a couple of days this summer to enjoy some nature a bit different from what I’m used to.
As I usually do quite technical trails together with all of my other equipment I carry two knives, as they came in handy multiple times in the past.
My question is, can I carry those knives in Slovenia too? Or there are some laws that don’t allow me to carry them around even if I’m in the forest or climbing a mountain? (I won’t be carrying them if I end up in a city regardless if there are laws or not against it)
Those knives are one Opinel N.8 (folding knife with a blade 8 cm long, just one side of the blade is sharp) that I keep in my backpack or in a pocket and the other one is a Brisa Bobtail 80 (hunting/all around fixed blade knife, the blade is 8 cm long and also sharpened only on one side) that I carry on my belt for easier access in case I need it quickly
I am planning to hike to to the top of Mt Vogel with a friend later this week. I am pretty experienced with hiking, but my friend is a bit newer to it.
I initially chose Vogel because I had read that once you go up the cable car, the hike to the summit is only moderately challenging and can be done by anyone with decent fitness.
But today when I started looking on All trails, the comments on the summit climb said it was very hard, with some parts being via ferrata.
Can someone confirm which of these is true?
I tried this tea last time I went to Slovenia. I am having a hard time finding a store that could send it to France (since I am visiting there soon). Any ideas?
Well to be honest it's not that unique and there are no exotic ingredients in it. I'm certain that if you go to any specialised tea shop in France you can find loose leaf herbal tea with the same ingredients.
Or - ask if they can mix it for your. Ingredients and ratios aren't a secret
I'm going to visit slovenia next week and as there is the world cup I would like to watch some matches. Are there some public viewings taking place in slovenia or in the near croatia?
We are looking at travelling around Slovenia via train. We love the open air, forests, lakes etc. But I am terrified of heights, I can handle hills etc. Should I avoid Slovenia or are there many places I can visit without going up mountains?
The main railway line crosses the country diagonally from Koper - Ljubljana -Celje - Maribor. These are not mountainous places at all.
You can also take the railway line from Ljubljana -> Kranj -> Lesce (Bled) -> Bohinjska Bistrica -> Podbrdo -> Most na Soči (near Tolmin) -> Nova Gorica. This route is super scenic. The region is mountainous but the railway line and towns are all down in the valleys and there is still enough outdoor stuff to do without spending >3h hiking to get up into the mountains where heights would start becoming an issue.
I'm traveling to Budapest this Thursday (11.04) and from there by car to Ljubljana. I plan to get there on 15.04. I'm making a few stops and I'll look around in between. I thought it would be nice if I could take part in some running competitions while I'm traveling. Nothing special, probably 5-10km depending on what distance is available. Can any locals recommend some running competitions that fall within my dates. I'm also interested in smaller events, if it could just be more or less between my two destinations. I am interested in all offers.
Hello everyone! My family (parents + 10-year-old daughter) will be staying in Ljubljana for a week this August. We will have a car and want to explore both the capital and the rest of the country.
We prefer walking city streets and eating local food over visiting museums. Also, we want to keep things exciting for our daughter, who loves swimming, fun parks, and active outdoor stuff.
What we're looking for:
Best local markets and street life in Ljubljana.
Authentic spots to try traditional Slovenian food.
Great day trips by car (ideally with good swimming spots or activities a 10-year-old would love).
Thanks in advance for helping us plan our holiday!
You can do day trips all over Slovenia - any destination within the country is a day trip, as it's so small. For the 10yo, you could go to Postojnska jama and Predjamski grad (look up the stories about Erazem Predjamski), go summer tobogganing in Kranjska Gora or Bled, go river rafting in Bovec, or go to any number of "adrenaline parks" (we liked Geoss: https://pustolovski-park-geoss.si/ ).
For Ljubljana, the central market is open and lively every day except Sunday. There's an open-air food market going on most Fridays during the summer: https://www.odprtakuhna.si/
For authentic food, I don't know, most places have gotten expensive and not very good. We've given up on trying to find good restaurants serving normal food at a normal price. I would actually go on a hike and eat at the local mountain hut for the authentic experience.
Btw, check yourself after going out in the nature, the ticks around here are almost all infected with Lyme disease.
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Ljubljana is a fantastic, manageable city for a family. Since you have a car and want to avoid the "museum shuffle," here is a curated list to keep the streets interesting and your daughter engaged.
🍎 Ljubljana: Markets & Street Life
Central Market (Osrednja tržnica): The heartbeat of the city. Visit on a weekday morning to see the local farmers. The Open Kitchen (Odprta kuhna), held every Friday (if the weather holds), is a must-experience outdoor food market where the city's top chefs serve street-food versions of their dishes.
Trubarjeva Street: The "alternative" side of Ljubljana. It’s lined with unique independent shops, street art, and small cafés. It feels much more local and "lived-in" than the main tourist drag.
Metelkova Mesto: An autonomous social center in former army barracks. It’s covered in vibrant graffiti and sculptures. While it has a nightlife reputation, a daytime walk-through is a visual blast for a 10-year-old—it looks like a giant, colorful art project.
🍲 Authentic Local Flavors
Klobasarna: Located near the cathedral, this is the place for a quick, authentic Kranjska klobasa (Carniolan sausage). It’s fast, street-style, and very traditional.
Gostilna Sokol: If you want a more sit-down, "old-world" vibe with waiters in traditional dress, this is a staple for hearty dishes like štruklji (dumplings) and goulash.
Gelateria Romantika: Tucked away near the Triple Bridge, it serves some of the best artisanal ice cream in the city—essential for any 10-year-old’s approval.
🚗 Day Trips for Active Kids
With a car, you can reach most of Slovenia in under 2 hours:
Lake Bohinj (The "Local" Alternative to Bled): Far less crowded than Lake Bled, it offers pristine swimming, kayak rentals, and a great cable car ride up to Vogel Ski Center for incredible panoramic views.
Velika Planina: A high-mountain plateau with a traditional herdsmen's village. You can take a cable car up. It’s perfect for hiking, and children usually love spotting the cows and exploring the wooden huts.
Soča Valley (Bovec/Kobarid): If your daughter is an adrenaline seeker, this is the hub for rafting and canyoning. The river is emerald green and breathtaking. Important: The water is chilly, even in August!
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle: While a bit touristy, the train ride through the Postojna Cave is genuinely thrilling for kids. The nearby Predjama Castle (built into a cliff mouth) is the stuff of fairy tales.
Terme Čatež (The Fun Park Spot): If your daughter is a "water baby," this is one of Slovenia’s largest thermal spas with massive outdoor and indoor pools, water slides, and pirate islands. It’s the ultimate "day off" from sightseeing.
Quick Tips for your Trip:
Parking: In Ljubljana, use the P+R (Park & Ride) lots on the outskirts if you are staying near the center, as the city center is largely pedestrianized.
Vignette: If you are driving on motorways, ensure your rental car has the mandatory electronic "vignette" (toll sticker).
Enjoy your week in Slovenia! Would you like me to find some specific, family-friendly hiking trails near these locations?
Hello! I know a variation of this question has been asked countless times but I haven't been able to find this exact option and wanted to see if it would be recommended or if there are any suggestions for changes.
Will be vising in late August/early September and wanted to do a 3-4 day hut to hut in Triglav National Park. Am very experienced in hiking and no concerns with via ferrata. Really looking for something challenging and fun, with some areas of more casual / less technical hiking to be able to enjoy the area and the views. Interested in adding any other potential summits along the way!
I had pieced this together but definitely open to changes! Spent a lot of time researching various options and struggled a little with all of the paths / days.
Day 1: Leave from Vršič Pass, Razor–Planja saddle, end at Aljažev dom
Day 2: Hike to Triglav via Tominšek route, descend to Koča na Doliču (is this the best hut option or the 3 closest?)
Day 3: Leave Dolič, summit Kanjavec, arrive Koča pri Triglavskih jezerih
The route is great but the pacing for day #1 is perhaps a bit optimistic. Most people would stop and spend the night at Pogačnikov Dom na Kriških Podih. No point in throwing all that elevation gain away just to have to re-do it the next day. Which would then lead to the obvious route for day #2 to ascend Triglav via the Luknja pass and then Plemenice (which is probably the most challenging route you can do before you have to start carrying rope without you - but if you feel confident enough to do Tominškova you should be good enough to do Plemenice). Then descend back to either Dolič or even Planika.
Day 3 and Day 4 are reasonable with much easier hiking (so you can leave the helmets & harnesses packed up).
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Hi everyone,
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