Lake Jasna
Lake Jasna is a small but very scenic lake located just above the town of Kranjska Gora in the Julian Alps. You pass the lake on the way up to the Vršič Pass. The surrounding high mountains provide a beautiful backdrop. We often stop by Lake Jasna—sometimes on the way to another destination, sometimes for a coffee, and occasionally for a short swim.
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Vintgar Gorge
We visited Vintgar Gorge in the summer of 2025. I was a bit skeptical at first, as it can feel like a tourist trap when you read about it or see the place. Fortunately, Irina convinced me to go. Although there is an entrance fee, it’s definitely worth it to see the gorge, the Radovna River flowing through it, and its waterfall. Being so close to Bled, the area attracts many tourists in the summer, but fortunately, everything is well organized.
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Trenta Valley
The Trenta Valley is one of the most beautiful and untouched valleys in the Julian Alps. It is also the source of the Soča River (known as the Isonzo in Italian), widely regarded as one of the most beautifgul rivers in Europe — and we wholeheartedly agree. The valley offers endless opportunities for nature and adventure enthusiasts: rafting, ziplining, hiking, cycling, and more. For us, one of the greatest joys is simply driving through the valley, soaking in its atmosphere and breathtaking beauty.
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Velika Planina
Velika Planina is an alpine plateau in the Kamnik–Savinja Alps and is home to one of the largest herdsmen settlements in Europe. The settlement includes about 140 traditional huts, used for summer livestock pastures. As a visitor, you can experience what life on the plateau was like in the past while enjoying spectacular views of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps and the Ljubljana Basin. Several huts also offer the chance to taste traditional local food, making the visit both scenic and cultural.
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Bled
Bled town and Lake Bled are probably the most well-known locations in Slovenia. When we are in the country, we stay not far from Lake Bled, which allows us to visit often—for swimming or simply enjoying a drink by the lake in the evening. We usually prefer to go by bicycle, as traffic in and out of Bled can cause long queues, especially during the summer when there are many tourists.
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Peričnik Waterfall
The Peričnik Waterfall is located in the Vrata Valley, a few kilometers from the village of Mojstrana, which sits at the entrance to the valley. Peričnik is one of the taller waterfalls in Slovenia, and what makes it really special is that you can walk along a path behind the cascading water. The experience is thrilling, with the roar of the waterfall all around you—and you should expect to get a little wet!
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