Slovenia
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Looking for great ideas and excursions in Slovenia? Let us share our love for the country and our favorite places to visit. We write about everything from sights, adventures, and nature to hikes, cycling trips, restaurant visits, ecotourism, wine, and more.
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Vrata Valley
The Vrata Valley is the largest and most accessible valley on the northern side of the Julian Alps. It stretches from the village of Mojstrana to the imposing north face of Triglav. Surrounded by many of the highest peaks in the Julian Alps, the valley serves as an important starting point for hikes. However, it can be enjoyed by anyone—you don’t need to be a mountaineer to visit.
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The Jošt House
The Jošt House is a restaurant and mountain hut on top of Mount St. Jošt. It offers a combination of great food and incredible views. It is also a popular excursion spot for residents of the city of Kranj. The peak lies at an altitude of 845 meters above sea level. For many, it is a hiking destination that provides a great opportunity for some exercise after work. At the top, visitors are rewarded with a view of a large part of Upper Carniola (Gorenjska).
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Cejkotova Homestead
We first heard about Cejkotova Homestead in 2021 when a friend recommended it to us. We are very grateful for that—it’s his favorite place. It turned out to be a truly special spot that gave us a fantastic culinary experience. Far from a typical luxury restaurant or one with Michelin stars, this is on another level.
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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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Kamnik-Savinja Alps
The Kamnik-Savinja Alps lie east of the Julian Alps, just north of Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. They have a different vibe than the Julian Alps—tourist crowds are smaller, local life feels more authentic, and traditions are better preserved. The area also features one of the most beautiful valleys in the Alps, making it an excellent destination for visitors seeking both nature and cultural experiences.
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Domaine Slapšak
Domaine Slapšak is a producer of high-quality sparkling wines, made using the traditional method, just like in Champagne. Their specialty is blending classic Champagne grape varieties with the local Žametna Črnina grape. The winery has been producing wines for several generations, but it is only recently that they have started producing sparkling wines—and there is a special story behind this.
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