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Slovenia is compact and green, with alpine scenery, a walkable capital and good food, all within short drives of each other.
Best time · May to SeptemberSuggested length · 4 to 6 nights
Where should you go?
- Ljubljana
- Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj
- The Soca Valley
- Postojna or Skocjan caves
What should you do?
- Walk or cycle around Bohinj, which is quieter than Bled
- Raft or hike in the Soca Valley
- Spend an evening on the Ljubljana riverfront
What should you eat or experience?
- Alpine, Mediterranean and central European cooking all appear here
- Wine regions are small and easy to visit on a day trip
Where is a good area to stay?
- Ljubljana for two nights, then a lake or valley base
When should you visit?
May to September. Winter suits skiing rather than sightseeing.
How long should you spend there?
4 to 6 nights.