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The Brdo Park

The Brdo Park

The charming landscape of the Brdo Estate is a treasure trove of Carniolan aristocratic history. On a relaxing walk through the park grounds, you can admire the rich flora and fauna and get to see many sights, such as the Brdo Castle, the former castle dock, old orangery, a valuable sculptural collection, a beehive with beehive panels painted by famous Slovenian painters and straw-covered hayracks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The City of Ptuj

The City of Ptuj

A stroll through our oldest city offers many interesting and varied things. You can climb to the castle hill and extend your walk to the largest artificial lake on the Drava River.

 

 

The Herman Potočnik Noordung Center of Space Technologies

The Herman Potočnik Noordung Center of Space Technologies

Here is a tip for a family trip: visit The Herman Potočnik Noordung Center of Space Technologies in the town of Vitanje! Learn about the visionaries of space travel, explore space technologies, and immerse yourself in the story of space.

The Island of Love

The Island of Love

Over the centuries, the Mura River playfully created a natural island, which the locals call the Island of Love (“Otok ljubezni”). Everyone living in the immediate and wider surroundings know of the beautiful and unspoiled nature abiding there.

 

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The Kreda Lake, Zgornja Radovna

The Kreda Lake, Zgornja Radovna

Kreda is a small artificial lake in the Radovna River Valley in northwestern Slovenia. The lake is ideal for soaking in and swimming on hot summer days, but because of its beautiful nature, you can enjoy a picnic or a trip at any time when the weather is nice. Its surroundings are a suitable excursion point for swimmers, walkers, cyclists and families with small children because it is easily accessible.

 

 

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The Little Mills in the Village of Suhadole

The Little Mills in the Village of Suhadole

The easiest way to get to the little mills is to start from the village of Suhadole. Drive from the town of Mengeš in the direction of the Brnik Airport, turn left at the petrol station and continue through the village of Suhadole all the way to the church of St. Clement, where signposts direct you in the right direction. When the asphalt ends, the macadam road across the bridge over the Pšata River leads you to the foot of a lower hill.

 

 

 

The Little Tržič Shoe Tour

The Little Tržič Shoe Tour

The Little Tržič Shoe Tour (Korakec po tržiško), a hike that is specially adapted for children, is a shorter version of the Tržič Shoe Tour (Korak po tržiško). We recommend this interesting presentation to all families interested in the ancient shoemaking craft of Tržič.

The Logar Valley

The Logar Valley

The Logar Valley (Logarska dolina) is one of the most beautiful Alpine glacial valleys in Europe.

 

 

 

The Old Castle/Smlednik Castle

The Old Castle/Smlednik Castle

East of the Zbilje Lake, you can see the interesting ruins of a certain castle. The Old Castle (also called the Smlednik Castle) is one of the most popular locations for a family trip around here, as the trail is also suitable for toddlers, and the view at the top is simply stunning.

 

 

 

 

The town of Rogatec

The town of Rogatec

This was a short trip with the kids past the stables and on to one of the most beautiful open-air museums in the town of Rogatec. You can start in the town center of Rogatec or drive on and leave your car at the foot of the Strmol Manor (Strmol Castle/Strmol Mansion).

 

 

 

The town of Saint Primus above Muta

The town of Saint Primus above Muta

A trip to the town of Sveti Primož nad Muto is a must for all little hikers and their parents who are visiting the beautiful Carinthia.

 

 

The Tree Top Walk

The Tree Top Walk

This is the latest attraction on Rogla, which impresses any visitor with its innovative approach and spectacular view. Finally, one can imagine what it is like to fly above the treetops and see the world through the eyes of a bird.

 

 

 

Tivoli City Park, Šiška Hrib, Koseze Pond

Tivoli City Park, Šiška Hrib, Koseze Pond

Discover rich nature in the middle of Ljubljana. Visit the Tivoli City Park and experience GREEN Ljubljana together with your children. We took advantage of a fine summer morning to visit our capital city of Ljubljana and experienced a beautiful family trip, which took place entirely to the taste of our youngest members. This meant a lot of running around and playing in the woods and meadows and mandatory snack stops.

 

 


 

 

Travna Gora Mountain Hut

Travna Gora Mountain Hut

There are so many hills beckoning us to climb them and admire the views up there. Take a relaxing Sunday walk with your kids from the village of Nova Štifta to the Travna gora Mountain Hut.

 

 

Trimmigo Trim Track in Mirna

Trimmigo Trim Track in Mirna

Mirna is a small town with quite a few interesting sights. One of such landmarks is the magnificent castle (the locals call it the sleeping princess), which is currently unfortunately falling into ruin.

View Tower in Gonjače Circular Trail – Šmartno

View Tower in Gonjače Circular Trail – Šmartno

Goriška Brda Wine Region is stunningly captivating. Excellent wines allied to a picturesque landscape have bestowed on Brda the title “Tuscany of Slovenia”.

 

 

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Vipava River Springs

Vipava River Springs

The Vipava River has a total of seven permanent springs and all are located right here in the town of Vipava. Its main sources are the Podskala and Podfarovž double springs, located only a few meters from the Main Square, behind Lanthieri's manor. The other sources of the river spring up behind Tabor, Podlipca, Jama and Sleženec. The Vipava River’s springs are unique in Europe due to their delta-like semblance. 

 

 

 

Vulkanija Adventure Park

Vulkanija Adventure Park

Did you know that the last volcano in Slovenia erupted in the area of the village of Grad 3 million years ago? Its crater was about 1 kilometer (0.10 miles) in diameter and Vulkanija Adventure Park is located on a part of this crater. This is a most interesting family trip!

 

 

 

Wild Lake-Idrija

Wild Lake-Idrija

Divje jezero Lake (Wild Lake) in Idrija is definitely one of the most enchanting locations in Slovenia. An interesting natural history trail along the Idrijca River leads us to this karst landmark.

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Završnica Lake

Završnica Lake

The Završnica Valley (also called Zavrh by the locals for a short period) was formed by the Završnica Stream. The stream has its headwaters in the high mountains between the Begunjščica and Stol peaks, flows behind the Peč Mountain and empties into the Sava Dolinka Riverat the northern end of Dežela Plain.

 

 

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Zbilje Lake

Zbilje Lake

Lake Zbilje is an artificial reservoir built on the Sava River near the Zbilje village. The lake was constructed in 1953, when a dam was built as part of the Medvode hydroelectric power plant. 

 

 

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Žovnek Castle - Vransko

Žovnek Castle - Vransko

Žovnek Castle in the town of Vransko is one of the oldest such buildings in Slovenia and its original builder is unknown.

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