A winding road trip in Slovenia

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Here you'll get an overview of the itinerary. Remember, this road trip is only a route suggeestion. If you'd like to visit destinations other than those above you can always change the itinerary. The adventure is entirely up to you!

Find your seat in the train, get the playlist going in your headphones and lean back while the beautiful nature passes by as you cruise down through Europe. Absorb the impressions from the intense forests, the rugged mountains and the charming small villages, completely hidden from the masses. Interrail is the perfect way to start this adventure where slow travel is the key. Lit, we know!

We've chosen to add an Interrail pass valid for 5 travel days during 1 month to this itinerary, but if you want to boost your eurotrip with even more interrailing, go for it! This trip is all about freedom!

Spectacular alpine scenery with a rich history makes Gorenjska region the most acclaimed and visited region in Slovenia. It has the most attractive mountains, including Kravanke, Kamnik-Sanvinj Alps and Julian Alps, and most importantly Triglav National Park, the only national park of Slovenia. Don't miss out on visiting the beautiful waterfalls Kozjak and Peričnik. Lake Bohinj and Lake Bled, with its legendary island in the middle of the lake, are also two musts in this leg of the journey.

This part of the road trip is a highlight for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts. Hiking, climbing, cycling, swimming, skiing are just a few cool activities. If you're into culture, check out Škofja Loka's medieval town, Kranj in the center of Gorenjska and Radovljica's ancient town center.

In Goriška you'll face breathtaking natural wonders and shocking memories of the most atrocious battles of World War I. When here you should hit the roads to Soča Valley, a must-visit place. Numerous water sports are available here, from kayaking and canoeing to rafting and canyoning. Visitors can also experience the valley with parachutes, hang-gliders, and mountain bikes.

Holler, all wine lovers out there! Picturesque Goriška Brda is a winegrowing area that produces some of Slovenia's finest wines. The eastern Vipava valley is also a beautiful area of vineyards surrounded by rugged hills, where paragliders and skydivers from all over the world come to spread their wings. Besides wine, the outstanding Italian influenced cuisine is one of the main attractions in Goriška. Don't miss out on žlikrofi, traditional Slovenian dumpling.

Slovenian coast may be small, but that's compensated with a huge diversity. The 80 meters high Strunjan cliff, the highest flysch wall on the Adriatic coast and the Sečovlje saltworks, are two must-visit areas in the Obalno-Kraška region. Here, the towns of Piran, Izola and Koper, attracts visitors with their medieval cores, while Portorož offers numerous modern hotels, a fully equipped marina, thermal baths and a varied offer of cultural events.

Behind the Slovene coast is the Karst region, where the craggy ridges and highland meadows of the limestone plateau descend. Karst region is home to Škocjan cave, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

If you're a fish-loving foodie your in for a treat when driving in this region. The food here is a spectacular mix of cultural influences with dishes fusing seafood with truffles, mushrooms and home-cured ham, pršut.

In the Primorsko-Notranjska region lies one of the most popular natural attractions in Slovenia, Postojna Cave, which constitutes the longest subterranean system in the country formed by the seeping water of river Pivka. If you can't get enough of caves go to Notranjska Regional Park where about 450 underground caves and abysses have been found. You can even go kayaking in one of them, namely the Križna cave.

In this region you can also hit the roads to the wonderful and mysterious Lake Cerknica, a "disappearing" lake, meaning it's a broad karstic depression that fills the water during wet spells that gradually dries as the water seeps away into its porous limestone underlay.

Vineyards and little hilltop churches, castles, monasteries, and broad forests give the Dolenjska region a particular charm. This region offers countless opportunities to explore and enjoy natural sights, relax, and make interesting stops along heritage trails and wine routes.

Follow the river Krka from its source in Krka Cave to Žužemberk, the location of one of the most picturesque castles in Slovenia, such as Otočec castle. Make sure to stop at the spas of Dolenjske Toplice or Šmarješke Toplice. A well-deserved pause after all that driving.

If you want to get your blood flowing, go to the nearby Gorjanci Hills. Here you're promised adventures suitable for all outdoorsy travelers. On the sunny side of the Gorjanci Hills lies Bela Krajina, a karstic plain embraced by Slovenia's warmest river Kolpa, which offers a variety of activities, from swimming to fishing.

In the hearth of Štajerska lies Slovenia's second-largest city Maribor. This is a youthful and active city with the oldest grapevine in the world. Štajerska is a vine region so a drive through the countryside is a must.

Rising west of Maribor overlooking the hill vineyards is Mariborsko Pohorje, a center for sports activities. Another attraction in this region is Ptuj, Slovenia's oldest town once called Poetovio by the Romans, known as the town of "kurents" (traditional carnival figures that wave away the winter).

From Štajerska you continue to the Pomurska region. The dreamy countryside of this region is a land of wide fields, rounded hills, floating mills, healing waters, picturesque winegrowing hills and original traditions. The towns and villages along the Mura River are linked by excellent bicycling, hiking, and walking trails and by several wine roads. Here you have the perfect opportunity to not only taste excellent wines but also the characteristic culinary specialties.

The Koroška region is mostly covered in slopes. Peaks such as Peca, Uršlja Gora, Raduha and the Pohorje mountain range offer you an active experience of nature and boast relaxed views of the vast forests.

Make sure to discover the wonders of the Peca underworld, a tourist mine that offers unique adventures and experiences under the Earth’s surface. Listen to the stories of the miners’ lives and explore the mysterious tunnels.

Mountain cycling enthusiasts will definitely enjoy the Koroška region. Cycling along the forest trails or off the beaten path has many advantages. Among the forests and meadows with wonderful views, there are paths intended both for extreme or more recreational cycling.

It's time for you to experience one of the most beautiful alpine valleys in Slovenia. The last leg of the road trip takes you to the mysterious area of Kozjansko in the Savinjska region. Secret corners of unspoiled nature, thermal and climatic health resorts and towns and cities with interesting past and lively present await here.

The river Savinja has been creating the unique appearance of the city Celje since prehistoric times. Celje is know as the "City of Counts and Princes" and was founded over Celeia, the administrative center of the Roman province. Visit Castle Celje to find out more about this historic place.

Another place to visit is Mozirje, the centre of the Upper Savinja Valley, and Mozirski Gaj, an attractive botanical park of flowers and ethnological objects. The Logarska Valley, one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in Europe should also be on your bucket list as it surprises its visitors with the peaks of the Kamnik-Savinj Alps, the Rinka waterfall, and many other natural and cultural features.

The road trip in Slovenia has come to an end, but who says it has to stop here? Drop off the campervan and head to Ljubljana. Spend a couple of days exploring the city. Visit the Ljubljana Castle, bicycle around town, visit the amazing marketplace with food, flowers, and local handcraft or just hang out in some of the many cozy cafes and restaurants.

After Ljubljana it's time to head back home using your Interrail pass. This is of course only a suggestion. If you're not ready to go home just yet, let your imagination flow and create your own sequel to this scenic road trip in Slovenia.