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Since we will have to travel along the route Moscow - Slovenia quite often, I decided to devote an entire article to the issue of delivering myself to Slovenia and from Slovenia to Russia. Consider all possible travel options: by plane, train and car. Some of the routes are confirmed by personal experience.

Flight to Slovenia from Moscow.

Direct flight from Moscow to Slovenia can only fly to Jože Pučnik Airport Ljubljana (former name Brnik), which is located 25 kilometers from Ljubljana and an hour away by regular bus. Flights Moscow - Ljubljana until February 2019 were carried out by the Slovenian company ADRIA. The plane took off from the Moscow Sheremetyevo airport. The flight schedule to Ljubljana was once a day and every day.
Now, due to the arrival of Aeroflot on the Slovenian market, ADRIA has canceled its flights to Moscow. Aeroflot tickets on the Moscow-Ljubljana-Moscow route can be viewed.
The price of the air ticket varies depending on the season and the itinerary one-way or round-trip.
So in the off season: October, November, February, March, April, you can buy tickets Moscow-Ljubljana-Moscow in the region of 200 -250 euros, while in the season: May, June, July, August, September, half of December and half of January, the price tickets soar into the sky - up to 400 euros.
You also need to take into account the fact that the price of a one-way ticket Moscow-Ljubljana Aeroflot it costs almost the same as a round-trip ticket Moscow-Ljubljana-Moscow.

Ljubljana - Moscow.

If we consider the return route - Ljubljana-Moscow-Ljubljana and Ljubljana-Moscow, then pricing does not lend itself to any logic.
The air ticket Ljubljana-Moscow-Ljubljana costs 1.5-2 times higher than the air ticket Moscow-Ljubljana-Moscow. And accordingly, the Ljubljana-Moscow air ticket is 1.5-2 times higher than the Moscow-Ljubljana air ticket.
Hence the conclusion: we fly Aeroflot only in the direction Moscow-Ljubljana-Moscow only in the off-season and only for promotions.

Airport - Ljubljana.

From personal experience, I note that we tried the route with ADRIA at the beginning of 2017. A direct flight Moscow-Ljubljana-Moscow cost us 220 euros per person + one luggage for two. The advantages of this option include: speed (3 hours flight and 1 hour bus), comfort and safety in flight, home-made Ljubljana airport. There is no experience of flying with Aeroflot yet.
-How to get from the airport to Ljubljana?
-From Jože Pučnik Airport to Ljubljana there is a bus to Ljubljana Train Station and Bus Station. On weekdays every hour, starting at 9-00. On weekends every two hours, starting at 10-00. The price of a bus ticket is 4 euros per person, luggage is paid separately - 1 euro per seat. You can also order a taxi. It will cost you around 25 euros.

Moscow - Ljubljana with a transfer.

Sometimes there are good options for flights from Moscow with a transfer.
Look at the options: Moscow-Helsinki-Ljubljana FINNAIR; Moscow-Istanbul-Ljubljana TURKISHAIRLINES; Moscow-Belgrade-Ljubljana AIRSERBIA; Moscow - Warsaw - Ljubljana Polish Airlines LOT .
Consider more options plane + bus. I have considered major airports close to Ljubljana and Slovenia, such as Munich, Zagreb, Vienna. After a series of studies, a comparative price analysis gave unconditional primacy to Vienna Airport.

Moscow - Vienna - Ljubljana.

So, this time tickets were bought almost in season (May) and just a few days before departure, and it turned out to be very tolerable (about 12,000 rubles per person + two suitcases for one ticket up to 23 kg.) on the route Moscow-Vienna-Moscow . The flight was operated by S7 .

Moscow - Ljubljana.

Conclusion: The most economical way to get from Moscow to Ljubljana and (or) back will be the route
Moscow-Vienna plane + Vienna-Ljubljana bus. Don't forget that Aeroflot sometimes it gives out tempting offers for a direct flight, and this option is a must-see.

Moscow - Vienna.

Flight Moscow-Vienna is carried out by the following companies: UTAIR from Vnukovo and S7 from Domodedovo, Austrian from Domodedovo. Here you can look and compare prices. I have already flown both UTAIR and S7. I note that UTAIR has a very good regional program, so I flew from Vienna to Samara with a transfer in Moscow (Vnukovo) for only 7000 rubles. And S7 gives the lowest prices for a direct flight Moscow-Vienna.
We buy plane tickets Moscow - Vienna. In theory, the price of a flight with one piece of luggage should not exceed 13,000 rubles. roundtrip.

Vienna - Ljubljana.

There are several ways to get from Vienna to Ljubljana: by train, bus, minibus and taxi (travel).

Train Vienna - Ljubljana.

You can see the train schedule at Austrian railway website QBB. There is also a direct connection, as well as with a change in the second largest city in Slovenia - Maribor. Travel time is about six hours. The issue price is 25-40 euros.

Bus Vienna - Ljubljana.

Buses run from Vienna to Ljubljana FLIXBUS. Today this pleasure costs 23 euros. The journey takes 5 and a half hours. Tickets are purchased online on the website FLIXBUS. Departure from Vienna's Erdberg bus station. Free choice of seats.
If a large number of people and a lot of luggage can use the services private carriers. You can arrange a transfer in the facebook group Transport in Slovenia, Transfer, Car rental, Transportation, Rent a car, Fellow travelers. The approximate price of such a transfer is about 200 euros.

Vienna airport - railway station.

There is a small problem with the bus here: the bus Vienna airport - Ljubljana does not always run, and the train Vienna airport - Ljubljana does not. Therefore, you may have to get from Vienna airport to the central railway. train station or bus station Vienna Erdberg (VIB).
-How to get from Vienna Airport to the train station?
Get from Vienna airport to the central railway. station can be on the express. They run every 15 minutes. The ticket price is 3.9 euros. Travel time 15 minutes. You can also use the metro.
Buses run from Vienna Airport to Erdberg bus station at hourly intervals (6-30; 7-30, etc.). Ticket price 5 euros. Travel time 15 minutes.
The cheapest and fastest option to get from Vienna to Ljubljana (including the airport) at the moment is the IGOLINE taxi ride. The order is made on the IGOLINE website or by phone +38631003800. You can contact via viber. Issue price from 20 euros, travel time from 4 hours.

Moscow - Ljubljana, train.

There is no direct train from Moscow to Slovenia. In this direction go:
Moscow-Vienna: train - on Thursdays, train No. 17 Moscow-Nice (10:18 - +1 12:27) and on Fridays, train No. 21 Moscow-Prague (5:33 - +1 9:49). Ticket price from 12000 rubles.
Moscow-Warsaw: train No. 9 Moscow-Warsaw "Polonaise" three times a week - Mon, Wed, Thu 14:18 - +1 7:59); train No. 23 Moscow-Paris on Wednesdays (19:53 - +1 13:39); on Fridays, train No. 21 Moscow-Prague (5:33 - 22:50) and daytime train No. 13 Strizh (10:19 - 23:51). Prices start from 7000 r. (The cheapest option is Moscow-Warsaw train No. 9 Moscow-Warsaw "Polonaise").
You can buy tickets online on the website

Among the European central countries, small Slovenia has taken its place. Its landscapes are impossible to forget: picturesque alpine mountains, clear Adriatic Sea, transparent lakes immersed in dense forests, natural thermal springs, smooth emerald plains. In addition to landscape delights, the country surprises with the presence of historical monuments, charming sights, as well as hospitable and helpful people. Above all this splendor reigns a calm atmosphere of the slow passage of time and enjoyment of life.

We plan an economical vacation on our own

In order for the trip not to be overshadowed by unforeseen events, it must be carefully planned. Relying on a tour operator or acquaintances in this matter can cost more, and since many of us want to spend our holidays not only beautifully, but also on a budget, the best option is to study all aspects on our own.

Do I need a visa for Slovenia?

Yes, since Slovenia is a signatory to the Schengen Agreement. Based on this, a visa for Russians is mandatory. On a positive note: the presence of a Schengen visa provides for visiting several more countries. As a rule, a visa is issued within ten days. 35 EUR is a consular fee. If registration takes place through the visa center of the desired country, then you will have to pay another 25 EUR - this is a service fee.

Documentation:

• international passport (there must be 3 months of validity after the trip);
• photo 3.5×4.5 cm;
• photocopy of the entire passport;
• a photocopy of the personal passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation;
• a certificate from work confirming information about the place of work, salary level + financial guarantees (for example, it can be a photocopy of a passbook, history of credit statements, and possibly a sponsorship order);
• photocopies/originals of the booking of air tickets, hotel for the entire trip, insurance with coverage of 30 thousand EUR and its photocopy.

Pensioners who do not work and students must present a sponsorship order, respectively, pension and student cards. If schoolchildren do it - a certificate from the lyceum / school + a certificate from the place of work of the sponsored student of the person, a copy of the birth certificate is brought to the children (in a situation where only one parent is traveling - the original and a photocopy of permission from the second parent).

Where to apply?

1. Consulate of Latvia and visa center of Slovenia (located in St. Petersburg).
2. Embassy of Slovenia and Visa Application Center of Slovenia (located in Moscow).
3. Consular department of Latvia (located in Kaliningrad, Pskov).
4. Consulate of Hungary (located in Yekaterinburg).

How to get to Slovenia?

Aircraft

Flights to Ljubljana are provided by the European airline Adria Airways in cooperation with the Russian Aeroflot. Direct flights from Moscow depart several times a week (about 2 hours on the way). There are airlines with which you can get to Slovenia if you make transfers in European cities (charter flights from different cities of Russia). Ticket prices range from 6 thousand rubles.

There is another option: buy a ticket to large airports in Slovenia's neighboring countries (for example, the cities of Vienna, Venice, Budapest, Zagreb). After arrival, you can get to Ljubljana by train (travel time - 2-3 hours), by bus.

Helpful advice. Tickets will be cheaper if you book them after 15:00 on Tuesday or after midnight on Saturday and Wednesday (airlines reduce prices).

Buses

The price of bus trips to Slovenia is equal to the price of air tickets. There are regular flights that require a transfer in Croatia or Hungary. For example, the distance from Moscow to Slovenian Ljubljana along the autobahn is 2,345 km, to Vienna - 395 km, in Venice - 249 km. Draw your own conclusions.

Trains

Traveling to Slovenia by train is not entirely profitable. Nevertheless, for example, it is possible to travel directly from Moscow to Ljubljana. In addition, you can pick up a lot of options for arriving in neighboring countries, and then get from there to the selected city of Slovenia in a couple of hours.

• the Moscow-Venice train (stop in Ljubljana) departs from the Kievsky railway station (twice a week);
• Moscow-Vienna train from Kievsky railway station and from Belorussky (ticket from 100 EUR; an Austrian transit card is required; in Vienna you can buy a railway ticket to Maribor, and from there - directly to Ljubljana);
• daily trains depart from the Kievsky railway station to Croatia. You can use them.

Basic information about Slovenia

Conventionally, the country is divided into 3 climatic zones: the usual Central European, humid Mediterranean and mountainous Alpine. The climate here is mild, the weather corresponds to the calendar months. Coming to Slovenia at any time of the year, you can find places to stay that will appear in all their glory during this season.

Brief reference. About 2 million people live in the country, 85% of which are Slovenes by blood. Over 80% of the population professes Roman Catholicism, there are Protestants. Mother tongue is Slovenian. Many residents speak Italian, English, Russian, German. The capital of Slovenia is Ljubljana, a beautiful city with a population of approximately 300,000 people. The monetary unit is the euro (EUR).

How to travel within the country?

• Buses. To travel by bus, you will need to buy a disposable token in tobacco or newsstands. You can also pay for the fare through the cashier or the controller directly on the bus. Day or week passes are also sold (look for the red kiosks). The main routes operate from 3:00 to midnight, secondary - from 5:00 to 22:30 at night. The fare is charged, it does not depend on the distance.
• Trains. On local trains, you can quite successfully travel all over Europe. Ljubljana is connected by rail with Rome, Trieste, Venice; with Klagenfurt, Vienna; with the world famous Zagreb, Sofia, Munich, Athens, Belgrade. It should be noted that a train ticket to Eastern Europe is almost two times cheaper than to Western Europe. Example: the cost of a Ljubljana-Zagreb ticket is from 28 EUR, and the cost of a Ljubljana-Trieste ticket is twice as high, and this is at the same distance. Railway tickets are sold at ticket offices, tourist offices and on trains (although somewhat more expensive).
• Rent a car. There are toll and free roads in Slovenia. The Slovenian and Illyric highways, which are perpendicular to each other, are tolled. Secondary free roads are somewhat worse, but all the signs are in place, there are much fewer cars on the roads.
• You can rent a car at the 24-hour rental office. There are many such salons throughout the country, and entire chains work (you take a car in the salon of one city, and return it to a representative office in another city). A standard car for 4 people costs 20-30 EUR/day. At the same time, the minimum rental time is indicated as a day, refueling is not included in the price, but insurance and taxes are included. The driver must be over 21 years old, his driving experience - from one year.

In cities, parking lots for cars are marked with a blue line; coupons are needed for use (buy at service stations or kiosks). Important! When moving, be sure to turn on the parking lights, otherwise you will have to explain to the traffic police.

Helpful advice. Use GPS and free maps. This will save you time, money and nerves.

Taxi. The most hassle-free and carefree form of transportation. The only downside is the price. However, sometimes you have to enjoy this luxury. Approximate prices: from the main airport (Jožet Pucnik) to Ljubljana you will be taken for 35-40 EUR; to Maribor - for 145-150 EUR; in Bled - for 45-50 EUR; in Portoroz - for 160-170 EUR. From Maribor airport for travel to the city center take 6-8 EUR; to Ljubljana - 105-120 EUR; in Bled - 135-140 EUR; in Portorož - 205-210 EUR.

Helpful advice. If you use the Uber taxi app, you can find the cheapest option for yourself. It covers taxi companies in 53 countries, so it is very useful when traveling.

Where to live in Slovenia while traveling?

Coming to Slovenia, many tourists choose hotels for accommodation. Convenient, huge selection, different prices and conditions. I am pleased with the service and transport interchanges. Room reservations can be made by phone or online.

Average hotel prices in Slovenia:

level 1-2* - 50-85 EUR;

level 3* - 90-150 EUR;

level 4* - 120-280 EUR;

level 5* - 170-250 EUR.

In addition to hotels, you can stay in cottages (most are located in the mountains, for example, in the Triglav park), hostels (in all tourist developed cities; 10-20 EUR), campsites (fenced areas for summer time), farms and rural houses ( prices depend on facilities and hospitality).

Useful information: the number of "stars" in the description of the hotel does not always reflect the real quality and service; for excursions and a positive holiday in Slovenia, it is better to go in the summer; for active winter entertainment - during the winter months. You should never miss the opportunity of discounts on the websites of Groupon, Viator and others like it. Sometimes they reach 70%!

What and where to eat in Slovenia?

Slovenian cuisine combines German, Austrian and Slavic traditions. The quality of products is always at the highest level, another unsurpassed plus is that they are environmentally friendly. What to try? Pork soup with vinegar and vegetables, corn porridge, potato and other dumplings, Slovenian hamburger, fish soup, meat pies, low-fat ham, Slovenian rice, krompier (potatoes with meat).

For sweets, you should try strudel, donuts, gibanitsa (cottage cheese, raisins, apple, poppy seeds), walnut sticks, cream chives. Guilt! They are on a par with the wines of Burgundy (the same geographical latitude). You should definitely try at least one bottle.

In order to have a tasty meal, you need to go to a restaurant or cafe, pizzeria, local fast food. The choice is available for any wallet. The average price of an ordinary dinner (with wine, for example) in Slovenia is 10-15 EUR, tips traditionally take 10% of the amount in the check.

A young and territorially small country incredibly pleases its tourists. She shares with them the extraordinary wonders of nature, proudly demonstrates her sights, leaving warm memories of herself in her hearts and photo albums.

1. Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia. Built on the site of the former fortress of Emona (Rom.). In the old part of the city, where narrow streets are full of cafes and bars, Ljubljana Castle rises with the cathedral of the same name in the center, there is the Church of St. James, the square around it, the Schweiger Palace, the column of Our Lady. Most often seen in Ljubljana: the architectural museum of the Fužine Castle, the Slovenian National Theatre, the House of Jozhe Plečnik, the Franciscan Church of the Annunciation, the Triple Bridge, the Ljubljana City Hall.
2. Maribor (alpine ski slopes, thermal springs, medieval sights, fabulous beauty).
3. Karst caves of Postojnska Yama (mazes 23 km away), Predjama Castle.
4. Skocjan caves.
5. Triglav National Park (800 sq.m; protected area, fully landscaped for recreation in summer and winter).
6. Shalechska valley and Velensky castle.
7. Lake Bled (paid beach - 7 EUR, boat rental - 10 EUR; a trip to the island with a church - 12 EUR) and Bled Castle.
8. Excursions in Venice (excursion - 1 day / 100 EUR).
9. Excursions in Trieste (excursion - 1 day / 60 EUR).
10. Excursion to Lake Bled Ljubljana (lunch; 80 EUR).
11. Excursion Postojna-Lipica (caves + stud farm where noble royal horses are bred + lunch; 80 EUR).
12. Rafting (60 EUR).
13. Fish picnic (30 EUR).

There are many beautiful places in Slovenia. All of them are simply impossible to photograph and put in the guidebook. Someone likes a noisy crowd of tourists, and someone calmly exhales fatigue among the gentle beauty of nature. If the question is between going or not going to this country - choose a confident “YES”, it is magical!

The site compares prices for flights to Slovenia with 728 airlines from all over the world. We do not sell air tickets ourselves, but we are the ones with the lowest possible fares and special offers. Slovenia has a population of 2,007,000 people. The official currency is Euro (EUR).

Airfare to Slovenia

The cost of tickets to Slovenia depends on the season, the city of departure, the airline and the availability of sales. Below is a list of the cheapest flights to Slovenia found by our visitors in the last 48 hours *:

The cheapest flight to Slovenia found by our users in the last 48 hours: ticket Saint Petersburg - Ljubljana with Wizz Air with a departure on 10/18/2019 and a cost 3 373 rubles.

Fastest flight to Slovenia: Munich - Ljubljana flight ticket with Adria Airways with a departure nearest to 28.08.2019 and a duration of a flight 50min.

Visa and flight

The state is a member of the Schengen Agreement, which means that when purchasing tickets to Slovenia, you must obtain a Schengen visa. The package of documents is standard, including proof of flight, accommodation and financial solvency.
Air tickets to Slovenia are offered by Adria Airways and Aeroflot , operating joint flights to Ljubljana . In addition, you can always get to the capital of the country by car from Vienna, Budapest, Zagreb or Venice. Buying cheap air tickets to Slovenia will be possible with special promotions, information about which can be found on the pages of our website.

The best time to buy air tickets and travel in Slovenia

The combination of temperate continental, Mediterranean and Alpine climatic zones provides mild winters and comfortable summers without exhausting heat. Tourists heading to the Adriatic coast, as a rule, buy a ticket to Slovenia in July-August. If you are purchasing plane tickets to Slovenia, counting on an excursion program, choose May-June or September-October.

Major cities and airports in Slovenia

Time and communication

Slovenia's time zone is UTC +01:00. In March, the clocks are set forward 1 hour, and in October they are reversed.
To access the Network, you can use GPRS roaming, which is available to MTS and Megafon-North-West subscribers, as well as paid or free Wi-Fi access points.
Payphones work on cards (marked with the letter "K") and tokens ("A").

Money and shopping

The national currency of Slovenia is the euro, before it was the Slovenian tolar. Credit cards and travelers checks are accepted almost everywhere. Currency exchange is offered by banks, special points, shops, hotels, however, the commission can vary from 1 to 5%. When buying tickets to Slovenia, you should decide in advance on the shopping list. The most popular souvenirs are lace, wood and ceramic products, glass products, as well as natural cosmetics.
Note:
Banks are open from 8:00 to 18:00 with a break (usually from 12:30 to 14:00) on weekdays, from 8:00 to 12:00 on Saturdays.
Tipping for waiters, taxi drivers, porters and gas station workers - up to 10%.
When buying tickets to Slovenia, ask about the tax refund procedure and issuing a special Refund Check.

Transport and accommodation

Comfortable and modern hotels in Slovenia guarantee European quality service. Democratic accommodation options, as a rule, involve private accommodation. Almost all "fours" have swimming pools. Finding air tickets to Slovenia and choosing accommodation usually does not cause difficulties.
You can rent a car from the age of 21, and an international driver's license must be issued at least a year ago. Please note: in the city center, many parking lots are paid.

In recent years, modern Russian tourists, already quite sophisticated travelers, are increasingly laying routes to the Balkans. The population of the once fraternal Yugoslavia is so close to us in mentality and language that it immediately and forever disposes to itself. Among these republics, Slovenia stands out, the westernmost, miniature state on the Adriatic Sea, bordering on and. For those who are thinking about a trip to Slovenia on their own, our article.

It so happened that during the holiday season, many Slovenes prefer neighboring resorts, where prices are an order of magnitude lower than Schengen Slovenia, and guests from prosperous, but expensive to stay neighboring Italy and Austria, fill the hotels of Slovenia. Austrians and Italians fell in love with local holidays for inexpensive and high-quality goods, for goodwill and excellent guest service. Thrifty Germans appreciated natural products, delicious cuisine and huge portions.

Modest in area, Slovenia, at the same time has significant benefits for independent travelers. First of all, you do not have to spend a lot of time moving. Let's say the distance from the capital of the country - Ljubljana to the seaside city Koper will be only 106 km, on an excellent expressway the journey will take less than an hour.

The road from Ljubljana to the border city with Austria Maribor also does not tire, 130 km and you are already on the famous ski slopes. Regardless of your means of transportation, be it a rented car, an economical bus or a bicycle, you will be amazed by the beautifully preserved nature. Clean mountain rivers, completely wild forests with fearless deer. There really is something to see here.

Little Slovenia has a wide variety of attractions. Medieval cities of Ljubljana, Maribor and Ptuj. Karst caves of Postojnska Pit. There, at a depth of 2.5 km, you can see the most beautiful stalactites and stalagmites and the so-called “human fish” Proteus anguinus, which lives only here, is a tailed amphibian with human-like skin. More information about the sights of Slovenia can be found at http://www.slovenia.info/ru/.

Visa to Slovenia

Your trip to Slovenia will start already in Russia, when you visit the embassy in Moscow on st. Malaya Dmitrovka, 14. Currently, you can apply for a permit at the Latvian consulate in Kaliningrad, Pskov and St. Petersburg. For residents of the eastern part of Russia, there is a Hungarian consulate in Yekaterinburg. The conditions for issuing are no different from permits to other countries of the Schengen zone: a visa fee of 35 euros, consideration of 5 days. On the website of the embassy you will find all the necessary information.

Slovenian visa gives the right to visit other Schengen countries neighboring ,; with a Schengen visa, you can also enter a non-Schengen visa. You need to apply for a visa to Slovenia only if it is the main purpose of your trip.

It is impossible to obtain a visa without booking a hotel for this period and buying tickets to Slovenia and back. You must also take care of documentary evidence of your financial capabilities - 70 euros for each day of stay.

Visas are issued, tourist (category "C", this is a single or multiple multiple entry visa - both for a period of not more than 3 months); transit (airport). A business, work and student visa is also issued, these are the so-called national visas of type “D” for a period of more than three months. They give the right to move not only in Slovenia, but in general in the Schengen countries. Depending on what kind of visa to Slovenia you need, the list of documents is also different, according to which a visa is officially issued to Russians.

How to get to Slovenia

The capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana, can be reached in different ways. The fastest way is by air, for example, the Slovenian carrier Adria Airways flies from Moscow. The flight takes only 2.5 hours, the average price for a round-trip ticket is 650 euros. Turkish Airline also set up a connection between Russia and Slovenia long ago, and it will cost much cheaper, about 300 euros, however, it will take about 5 hours to get bored at Ataturk Airport in Istanbul. By the way, you don’t have to be bored, as you can take a quick tour of the ancient capital on the metro that departs from the airport.

Ljubljana is not the only city with an airport. You can use the airports of the nearest cities in Italy: Venice, Trieste. In Croatia: Zagreb, Pula or Austria: Klagenfurt and Graz. Flights to these cities can be found here www.aviasales.ru. From there it is easy to get to Slovenia by train or bus.

You will spend significant time if you choose the train, in time it will take from 40 hours, the most direct way is through Poland, the Czech Republic and Austria, and it is unlikely that you will be able to save money.

For the strong in spirit, there is still a bus service. You can get to Slovenia with transfers in Germany. With a big waste of time and not saving a cent.

Details

• Slovenia is one of the smallest states in Europe. The area of ​​Slovenia is slightly smaller than the Ivanovo region. Officially, the population is 2.5 million people.
• From the north and west it is surrounded by the Alps, in the south by a 40 km section of the Adriatic Sea. It has borders with Croatia in the east, with Austria and Hungary in the west and north. Italy shares a border with Slovenia to the south.
• Until 1991, Slovenia was part of Yugoslavia, but after the ten-day war it was recognized as independent.
• Slovenians are very hardworking. At 8 o'clock in the morning they are already at work and by 16 o'clock they return home. A typical situation is when a tourist who wants to go to the store after 7 p.m. finds that all the stores are closed. On weekends, cities become "extinct"; Slovenes go to visit numerous relatives in the villages, wander in the mountains or, if the weather is good, on the coast.
• Residents of Slovenia are quite independent, so they prefer to pay their own expenses in cafes and restaurants. If you, being a generous nature, decide to treat your friends, this may cause active resistance.
• Slovenians are excellent family men. They have a clear line between public and private life. As a rule, after 10 pm the streets are empty, the locals spend time with their families. Most go to bed early.
• Sometimes it may seem that Slovenes are cold, but this is rather restraint. Familiarity is not welcome even in family relationships, hugs and kisses are very rare.
• The attitude towards Russians in the country is respectful: our citizens, unlike many, behave very worthily here and, moreover, spend the most money. Communication will not be difficult. The majority of the population, even in remote villages, understands English, and Slovenes also “understand” Russian, our languages ​​are quite similar. Italian is widespread on the coast, and German is widespread on the lakes, the proximity of Austria affects.
• In Slovenia, there are no sudden changes in temperature, mild winters (occasionally below -10 ° C) and summers without sweltering heat. Summer temperature in most of the country is +23 +25 °C, in winter from -2 °C in the northwest to +6 °C on the coast.
• and there are enough cafes and restaurants on every street. Institutions of the highest level are called "restoration", the level below - "gostilnya" or "gostishche". Small eateries are called “strengthening shops”, “pivnitsa” offer light snacks and beer, coffee and all kinds of cakes are served in “kavarns”, and ice cream and sweets are served in “slashchicharny”. Agree, sweet and understandable words for the Russian ear.

Slovenia - the most detailed information about the country with a photo. Sights, cities of Slovenia, climate, geography, population and culture.

Slovenia

Slovenia is a small state in Central Europe with beautiful nature, history and a dynamic economy. The country is a member of the European Union and the Schengen Agreement. Slovenia is located at the junction of the Balkans and Central Europe, in the eastern part of the Alps and the northern Adriatic. The country is bordered to the north by Austria, to the west by Italy, to the southeast by Croatia, to the northeast by Hungary.

This eastern Alpine state, despite its small size, is located at the crossroads of important European routes. Also nowadays Slovenia is becoming more and more popular among tourists due to its natural and historical attractions and lower prices compared to Italy and Austria.

Geography and nature

Small Slovenia boasts great geographical diversity. The Alps rise in the northwest, the Middle Danubian lowland extends in the northeast, the Dinaric highlands in the south, and the Adriatic coast in the west. For the most part, Slovenia is a mountainous country. Mountains occupy about 40% of the territory. Slovenia is also washed by the Adriatic Sea. The sea coast has a length of about 30 km.

The large rivers Sava and Drava (a tributary of the Danube) flow through the territory of Slovenia. There are also many picturesque mountain and glacial lakes in the country. The largest among them are Lake Bled and Bohinjsko. Of interest are many karst caves -, Shkotsyansky caves, etc.

The nature of Slovenia is also very diverse. Almost half of the country's territory is covered with forests, steppe landscapes can be found on the highlands, coniferous forests and alpine meadows in the mountains, and the Adriatic coast will indulge in Mediterranean vegetation.

Climate and weather

Geographic diversity has left its mark on the climate. The territory of Slovenia is climatically heterogeneous: on the coast, the climate is Mediterranean, in the mountains - continental, in the flat part - temperate continental.

Summer is usually warm weather with infrequent rains. Winters are mild with slight frosts. In the mountains, the weather is much harsher and there is a lot of snow.

Best time to visit

Slovenia is a country that can be visited all year round. The highest tourist season is June-August. The best time to visit Slovenia is April-May and September-October. At this time there are few tourists, dry and warm. This is a great time for hiking, exploring nature and the sights of the country.

The lowest season is November-March (except Christmas holidays). Ski slopes are open in the mountains in winter. The ski season lasts from December to March.

Story

Slovenian ancestors came to these lands in the 6th century. In the 7th century, one of the first Slavic states was formed here, which in the middle of the 8th century fell under the protectorate of the Frankish state. Thanks to the influence of the Franks, the Slovenes became Christians.

The first documents in Slovene date from the beginning of the 11th century. In the 14th century, Slovenia became part of the Habsburg Empire and remained part of Austria-Hungary until the First World War.

As a result of the First World War, the Slovenian coast went to Italy, and the rest of the country became part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes, later called Yugoslavia. The Kingdom of Yugoslavia ceased to exist during World War II. As a result, the socialist federal republic of Yugoslavia emerged. Slovenia gained independence in 1991.

Currency and money

The currency of Slovenia is the euro. Many shops and restaurants accept credit cards.

A hotel room for two can be rented for 30-40 euros (prices vary greatly depending on the season, the star rating of the hotel and its location). Dinner or lunch in a restaurant and cafe will cost 20-30 euros. A pint of beer costs 2-4 euros. Tips are usually included in the bill. If not, then it is customary to leave 10-15% of the invoice amount.

Language and population

The official language is Slovenian. It belongs to the Slavic group of languages. Lots of people speak English. In areas close to Italy, you can meet people who know Italian, and on the border with Austria - German.

The population of Slovenia is mainly represented by Slovenes. Many immigrants from the former Yugoslavia. More than half of the population is Catholic. Slovenians are a rather friendly and welcoming nation. When greeting, it is customary to shake hands.

Administrative division

Administrative divisions of Slovenia on the map.

Safety

Slovenia is a fairly safe country. According to statistics, 90% of crimes involve theft. Therefore, the basic safety rules: do not leave things unattended, be more careful in crowded places, remove valuables in the car. If necessary, you can call 112 for the police or medical assistance.

How to get there

By plane

Slovenia's main international airport is located near the capital, Ljubljana. There are also options to get through the airports in Pula, Trieste and Venice.

By bus

By train

By car

Slovenia has excellent road links with neighboring countries. Thanks to good roads and small size, it is very convenient to travel around the country by car. To travel, you must purchase a special permit - a vignette.

Gastronomy

Slovenian cuisine is a kind of synthesis of Austrian and Italian cuisine. Here on the menu you can find Austrian schnitzel and strudel, Italian pasta, risotto and pizza, Hungarian goulash. Among the local dishes stand out the similarity of our štruklji dumplings with various fillings, dried pork (prosciutto), potato dumplings, bean soup, a kind of Italian polenta, ribs with garlic, the traditional Slovenian potica pie.

Slovenian cuisine is very hearty. Typically, the meal includes beef and chicken soup with egg noodles, a second meat course of beef, pork, chicken and turkey, seafood is common on the coast.

Alcoholic beverages are dominated by beer and wine. Of the local beers, the most common are Laško and Union. From non-alcoholic coffee is very popular.

International fast food chains operate in major cities and tourist destinations. Slovenia also has large supermarket chains - Lidl, Leclerc, Aldi, Mercator.

Cities of Slovenia

The cities of Slovenia are quiet, small and quite picturesque. The capital and largest city of the country is Ljubljana. In it you will not find world-famous attractions, you will not run around trying to catch everything. Here you can focus on leisurely walks and getting to know the city.

Interesting places and sights of Slovenia

The most interesting places and attractions in Slovenia:

Lake Bled is the most beautiful lake in the foothills of the Alps. Beautiful natural landscapes, architectural monuments and the purest water in which you can swim in summer. Bled is considered to be the best Slovenian resort.

One of the oldest castles in Slovenia and one of the most beautiful castles in Europe. The Gothic castle was founded in the 12th century and perched on the edge of a large cliff. Located 10 km from the town of Postojna.

Postojnska Jama is one of the most visited attractions in Slovenia. This is a system of karst caves with a length of more than 20 km. About 5 km are open to the public. This is the world's largest underground attraction accessible to tourists.

Otočec Castle is an old medieval castle 7 km from the town of Novo Mesto. Built on a small island in the 13th-14th century.

Triglav is the only national park in Slovenia and one of its symbols. It includes the most beautiful alpine landscapes, mountain rivers, lakes and the highest peak of the country - Mount Triglav.