Slovenia For Nature Lovers
Between Austria and Croatia, there is timidly Slovenia, a country with just 2 million inhabitants. It has a Germanic and Yugoslav past and tries to survive between two powers by offering quality tourism supported by ecology, sports and well-being.
Its mountains, valleys, forests, caves, waterfalls, lakes and more, make it an ideal destination for travelers who love nature, outdoor sports and relaxation. In addition, these elements dot the Slovenian landscape and give it a rich diversity and a natural wealth that is worth knowing.
The best natural corners of Slovenia
Triglav National Park
Those who have visited this park say that it is a marvel, and how could it not be, since this park is surrounded by the Julian Alps. This natural formation lies on the border with Austria and Italy and is one of the oldest parks in Europe. Here you will find seven lakes and more than 400 mountains that exceed 2,000 meters.
Postojna Grottoes
This is the largest classic karst cave and the most visited in Europe. It is a twenty kilometer network of tunnels, galleries and rooms. It has railways since 1872 and in 1884 the power line was laid.
The visit by the train and the lighting makes it easy to admire the breadth and beauty of the underground world. In addition, the Postojna cave shows an extraordinary wealth of stalactites and stalagmites, calcareous formations of the most diverse shapes and colors.
Lake bled
It is another of the natural wonders of Slovenia and one of the most touristic sites . Lake Bled is a glacial lake next to the town of the same name and has a picturesque island that lies in the center of the lake.
There is a lot to do at Lake Bled. With natural riches such as hot springs, a range of recreational possibilities opens up, so it is impossible not to fall in love with the area.
Savica waterfall
This beautiful waterfall is located in the Triglav National Park, next to the great Bohinj lake, very close to Bled. It is fed by the Savica River and is one of the tributaries of Lake Bohinj. It has a fall of 78 meters divided into two jumps that end in turquoise waters. This landscape represents one of the best views in Slovenia.
The waterfall itself is wonderful, but so are the routes to reach it. You can make the journey by car or on foot and by different routes. For athletes there is a route that lasts an hour and a half where you will access a wooded landscape. But if you don’t want to walk so much, you can follow a short route of half an hour going up a path of stairs that will take you to the viewpoint.
Vintgar Gorge
This gorge is one of the main attractions of Slovenia. It was discovered in 1891 and two years later the first footbridge was built to cross it. This impressive natural formation is located near Bled. Its route is 1.6 kilometers and has a height between 50 and 100 meters from the Ravodna river.
But that’s not all, all along the way you can find pools, natural paths that the water has shaped over the years and galleries. If you want to rest, at the end of the gorge you can enjoy a large waterfall and a bar where you can cool off with a drink.
A stay in Slovenia, the green heart of Europe, will amaze nature lovers. Knowing its natural beauties, each one with a particular appeal, is something you will not regret.
