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Natural baths, beaches The Velika Zaka is located in the north side of the Bled lake bank. The Velika Zaka is in the summer time the popular place for bathing, which is visited by many local people and tourists, because here is also the Camping Bled. The baths in the Velika Zaka are mostly grassy and are situated just near the lake. There are showers on the beach. The grassy area is available also across the main road in the case of the larger visit at the weekends. In the nearness of the baths is available the macadam parking place. Children can play in the small playground. In the Velika Zaka they have restaurant, shop and bar, where they have sweets, ice cream and other refreshments. In the range of the Camping Bled guests can use the small zoological garden, playground for children, place for table tennis, volleyball, basketball and other. From the Velika Zaka you can go for a walk in the direction to the city centre or to the Mala Zaka, where you can see the interesting villa Solncnica and stands.
Bohinj is a popular tourist point, which attracts many local people and tourists through all the year. In winter times we can ski, slide, sledge, ski run and do many other activities. In warmer months the place becomes a paradise for hiking and mountaineering, cycling, fishing, horseback riding, sport climbing, swimming, adrenaline and extreme sports. The Bohinj Lake has a wonderful beach with many beautiful places, where we can relax and enjoy in the sun. The beach on the southern side of the Bohinj Lake is one of the most beautiful. It is situated by the main road Ribcev Laz – Ukanc. Above the beach is also the parking place.
Camping Sobec is the largest campground in Slovenia. It ranks in the highest five-star category. It has also The Blue Flag, which is a symbol of high environmental standards as well as good sanitary and safety facilities at the beach. Open is from Easter and to the end of September. The Camp is located in the North-West of Slovenia. It is only 15 km from the Karavanke Tunnel and 2 km off the road Villach – Ljubljana, near famous resort of Bled. It is recommended by camping clubs and European Auto Moto Club. Camping Sobec is hidden in the shade of a pine forest between the Sava Dolinka River and a small lake, called Sobcev bajer, which is artificial origin. Camp Sobec has 15 hectare of land and offers 500 beautiful sites for camping. Reservations are not necessary and pets are welcome. You can also rent bungalows. Camp Sobec has reception, supermarket, conditorei, restaurant, performance place, laundry, buffet, mini golf, economic house, tennis courts at the sand and grass, play grounds, heated toilets and service station. Guests can play beach volleyball, mini football, badminton, table tennis or try a small climbing wall. At evenings are organized animations for children and adults. There is a beach at the pond. Camp Sobec is the excellent starting point for all lovers of mountains, hiking and mountain climbing, because is near the Triglav National Park. You can start bicycle trips and hikes right from the campground. You can also try adrenaline sports as canyoning, paragliding, spelunking or visit the adrenaline park.
Portoroz is the world famous and largest seaside resort in Slovenia. Local and foreign visitors have long been attracted by the mild Mediterranean climate, sandy coastal plains and lush vegetation. It was probably known as a health resort in the 13th century. The first military health resort hotel was built in 1830. Towards rapid development helped the electric tram, which connected Portoroz with Piran and the former railway station in St. Lucija. Portoroz became an international tourist destination with the summer and winter season already before the First World War. The place experienced a strong development of tourism after 1971, when the Emona Hotels, the luxury Metropol Hotel and the Bernardin Resort in 1976 were built. In parallel with the construction of hotel complexes, the coastal bathing plain was artificially enlarged. Today, the beach in Portoroz is covered with piers, there is a promenade, a water sports center, a playground for children and more. The beach of Portoroz is divided into a sandy part and a grassy area, with both loungers available to visitors. There are also many restaurants and bars along the beach where we can relax in comfortable seats and enjoy delicious culinary specialities.
Ankaran is a small village located on the southern slope of the Miljsko peninsula, at the beginning of the Slovenian part of the Istrian coast. Ankaran is about five kilometers away from the nearby town of Koper. The area was inhabited already in Roman times, because of its natural location it is protected from the winds. The early development of tourism was influenced by its favorable, sunny location, lush Mediterranean vegetation and mild climate. In nearby Valdoltra there is a well-known orthopedic hospital, and at Debeli rtic is a youth spa. Adria Ankaran is a tourist complex that offers various accommodations such as Hotel Convent, Vila Cedra, Vila Bor, Vila Adriatic or Adria Apartments. The Convent Hotel is a former Benedictine monastery that was completely renovated in 2011. Outdoor lovers can enjoy the Adria campsite, which is the largest and one of the most well maintained campsites on the Slovenian coast. The tourist complex offers guests restaurants and bars, a mini-shop, a wellness center and other amenities. Recreational amenities include a bowling center, bowling alley, beach volleyball court, miniature golf, football and basketball courts, table tennis courts, tennis courts, water park and water sports. The wellness center offers saunas, an indoor pool, an outdoor Olympic pool, fitness and massages and treatments. Upon entering the tourist complex, at the reception of the camp is the Ankaran Tourist Center, which offers visitors a lot of information about the offer of the complex and the offer of Slovenian Istria. The Adria Ankaran Resort offers a spacious beach with a pier, mostly paved. Shade is available right next to the beach, under old pines and olive trees. The outdoor Olympic pool has seawater and sun loungers and umbrellas along with the beach. The beach itself offers Thai massage. Children can enjoy the children's pool and several guarded games, as well as their animation and care. Near the sea there is a self-service restaurant with daily service, Taverna a la carte with Mediterranean dishes and Adria Bar with refreshments.
The Grand Hotel Bernardin is a prestigious part of the Bernardin Tourist Complex between Portoroz and Piran. It is distinguished by its beautiful location right by the sea. The hotel provides services that exceed five stars in quality. It is an ideal place for a short or long vacation on the Slovenian coast. The Grand Hotel Bernardin is surrounded by a green, peaceful environment and beautiful location right by the sea. They offer free on-site parking and free wi-fi. The hotel has 241 modern rooms with balconies and sea views. In addition, the hotel complex features a heated seawater pool, Sunset and Cave Restaurant, Grand Cafe, Cocktail Lounge with piano, Paradise Spa Wellness Center, Grand Garden Covered Terrace and Bernardin Lagoon. The hotel has the largest congress center in Slovenia, which is ideal for organizing various events on one of the most beautiful part of the Slovenian coast. The largest hall is Europa, which can accommodate up to 1,100 people and is equipped with high-end audio-video equipment. The multifunctional design of the Bernardin Convention Center enables the organization of events such as seminars, congresses, presentations, business meetings, press conferences, as well as formal dinners, fashion shows and banquets. The hotel also helps organize an unforgettable wedding. The Grand Hotel Bernardin is located right next to the hotel and is equipped with comfortable deck chairs and umbrellas. The beautifully landscaped private beach is partly paved, rocky and sandy and equipped with piers. There is also a swimming pool for children and a Tropic bar where guests can enjoy a wide range of refreshments. A novelty on the beach is the Perfect Summer Club program with a special set of services designed for all those who want to pamper themselves further.
Bernardin is a hotel resort on the Slovenian coast. It is located between Piran and Portorož. The resort includes the Grand Bernardin Hotel, Histrion Hotel, Villas Park Hotel, Convention Center, the Wellness Center, Bernardin Lagoon and Bernardin Casino. Within the Villa Park Hotel there is a beach with Arcobaleno's new outdoor pool. The hotel connects five villas, which are Vila Galeb, Vila Orada, Vila Nimfa, Vila Galeja and apartments Vila Barka. The villas are interconnected and built in the Istrian style. All rooms are completely renovated and heated. They also have a renovated reception. The restaurant and a reception are dislocated. Some rooms have a balcony, others have views of the sea, park or street. The villas are connected by a shopping street with restaurants and bars. The Mediterranean Tavern and Barka Fish Restaurant are well known. The hotel beach is also accessible to outside visitors. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are available. The Arcobaleno outdoor pool has various children's attractions. At the Tropic Bar, you can refresh yourself with drinks and ice cream and have a snack. The beach is paved, sandy and grass. You can borrow deck chairs and umbrellas, and there is some shade under the pines. A volleyball court is available for recreation. There are various walking paths along the coast, which invites you to explore and discover new corners.
Castle Bathing Area is situated in the wonderful location just under the magnificent rock. Above the bathing area is rising the Bled Castle. Castle Bathing Area is the only public bathing place by Lake Bled. It is fenced in the land and also in the water. Grajsko kopališče has several years the Blue Flag, which means that fulfills the strict environment standards as the result of ecological activity of all the factors. The starts of the bathing area goes to the year 1930. Ivan Kenda built the first wooden cabin in more floors. They expanded the swimming areas, built ski jump and many other things. You can swimm in the Castle Bathing Area from 15th June till 15th September. The bathing area is open from 8.00 to 19.00 hour. They extended opening hours in July and August till 20.00 hour. Infront of the entrance, there is a boathouse where you can rent a rowing boat and row to the Bled island. The enclosed bathing site is 300 meters long. There are changing rooms, lockers, recently renovated toilets and showers and beach umbrella rental. You can also find pleasant shade under the dark green crowns of large chectnut trees. The bathing place provides ample opportunities for fun: two waterslides, a trampoline, a climbing wall, four outdoor swimming pools and a jump board. They also have Arnold Rikli's room, sandbox for children, table tennis and chess. In Rikli's room you can borrow books in Slovenian, English, German language and you can find out things about Arnold Rikli. Arnold Rikli (1823-1906) was a Swiss hydrograph who spent an important part of his life at Bled. He was one of the first to recognise the value of water, air and sunlight for human health and has earned world fame as the founder of health tourism at Bled. Several stands in the bathing area sell refreshing drinks and snacks. Food with simple dishes is available in the central part of the area. For invalid persons and older one is settled the access to the lake water. Children can play in the sandbox, playground or in the swing. In the future they would like to organize the bathing area as it was in the past, which is seen in the old postcards. Instead of the concrete they would line terrace with boards, cover the bathing area with roof and so enlarged the shade.
Bled is a place, which belongs to the most beautiful tourist places in Slovenia. The most beautiful parts of Bled are lake, castle on the rocky cliff and the island with the church. The southern part of the Lake Bled includes the footpath on the wooden galleries just above the lake. You will be passing Cafe Belvedere, Villa Bled, beach Mlino, private hotel Mlino and restaurant, private hotel Pletna, Villa Istra, Villa Beli dvor, Villa Lastovka and other interesting things. During walking you can enjoy in marvellous views to the lake, castle and island. In Café Belvedere is a coffeehouse and a sweetshop. They have delicious cakes and other sweets. In warmer time of the year is available the upper terrace and outer terrace. Villa Bled is surrounded with magnificent park. It is a former presidential residence. In Villa Bled is today a hotel and well known restaurant with mediterranean, Slovenian and French food. In the Beach Mlino is available grassy surface and just near the lake there are also some trees for the one who are avoiding the sun rays. The private hotel Mlino is famous by delicious food, where they prepare food by order, local food and house specialities and fishes. In front of the private hotel are the famous special boats called pletna, which will transport you to the island or you can also borrow the boat and row by yourself. Private hotel Pletna is one of the rare hotels, which is in family property. Unfortunately, here is not the peaceful location, because it is located near the regional road to Bohinj. In this place is also the gallery and the tourist information point.
The Mala Zaka is situated not far away from the centre of Bled. It is in the bay at the northern part of the Lake Bled. The Mala Zaka is a popular bathing place, which in the summer time attracts lots of local people and tourists. You can lie at the meadow or at the asphalt bank with the wooden piers in the close nearness. In the nearness is also the parking place. The Mala Zaka is the sporting and tourist complex in which are also included the Hotel Zaka and the Rowing Centre. In the Hotel Zaka they have apartments, restaurant, coffee bar and four sandy tennis playgrounds. In the coffee bar they have lots of delicious refreshments. In the restaurant with the terrace are known by good food and Slovenian wines. They organize everything for weddings and other social meetings and seminars. In the Rowing Centre is the boathouse with the rowing boats. On the grassy area is the statue of the boatman, which was made by the sculptor Boris Kalin. It is one of his most beautiful works from the time between the First and the Second World War. From the Mala Zaka is the promenade in the direction to the centre of the Bled, which goes on Veslaska promenada or you can go in the other direction to the Velika Zaka. At Veslaska promenada you can see the interesting villa and enjoy in the view to the Lake Bled on many benches, which are just near the lake.
Camp Bohinj is situated in Ukanc, just near the lake Bohinj. It is surrounded with beautiful views to Julian Alps. It is ideal for those who like the direct contact with nature. Camp Bohinj is separated on two parts, zone A, which is just at the lake and zone B. They have reception, restaurant, rent a bicycle, natural beach and boathouse with classical boats, canoes and kayaks. Beside that they have bathroom with showers, which have cold and warm water, electrical junction, place for washing the dishes, washing and drying machine. Camp Bohinj is situated near the cable-railway to ski slope Vogel, from where is the wonderful view to the lake Bohinj. Camp Bohinj is a starting point for mountaineering, walkings, mountain cycling, climbing, skydiving, fishing, sailing, canoeing and much more. We can also play tennis or table tennis. For childeren is available playground. In summer times the clear greenish water of the lake invites us to go in and refresh. For lovers of the adrenalin there is an adrenalin park, which is situated by Hostel under Vogel. We can go to waterfall Savica, see the water channel of Mostnica or go to the valley Voje. The attractive tourist boat drives in the relation from Ukanc to Ribcev laz and back.
Cape Debeli Rtic extends on the northern part of the Slovenian coast, near the border with Italy. The Mediterranean Park and the coastline at Debeli Rtic are protected and therefore a special regime is in force, which prohibits all interventions and destruction of natural heritage. Debeli Rtic Youth Spa and Debeli Rtic RKS Resort are located on Debeli Rtic, built in 1955. The protected area covers about eight hundred meters of coastline in the westernmost area of the Debeli Rtic Peninsula. It includes a 200 meter coastal strip, cliff walls and edge, and a terrace at the foot of the cliff. The picturesque cliff walls are 12 to 21 meters high and have different geomorphological composition. Cliff is overgrown with heat-loving plants such as small autumn, beetle and more. The rocky seabed is overgrown with algae or on the seaweed sand, with many animals in the home, such as oysters, edible mussels, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, sulfur sponges, small spider and others. The Slovenian Red Cross Youth Health Resort and Resort Debeli Rtic are an ideal place for relaxing in unspoiled nature in the middle of a Mediterranean park. It comprises a resort center, a health and wellness center, an adventure center and a business center. Accommodations at Hotel Arija, Hotel Bor and youth hostels are available. The beach at Debeli Rtic is rocky and partly sandy, while the central part has a swimming pool. In the immediate vicinity of the pool is an amphitheater where various activities take place.
Kanal is a medieval town, which is situated on the banks of the Soca River. River banks are connected with a Kanal Bridge, which was built in 1580. In hot summer months is swimming in the river nice refreshing, which attracts many local people and tourists. Interesting speciality is a sandy beach, which is located in the nearness of the Kanal Bridge. In hot days water becomes convenient for swimming. Beside laziness we can admire from the beach old buildings with a Gothic House, which together with the bridge create a marvelus image of the town. Near the beach is a campsite, where we can spend long or short time off in contact with a nature. We can also visit many attractions in the neighbourhood of Kanal.
City Baths Koper is located near the Marina Koper. It is the only and main public bath in the city, which attracts many local people in hot summer days. The Baths Koper has available natural shadow under the pine trees with the grassy area, two piers, playground for children, toilets, showers and changing room. For infirm people is taking care of with the special pier for access to the sea. City Baths Koper has gravelly beach and the water deeps gradually, so it is also suitable for children. City Baths Koper is bordered with the net, which assures bigger cleanness and safety. There is the bar and the confectionery. The parking place is situated near the park by the bypass and is payable by the city tariff.
Piran is the city which is the best preserved city cultural monument in Slovenian Istria. It is a valuable and very special old port town, who is the closest neighbor of the fashionable Portoroz. Piran is completely protected by monuments and its inhabitants mostly live from tourism. Piran got its present appearance at the end of the 19th century. Tartini's market has emerged by seizing the inland port. The city extended southeast toward Bernardin, where they built a shipyard. Today, Piran is the administrative center of the municipality. The city has many cultural institutions and schools. The Maritime Museum is rich in works of art and history. The Piran Archives is one of the richest in Slovenia, containing a collection of documents from the 12th century onwards. The cultural pulse is enlivened by numerous galleries with events and various exhibitions. During the summer, various concerts and other cultural events attract foreign and domestic visitors. With its preserved historical monuments and Mediterranean architecture, Piran is a true open-air museum. On the small hill above the town stands the Saint George's Church (Cathedral), who is the protector of Piran. From here you can enjoy a wonderful view of Piran and its surroundings, also across the sea to the Italian and Croatian coasts. The city is surrounded by walls, which makes Piran a member of the European Association of Wall Cities. The beach below the St. George's Church is known as the wild beach used mainly by nudists.
Camping Lucija is situated on the green Soca peninsula. The campsite lies at six hectares with a capacity of 1000 guests. The Camp Lucija is contemporarily equipped. It has a restaurant with excellent Istrian specialities and a shop. There are also availabe refrigerators. The camping is separated to the Zone A and Zone B. The Zone A is situated by the sea and it has electricity and the water. The Zone B has only electricity. Guests can rent various water sports equipment during the summer months. They have a playground for children. The beach is stony and grassy. For those who prefer active holidays, mini golf courses, tennis courts, volleyball, basketball, football, handball and boules courts as well as a bowling alley are available near the campsite. In additional offer are musical, dance evenings and animation programmes. From the centre of Portoroz to the Camp Lucija is approximately one kilometer. In Portoroz they have many restaurants, bars, shops, Casino and some location, where is a lively night life. You can go to shorter or longer walks. Just above the Camping Lucija is a Forma Viva, a collection of stone sculptures. Nearby is also the garden of cacti, where you can see many kinds of cacti and you can also buy them.
Cape Seca is located between Portoroz and Secovlje Salt-pans in the nearness of the Camping Lucija. Camping Lucija is a modern camp with place for about 1000 guests. On the edge of the Cape Seca is a wild beach, which is a popular place for locals and tourists. We can take a walk by the meadow and enjoy in beautiful views to Portoroz and surroundings. On the hill above the coast is Forma Viva, where we can see the collection of stony sculptures from the Istrian rock. It is situated in the nice olive park and for the visiting we do not have to pay the entrance fee. The footpath from the Camping Lucija ends by the parking place of the Inn Ribic. Inn Ribic is famous by excellent made fish dishes and home wine. In the nearness is located the Garden of cacti. We can see lots of species of cacti. The owner is especially proud to cactus from the year 1955.
Izola is a picturesque Mediterranean town stretching on the coast between Piran and Izola. It is an important city of Slovenian Istria with a well-developed craft and economic activity. The favorable Mediterranean climate and enviable location enabled Izola to develop tourism in the second half of the 19th century. The city experienced a real boom after 1960, when the Belvedere tourist resort and Simon's Bay were built. Since then, tourism has been an important factor influencing the pulse and image of present Izola. The hotel settlement of Simon's Bay is spread in the shelter of a variety of Mediterranean greenery, where in the Roman period the Halietum settlement was. The resort offers guests comfortable accommodations at the hotel and summer cottages, and offers many recreational and sports facilities ranging from swimming pools to tennis courts and miniature golf. The hotel beach is located in a natural bay and is partly sandy and therefore suitable for families with young children. For the youngest is the Mini Izola club where they can enjoy a slide or play on the sand. Guests can stroll along the many walking trails, some run right by the sea and others in the pleasant shade of greenery. Near Simon Bay is the picturesque old town of Izola, which has preserved the medieval design of the Mediterranean city with a church on a hill, intertwined narrow streets, tall houses and an inland harbor protected by the waves. The most important landmarks are the Municipal Palace, which was built in 1325, a prayer house, a cultural home, Saint Catherine's Church, Besenghi Palace, Manzioli House, Lovisato House, Saint Mary Alietska Church and more.
Tolmin lies at the prominence of the rivers Tolminka and Soca. It is the natural centre of the Tolmin landscape. The confluence of Tolminka and Soca is located about 100 metres of the city Tolmin. The confluence is well known meeting place for young people, popular walking point for local people, concert place and many other. In the wooden cottage is a bar, where you can get juice or beer and enjoy in wonderful views to the emerald river Soca. In summer months are here organized famous festivals like Soca Reggae Riversplash, Metal Camp and creative camp Sajeta. They have workrooms, concerts and projections of films. At the confluence you can see the deserted building of the former Casino Paradiso. In the nearness is the purifying plant and interesting hanging bridge.
Star Maln is located near Vrhnika in Bela Valley. At the beginning of the century stood here the old mill and after that the place got the name Star maln. It is a popular place for pleasure trips, which attracts many locals and other visitors. We can come to Star Maln with a car, leave it in the parking place and then walk few meters. You can also leave a car at the beginning of the path and walk on marked paths, which is also a circular way. Along the way we can see the brook Bela. In Star Maln is located guest house and beside it are natural baths, which get water from the spring of brook Bela – Lintvern. In the house they offer wide selection of snacks, sweets, fishes, salads, grilled meat and other delicious food. They also offer catering and rooms. Beside the house is a playground, picnic area and other. Opening hours are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 22, on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 to 24, on Sundays and holidays from 10 to 20. From Star Maln we can also go to Lintvern, a typical karstic spring, from where we can continue the path to the mountain Planina. On Planina is a shelter, which is in the nearness of the peak of the mountain. There is also a 20 meters high lookout tower, which is maintained by mountaineers. From the top is a nice view to Triglav, Kamnik Alps, Nanos and Sneznik.
Bele Skale (Beach) is a coastal bathing area that is part of the Strunjan Landscape Park. The popular bathing areas are also nearby, such as a smaller bathing area with a pier, below the Belvedere tourist resort, Simon Bay area, Moon Bay, Strunjan beach and more. The area of the Strunjan Landscape Park covers the whole of the Strunjan Peninsula, from the Simon Bay to the mouth of the Strunjan creek, including about 200 meters of sea belt, the inland area of the Strunjan Bay, with picturesque Strunjan salt pans and the Stjuza Lagoon. The Slovenian coast is characterized by features: steep cliff and sea coasts, salt pans and sunny slopes with olive groves and vineyards. You can also walk to the Bele skale (beach) area from the Belvedere tourist settlement, located along the Izola - Portoroz road. Ascending to the Belvedere and walking along the ridge, visitors can enjoy views of the Strunjan and Trieste Gulfs. Above the Gulf of Moon we approach the cliff, the precipitous wall above the sea. From Strunjan Cross, the path can continue towards the Strunjan Cape or descend past the olive groves to the Stjuza Lagoon and the salt pans. The Strunjan Cliff, with its 80 meters in height and 4 kilometers in length, is the highest and the longest flysch cliff on the eastern Adriatic coast. Bele skale (beach) are blocks of limestone breccia that broke away from the layers in the slope and crashed to shore. The area is very popular and visited mostly by individuals and couples who want privacy and enjoyment of peace without disturbing others. Mostly nudists swim in the bay.
Strunjan is a coastal settlement located between Piran and Izola in the Municipality of Piran. It is less developed in tourism than nearby Portorož. It is especially intended for those who want a peaceful break. It covers small villages of Marcane, Karbonar, Ronek, Sv. Duh and Pretski Gric. At the end of the Gulf of Strunjan are the Strunjan salt pans and the Stjuza sea lagoon is nearby. Residents are involved in wine culture, fruit growing and early vegetables production. In the Strunjan valley, khaki or golden apple is grown and in November there is an event of khaki, where they present this fruit and the possibility of its use in cuisine. Strunjan has a well-kept beach - the Talaso bath, which is partly stone and partly concrete. It attracts many locals and other visitors during the summer. Near the beach, below the Strunjan Cliff, lies the most beautiful part of the Slovenian coast - the Moon Bay or Bay of Saint Cross. Near Cape Strunjan is located the Church of the Vision of Saint Mary and the former Benedictine monastery, where the Elvira Vatovec Training Center is now located. Part of the Strunjan area has been protected as a Strunjan Landscape Park since 1990. The Landscape Park is the longest continuous stretch of natural coastline in the Gulf of Trieste.