There is no denying that Slovenia has been blessed with extraordinary natural beauty. Situated in the heart of Europe, cradled between the Alps and the Mediterranean, Slovenia is small in size, but plentiful in pristine environment. Its interior is replete with turquoise-green rivers, charming pastel villages, densely wooded forests, vast subterranean caves, and snow-capped mountain peaks.  The world’s first country to be named a green destination, Croatia’s neighbor to the north is truly a paradise for nature lovers.

 

A notable winter sport destination, Slovenia offers a wide variety of activities to excite and entice those seeking an active winter holiday. In recent years, it has been steadily staking its claim as a premier ski destination, offering diverse terrain suitable for beginners and children as well as experienced skiers. The unspoiled beauty of the Julian Alps and warm hospitality of the Slovenian people make it all the more inviting.

 

What makes Slovenia Europe’s next winter hotspot?

Three things: Affordability, Accessibility and Variety.

 

Slovenia serves as a budget-friendly alternative to the lavish ski resorts found elsewhere in Europe such as France, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. With a range of options available, from large amenity-rich resorts to smaller family-friendly slopes, there are plenty of options to satisfy all tastes. Affordable accommodation and lift passes, as well as pistes which are generally uncrowded, add to the appeal. 

 

Many of Slovenia’s small, picturesque ski resorts are not far from major cities and under an hour’s drive from the nearest airport, making them easily accessible for a short getaway. In fact, Slovenia is one of few places where it is possible to escape to a ski slope during your lunch break and still return to town on the same day. In this way, visitors will find it is easy to combine a few days of mountain sports with a longer itinerary of other cultural pursuits.

 

In Alpine and Sub-Alpine Slovenia, outdoor living is a way of life, and therefore the list of winter sport activities on offer is endless. From skiing to ice-climbing and everything in between, there is no shortage of ways to enjoy an active winter holiday in Slovenia!

 

 

 

 

Winter Activities in Slovenia 

 

• Hit the slopes for Alpine Skiing or Snowboarding at one of Slovenia’s scenic ski resorts, where well-maintained ski runs offer spectacular views of the surrounding peaks and valleys of the Julian Alps.

 

• Traverse snow-covered meadows, fields, and forests, while Cross-Country Skiing through Slovenia’s rural countryside.

 

• Experience the thrill of Ice Skating on a frozen Alpine lake surrounded by unspoiled nature, or in an open-air synthetic rink in a charming mountain village.

 

• Listen to the crunch of freshly fallen snow under your feet as you go Snowshoeing through picturesque winter landscapes.

 

• Feeling adventurous? Strap on your crampons and grab a pair of ice axes to try your hand at Ice-Climbing up a frozen waterfall.

 

• Enjoy the pure exhilaration of Sledding down a snowy hill, a fun filled activity for both adults and children alike.

 

• Feel a rush of adrenaline as you are pulled by a team of huskies through a snow-blanketed forest in a Dog Sledding

 

• Bounce over lumps and bumps on a wild Snow Rafting ride down snow-covered slopes.

 

• Explore remote areas and frozen countryside on an action-packed Snowmobiling

 

Interested in experiencing Slovenia’s winter sports first hand? Tasteful Croatian Journeys designs custom itineraries tailored to your specific needs and desires. To make the most of all that Slovenian winter has to offer, combine your active holiday with a visit to the charming Christmas Markets of Ljubljana or Lake Bled. Contact us for more information.