Slovenia is a land of incredible diversity—from Alpine peaks to vineyards and crystal-clear lakes. Today, we’ll take you to three exceptional places worth visiting. Get ready for an adventure full of flavours, history and natural beauty.

 

Dobrovo

Our first stop was the village of Dobrovo, nestled in the stunning Goriška Brda region, considered one of the most enchanting wine-growing areas in Slovenia. With its romantic hamlets and lush vineyards, it resembles Italy's Tuscany.

The entire region is renowned for its cured meats and, above all, its high-quality wine.

We visited the acclaimed Bužinel restaurant with a stunning view of the vineyards. Among other offerings, the restaurant serves freshly caught seafood and fish. We also tried Slovenia’s most famous dessert, "kremna rezina"—a light pastry filled with creamy custard.

If you plan to visit, don’t forget to make a reservation in advance. It’s worth noting that this family-run business also operates as a guesthouse.

Address: Plešivo 37 a, Dobrovo v Brdih

 

Accommodation:

We stayed at the Hotel Kozana, which offers rooms with a fantastic view of the surrounding vineyards.

Address: Kozana 94, Dobrovo v Brdih

 

Kobarid

On the second day, we travelled from Dobrovo to the alpine town of Kobarid, a sombre witness to the events of the World War.

Kobarid is located in the Soča Valley, where the turquoise-coloured river of the same name flows—one of Europe's aquatic gems. The Italian influence is still evident in the town today, not only in the pastel-coloured building facades but also in the cuisine of its outstanding restaurants.

Kobarid is also the site of fierce battles between Austro-Hungarian and Italian forces during World War I. The Austrian breakthrough of the Isonzo Front at Kobarid went down in history as the largest mountain battle in human history.

These events were captured in the novel “A Farewell to Arms” by the world-famous American writer Ernest Hemingway.

The turbulent history of this otherwise peaceful town is vividly portrayed at the Kobarid Museum (Kobariški muzej), which is definitely worth a visit.

Address: Gregorčičeva ulica 10, Kobarid

 

Parking:

A public parking lot is located on Manfredova Street, just a short distance from the museum.

 

Lake Jasna

Our final stop was the fairy-tale Lake Jasna, whose surface reflects the peaks of the Julian Alps. This high-mountain lake, with its emerald-glowing waters, is actually a pair of interconnected artificial lakes at the confluence of the Velika and Mala Pišnica mountain rivers.

The bronze statue of the ibex (Zlatorog) is now an inseparable part of the lake’s iconic imagery.

Lake Jasna is not only a perfect place for relaxation but also a starting point for trips to Triglav National Park.

 

Parking:

A paid parking lot is located right by the lake (Parkirišče Jasna).