IAESTE Slovenija

Quick facts about Slovenia Top

Population	2.050.000 inhabitants
Capital	Ljubljana
	220.000 inhabitants
Area	20.273 km2
Language	Slovene
Currency	Euro
Slovenia is a member of EU.

Slovenia is a small, lovely and very diverse country. It’s geographical position is unique as four major European geographic regions are met in a small place: the Alps, the Dinarides, the Pannonian Plain, and the Mediterranean with 43 km of coast. That means the environment changes completely even if you travel only short distances. Most of the country is covered in hills and forest (58% of the area). The climate is moderate with summer temperatures up to 35°C. Its position in the centre of Europe will give you a perfect starting point for further travelling other European countries.

Ljubljana Top

Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia and most of IAESTE trainees will be placed here. It has a unique position in the centre of Slovenia, so interesting places all across the country are within easy reach from there. For example, it takes you only one hour to be either climbing in the Alps or sunbathing on the coast, if you are heading the other direction. In Ljubljana you can visit castle, several interesting museums, or hike to locals’ favourite Šmarna gora. Another thing that makes Ljubljana such an attractive city is its numerous student population. And as every student city it offers a lot of culture events and a versatile nightlife.  For more information on that topic visit our survival booklet.

Promotional video: Ljubljana In Your Pocket.

Maribor Top

Maribor is the second largest city in Slovenia with 120.000 people. It is placed in the well-known wine-growing area besides river Drava. One of the main tourist attractions is the oldest living example of a noble grape vine on our planet. Pohorje is a popular ski resort near Maribor, which turns into a place for hiking and cycling for the summer. If you are looking for nightlife you should visit Ribičija, Štuk, Tacos, KMŠ.

Promotional video: Maribor.

Places of interest Top

Bled Top

With immense natural beauty, Bled, together with its surroundings, ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts, renowned for its mild, healing climate and thermal lake water. The beauty of the mountains reflected on the lake, the sun, the serenity and the fresh air arouse pleasant feelings in visitors throughout the year, guaranteeing an ideal base or a relaxing break or an active holiday. Bled attracts businessmen, artists, athletes, explorers, sport enthusiasts, the old and the young, from all over the world, enchanting them to return again and again.

Bohinj Top

Another lake, surrounded by the Alps, but bigger and with fewer tourists than Bled. In summer it warms up to 22°C, just the right temperature for a refreshing swim! Area around Bohinj is perfect for hiking trips into the Alpes. You can also visit the 78m high waterfall Savica.