South Slovenia - Holiday between Italy and Croatia

• Discover the southeastern hinterland of Slovenia with soothing thermal springs and adventure pools.
• Slovenia's Adriatic coast is only just over thirty miles long - but worth a visit, for example try Piran.
• The Predjama Cave Castle and the Postojna Grotto is one of the most visited stalactite caves in the world. But so big that you’ll come in to simply marvel.

Camp out by the sea on the Slovenian Riviera. Whether it's a beach holiday, boat trips or bird watching - it won't get boring here. In the landscape park of Se?ovlje Saltworks more than 120 bird species feel at home. You can also still experience the traditional craftsmanship of sea salt extraction here. The health resort Portorož impresses with the sculpture park Forma Viva on the Seca peninsula - and with one of the few fine sandy beaches in Slovenia. Otherwise it's more rocky bays and pebble beaches, so you can enjoy a clear view while snorkeling...

Poper, Slovenia's only seaport is well worth seeing

For example, why not marvel at the glorious facade of the Praetor's Palace or the Venetian watchtower high above the city. The cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary is a sign of the eventful history of the country: It shows Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles and was also influenced by master builders of the Renaissance and the Baroque.

One holiday - three countries

From southern Slovenia you can visit the Croatian capital Zagreb or the bathing bays of the Istrian peninsula. Also a jump to Italy, to Trieste and to the nearby castle Miramare, a visit to the summer residence of the Habsburgs, is worthwhile. The 22 hectare subtropical park is an attraction in itself - and also offers a dream view from the rocks down to the Adriatic Sea.