Koper

Koper is an active and green year-round Mediterranean destination. Here, the seaside historical town and the green countryside intertwine, revealing an exceptional history, cultural heritage, a varied selection of gastronomic treasures and authentic stories. The pleasant Mediterranean climate provides many opportunities for active leisure and relaxation in nature or by the sea.

The Natura 2000 area covers nearly half the territory, giving the destination a distinctly green character. Explore the Škocjanski Zatok Nature Reserve or the diverse Karst edge, which offers hiking and cycling trails and is a paradise for climbers. Authentic villages await you in the hinterland, including Hrastovlje, known for the famous Dance of Death fresco in the Church of the Holy Trinity. In the city center, step into the Praetorian Palace or climb the Koper Bell Tower.

For culinary experiences, visit the Altroke Istra Gourmet Festival, held several times a year with varying themes and locations. Don’t miss the chance to taste local pasta ‘fuži’ or hearty Istrian stew ‘bobiči’, and pair them with wine in Marezige, home to Slovenia’s first wine fountain. There, try refošk, celebrated at its own festival, where the King of Refošk is crowned too.