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Backpacking Slovenia: 9 best places to visit

The most rewarding stops for backpackers in Slovenia, ranked and mapped. Tap any place to drop it into a free, day-by-day route built around how you actually travel.

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  1. Lake Bled, Slovenia1

    Lake Bled

    Upper Carniola

    Island church on an alpine lake.

  2. Ljubljana, Slovenia2

    Ljubljana

    Central Slovenia

    Cute car-free riverside capital.

  3. Lake Bohinj, Slovenia3

    Lake Bohinj

    Upper Carniola

    Wilder, quieter mountain lake.

  4. Triglav National Park, Slovenia4

    Triglav National Park

    Upper Carniola

    The Julian Alps heartland.

  5. Postojna Cave, Slovenia5

    Postojna Cave

    Inner Carniola

    Vast cave with a train.

  6. Piran, Slovenia6

    Piran

    Slovene Istria

    Venetian-style seaside town.

  7. Predjama Castle, Slovenia7

    Predjama Castle

    Inner Carniola

    Castle built into a cliff.

  8. Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia8

    Vintgar Gorge

    Upper Carniola

    Boardwalk through a gorge.

  9. Maribor, Slovenia9

    Maribor

    Lower Styria

    Wine city, oldest vine.

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