Little Slovenia is like a treasure box. Generous nature has poured so many beautiful landscapes, clean lakes, mountain waterfalls and alpine beauties to her that even large countries can envy her. And tourists are also attracted by the rest by the sea of Slovenia on its magnificent beaches, which successfully compete for the title of the most environmentally friendly and comfortable.
A bit of geography
When asked which sea washes Slovenia, travelers who have been there will enthusiastically answer - Adriatic! Their feelings are understandable: this part of the Mediterranean Sea, located between the Balkans and the Apennines, although it washes less than 50 kilometers of Slovenian shores, but gives a whole ocean of joy, warmth and good mood to both guests and locals. The main Slovenian beach resorts are located on the Adriatic coast, where thousands of tourists indulge in serene relaxation every year.
Interesting Facts
- The depth of the sea in Slovenia is very different in different places and can range from 20 meters to 1, 2 kilometers.
- The coastal islands of the Adriatic Sea are quite impressive in size. For example, the islands of Krk and Cres are over 400 sq. km for everyone.
- The shores of the sea in the region of the Balkan Peninsula are cut by narrow bays and form a harbor for ships' berths. This was the reason for the development of yachting, which is popular in Slovenia.
- The area of the Adriatic Sea is more than 140 thousand km, and its name comes from the name of the ancient port that existed in the northern part of the sea. By the way, an asteroid discovered in an observatory on its shores is named after the Slovenian sea.
Beach vacation
The question of which seas are in Slovenia will not be confused by a frequenter of the resorts Piran or Portorož. Every guest of Slovenian coastal cities knows that during the beach season the waters of the Adriatic are warm and very comfortable for swimming. The water warms up to +20 degrees already at the beginning of June, when the main vacation time starts. The temperature reaches a peak of +26 degrees by August, but tourists can take pleasant sunbathing and water procedures until mid-October.
Beaches in Slovenia can be covered with pebbles and sand. It all depends on the location and the resort. But all of them, as a rule, are municipal and have free admission. You will have to pay for the rental of sun loungers or umbrellas, while there is an opportunity to use your beach equipment. City beaches on the sea in Slovenia are most often equipped with attractions for children and provide an opportunity for adults to enjoy active recreation. That is why it is especially popular in Slovenia to spend holidays with the whole family.
