Out of the many archaeological sites dotting the Vipava Valley, the Roman fortress Castra with its mighty wall and towers, and the Roman fortress of Ad Pirum in Hrušica, are two of the most important ones.
The wine bar is noted for its strong focus on local dishes. Besides premium wines by local winemakers, the bar provides visitors home-made meat products and rustic bread from the bread oven. Other home-made dishes can be arranged for by request. Highlight: sale of local products. Opening hours: Wednesday–Saturday from 17.00.
The Vipava valley with its cultural and natural heritage offers a variety of activities for pleasure, informal education, getting some extra experience or acquaintance, etc… It is surrounded by pure nature where the biotic diversity is vast, in spite of capital’s strong tendencies to violate the tenderest parts of our environment.
Visiting the homestead in Goče is a real treat. It is noted for its fine wines, delicious food made from garden-fresh ingredients, and unparalleled hospitality. Highlight: liqueurs, sparkling wine, 400-year-old wine cellar. Opening hours: by prior appointment.
Ajdovščina traces its roots back to the 3rd century AD. In that period, the Romans set up a fortress called Ad Fluvium Frigidum (\"by the frigid river\") on the banks of the Hubelj whose remains survive until the present day.
Together with its partners (cultural clubs and freelancers in culture from Ajdovščina), the Youth Hostel Ajdovščina has been hosting workshops and multi-day colonies for various artists (theatre, sculpture, painting, handicrafts, visual arts and design, film art…).
Erik is self made baker from Ajdovščina. He started his professional journey during first lockdown in march 2020. He specialized in sourdough bakery and neapolitan style pizza.
The Vipava Valley offers exquisite wining and dining opportunities. There are eateries with delicious wines and dishes at every turn. Embark on a tour through the local wine cellars and taste the magic of the indigenous grape varieties Pinela and Zelen. Reach out to our partners for foodie trips designed to introduce you to the flavours of the Vipava Valley.
Set in close proximity to the Hubelj Spring along the natural science educational trail. The spring is a trailhead for different hill climbing tours. Guests can indulge in traditional regional delicacies, including štruklji rolled dumplings. Seats: 60 indoors, 80 in the garden.
Long-standing culinary tradition. Pampering guests with traditional regional specialities, fish dishes, grilled dishes and modern delicacies. Seats: 90 indoors, 30 in the garden. Opening hours: Monday–Tuesday 10.00–14.00; Wednesday–Friday 09.00–16.00; Saturday–Sunday 09.00–22.00.
Take on exciting hiking, paragliding, and wine tasting adventure. We offer you to experience the Vipava Valley in a unique way. Combine three highly popular activities in one go! Hike along the picturesque edge of Trnovo Plateau, fly in tandem from the mountain above Vipava Valley and finish your day in a wine cellar!
The area around Ajdovščina has always been shaped by the forces of nature. Throughout the area’s tumultuous geological past, many organisms have left their imprints in the rocks (flysch, sandstone, limestone, dolomites, fossils and corals).
The Youth Hostel Ajdovščina is part of the Pale Sports Park. Together with its partners, the Youth Hostel provides guests great opportunities to pursue sporting activities.
The Turkish chefs make a mean kebab; optionally served with Turkish rakija spirit. The offer includes hamburgers, sandwiches, toast and salads. Seats: 12 indoors, 6 in the garden.
The Pizzeria Gold Club in the ground floor of the hotel in the heart of Ajdovščina, boasts an impressive pizza menu and serves in-house craft beer. Aside from yummy pizza, the eatery serves traditional local fare, and a rich offering of meat, fish, vegetarian and Serbian dishes.
The lovely interior is perfect for enjoying a nice meal picked from the large menu with 16 pizza options, grilled dishes, steaks and cold cuts. Seats: 25 indoors, 40 on the terrace. Opening hours: daily 09.00–23.00; Tuesday closed.
The Upper Vipava Valley is steeped in an incredibly rich religious heritage, with a church in virtually every village
A circular path runs from the village of Ustje through Dolenje, over Planina where local luminary Matija Vertovec held a position, to Šmarje where he was born, looping back to Vrtovče and Tevče to the start in Ustje. The route is lined with a host of natural and cultural landmarks.
Pizza, hamburgers, confections, artisanal cake and pastries, also custom-made. Highlight: small-batch cookies, truffles, and home-made ice cream. The venue seats 70 people. Opening hours: Monday–Thursday 06.00–22.00; Friday–Saturday 06.00–23.00; Sunday 07.00–22.00.
An exciting tandem paragliding experience above Vipava Valley awaits for you. Take off from mountain Kovk or Lijak and fly above the slopes of Gora with breath-taking views of Karst and the Adriatic Sea on the horizon.
The Vipava Valley Wine Road runs through 27 winemaking places in the Upper Vipava Valley.
Vipavski Križ is a small, picturesque, fortified settlement in the Vipava Valley, and one of the most striking historic and cultural sites in Slovenia. The first written accounts date back to the 13th century when it was mentioned as De Cruce or Villa Crucis.
