Make a self catering villa in Goriska, Slovenia your home away from home

Goriska is situated right on the Italian border and is in the heart of Slovenia’s wine country. With friendly locals and gorgeous scenery, it is an excellent place to enjoy a self-catering villa. Cheaper than Tuscany, yet equally charming, the local cuisine and hospitality cannot be beaten.

Almost every family in this region makes wine, and some very good samples can be found in the most unlikely places. Enjoy exploring this area’s culture, architecture and heritage.

Things to do in Goriska, Slovenia

Become a Wine Connoisseur - A week or two in this area will have you sampling local vintages and visiting the winemakers in their homes. The Movia Manor produces some of the very best wines. The family vineyards are working farms, so call ahead and make an appointment. Many locals do not speak English so take an interpreter if your German or Italian is rusty.

Take a Driving Tour - A car is a must in this area, but the unspoilt scenery which runs along the hilly border country is well worth exploring. Narrow lanes lead through acres of grape vines to hilltop villages marked by quaint church towers.

International Wine Fair - In the spring, Ljubljana hosts an international wine fair. Producing quality rather than the cheapest plonk, wine aficionados quaff and compare along with mere amateurs. Later in the day a little barbershop quartet singing may break out to entertain visitors.

Places to visit near Goriska, Slovenia

Famous as the capital city of Slovenia, Ljubljana is a delightful Austrian-influenced city. Charmingly designed bridges and ornate architecture are in baroque and art nouveau styles. Rebuilt after the 1511 earthquake in baroque style, and again after the 1895 earthquake, the city showcases a mixed history.

The 12th century castle dominates the skyline above the Ljubljana River. St Nicholas Cathedral, the Triple Bridge and Robba’s Fountain are just some of the treasures in the town worth seeking out. The Dragon Bridge has four green dragons on its corners and makes a great photo opportunity!

Take a trip from your Goriska villa accommodation through the lovely Vipava Valley countryside. Vipavski Kriz is one of the most interesting towns, clustered around the castle inside the 15th century defense walls. The Capuchin monastery has a rich historical library and is open to the public.

Weather in Goriska, Slovenia

Although winters are freezing from November to March, Goriska enjoys warm summer temperatures of 21-26C (70-79F). Summer months may see around 15cm (6 inches) of rainfall.

Flights to Goriska, Slovenia

Goriska is served by the Trieste International airport which is 32km from your self catering villa. Ljubljana International Airport is 127km from Goriska and also has frequent low cost flights from the UK and all over Europe.