Collio Things To Do

In terms of a relaxing holiday, few destinations match the beauty of rural Collio. Located on the Italian border of Slovenia, Collio’s extensive fields and beautiful greenery is the ideal setting for country walks. The sprawling countryside is put to good use, with tourists indulging in a number of activities ranging from horse riding with lessons available, cycling along the country roads and even a round of golf.

 

Collio’s biggest export consists is its fine wine, with acre upon acre of vineyard situated in the Slovenian retreat. Some of neighbouring Italy’s best loved country and high-quality wines are sourced in Collio, with the renowned Open Cellar festival open to tourists annually in the last week of May. Here you can gain an insight into the process of winemaking in Collio, as well as sampling a vast range wines from grape varieties such as Zelen, Pinela and Furmint as well as Malvasia. Known mostly for its white Sauvignon as well as a variety of complex reds, a holiday in Collio is the ideal escape for wine enthusiasts.

 

While on holiday in Collio, a visit to the picturesque Miramar castle is a must. It is widely considered to be among the most beautiful citadel in Europe and illustrates perfectly the melding of three cultures; Latin, Slavic and Germanic. Given its location along the border of Italy, Collio boasts beautiful neighbouring municipalities with the beautiful Venice a mere two hours drive away. In the other direction, Slovenia’s capitol Ljubljana is a similar distance from Collio, with the country retreat a perfect starting point for exploring the two country’s respective ways of life.