Dolenjska Toplice Things To Do

Dolenksje Toplice is a famous spa town, noted for its thermal baths, located near the city of Novo Mesto as well as the Sušica and Krka rivers. The Sušica river flows directly through the southern Slovenian town, which is ringed by forested woodlands perfect for hiking. The towns spas also offer a variety of activities from archery to underwater massage – so be sure to ask what's on during your visit.

 

The town of Dolenksje Toplice is best known for its spas and rightly so. Holidaymakers seeking to unwind can enjoy the therapeutic hot spring water as the Slovenians have since the 1600s. A wealth of spa facilities have sprung up around the town to cater for the needs of tourists and visitors to Dolenksje Toplice. These offer attentive pampering to help you unwind. If you want to relax at your own pace instead, why not head to Dolenksje Toplice’s renowned open-air thermal pool? This offers open-air bathing at a constant 27C, and during the summer you’re guaranteed hours of rich sunshine to boot.

 

Hikers are spoiled for choice in Dolenjska, the region surrounding Dolenksje Toplice and the limestone valley of the Sušica river. Wooded slopes and a variety of flora and fauna populate the area. Visitors can explore the woods at their leisure along one of nine marked trails or even venture into the protected forests of beautiful nature reserve Kocevski Rog. Alternatively, if you prefer wheels to feet there are numerous routes through the valley for cyclists and mountain bikers to traverse.

 

No trip to Dolenksje Toplice would be complete without a visit to the region’s capital Novo Mesto, just less than ten miles away by bus or bike. The city is the centrepiece of Dolenjska’s native wine-making industry. Visitors can explore rich vineyards and wine cellars or sample the famous Cvicek, a light red produced through blending assorted local wines. The city itself is also rich in culture and architecture, and visitors may wish to take a stroll along the banks of the Krka River. Those wishing to travel further afield could also visit the Otocek castle, located on a tiny islet of the Krka River, or Ljubljana, the attractive and historic capital of Slovenia, which can be visited by bus as a day trip.