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Brezarjevo brezno is a karst shaft cave in the Osrednjeslovenska region of central Slovenia, on the southwestern edge of Ljubljana. It is of interest mainly as an example of a vertical cave opening in the karst landscape around the capital. It sits close to the city, so a visit can be combined with a short walk in the surrounding countryside.
Malo Brezarjevo brezno is a cave shaft in the Osrednjeslovenska region of central Slovenia, not far from Ljubljana. It is a small piece of the karst underground that is easy to pass by, and worth knowing about if you are curious about how the landscape around the capital is shaped. Treat it as a stop to look at from the surface; entering a vertical shaft requires caving equipment and experience.
carst cave in Grosuplje municipality (Slovenia)
Udin Woods (Udin boršt) is a protected forested area in the Gorenjska region, on a conglomerate plateau between Kranj and Tržič, known for its small caves and rock shelters. It suits an easy woodland walk on forest paths, with the caves as quiet points of interest along the way.
Snow Cave (Snežna jama) is a cave in the mountains of the Savinjska region in northern Slovenia. It is one of the higher-lying caves in the country, and as its name suggests, snow and ice can linger inside. Reaching it involves a mountain approach in the upper Savinja valley area, so plan for a hike rather than a roadside stop.
Krka Cave (Krška jama) is a karst cave near the source of the Krka River in central Slovenia, in the Osrednjeslovenska region. It is a short detour for anyone exploring the upper Krka valley and its springs. The cave lies in the hilly countryside south-east of Ljubljana, close to the village of Krka.
Jama Poltarica is a karst cave in the Osrednjeslovenska region of central Slovenia, southeast of Ljubljana. It is a natural site rather than a show cave, worth a stop for those interested in the region's underground karst landscape. Plan it as part of a day out in the hilly countryside of central Slovenia and check local access conditions before setting out.
Laznikarjeva zijalka is a small cave in the Gorenjska region of north-western Slovenia. It suits visitors who like seeking out quieter natural features away from the main sights. Expect a forest approach on foot, so wear sturdy shoes and check local maps before setting out.
Ferranova buža is a cave in the Osrednjeslovenska region of central Slovenia, located near Vrhnika at the edge of the karst landscape around the Ljubljanica springs. It is a modest natural site rather than a show cave, of interest mainly to those exploring the karst features of the area. Plan it as part of a walk in the countryside around Vrhnika and bring a torch and sturdy footwear.
Potok Cave (Potočka zijalka) is a high mountain cave on the slopes of Olševa in the Karawanks, in the Savinjska region near Solčava. It is one of the best-known Palaeolithic sites in Slovenia, where excavations uncovered cave bear remains and bone tools left by Ice Age hunters. Reaching it is a mountain hike, so plan for a proper walk on marked trails rather than a short stroll.
The Great Paradana Ice Cave is a cave on the Trnovo Forest plateau in the Goriška region, above the Vipava Valley. As an ice cave, it holds snow and ice through much of the year, which makes it an interesting stop for those exploring the karst landscape of the plateau. The area is reached by forest roads and trails, so plan it as a walk in wooded upland terrain.
Jama Kjecl is a cave in the Goriška region of western Slovenia, on the karst terrain near the Italian border. It is a modest natural site rather than a show cave, of interest mainly to those curious about the underground features of the Karst. Expect to find it on foot through karst countryside, and treat any entrance with care, as it is not a managed tourist attraction.
Triglavsko brezno is a cave shaft in the high mountains of the Gorenjska region, in the Triglav massif of the Julian Alps. It is a karst feature of the alpine plateau rather than a show cave, so it is of interest mainly to hikers passing through the area and to those curious about mountain karst. Reaching it means a high-alpine hike, so plan for mountain conditions and proper gear.
K.K. Positions Baterie 15 is a cave site in the Goriška region, listed under a name that points to a former Austro-Hungarian artillery battery position. It is worth a stop for anyone tracing the military remains scattered across this part of western Slovenia. The site lies close to Tolmin, so it fits easily into a day spent exploring the surrounding valleys on foot.
Mahorčič Cave is a cave system in the Karst of the Obalno-kraška region in southwestern Slovenia. It is a place to see how water has shaped the limestone underground in this part of the country. It lies in the Škocjan area of the Karst plateau, so it fits well into a day spent exploring the region's caves and karst landscape.
