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Ivarčko jezero is a small lake in the Koroška region of northern Slovenia, set among wooded hills above the Meža valley. It is a quiet spot for a short walk around the shore or a rest by the water. The lake lies near Ravne na Koroškem, which makes a convenient starting point for the visit.
Lake Družmirje is an artificial lake in the Savinjska region, close to Šoštanj in the Šalek Valley. It formed as the ground subsided above coal mining, and its open water and level shoreline make it a quiet stop for an easy walk. The lakes of the valley lie between Šoštanj and Velenje, so it combines well with a visit to either town.
Black Lake (Črno jezero) is a small lake in the Podravska region of northeastern Slovenia, set in the forested Pohorje hills. Its dark water among the trees makes it a quiet stop for walkers exploring the area. Expect a forest walk on Pohorje trails rather than a developed lakeside site.
Lake Šmartno (Šmartinsko jezero) is a lake in the Savinjska region, just north of Celje. Its shores offer an easy outing close to town, suited to a relaxed walk along the water. It is a convenient stop for anyone spending the day in or around Celje.
Izvir Kamniške Bistrice is the source area of the Kamniška Bistrica river, where clear water collects in small pools at the foot of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. It is a quiet stop for those who want to see a mountain river at its very beginning. The spring lies in the Osrednjeslovenska region, up the valley north of Kamnik, and is reached by a short, easy walk.
Lake Slivnica (Slivniško jezero) is a lake in the Savinjska region of eastern Slovenia, set in a green, hilly landscape. It suits a quiet stop for a walk along the shore or a look at the open water and surrounding countryside. The lake lies in the area south-east of Celje, so it can be combined with a day trip around that town.
Slivniški ribniki are a group of fishponds in the Podravska region, set in the lowland countryside south of Maribor near the village of Slivnica. The still water and surrounding greenery make it a quiet spot for a short walk along the banks or an unhurried look at the ponds. It suits an easy outing combined with a visit to the Maribor area.
Planšarsko jezero is a small lake in Jezersko Municipality, in the Gorenjska region of northern Slovenia. It sits in the Alpine valley of Jezersko, close to the village, and makes an easy stop on a day out in the area. The surroundings suit a short, level walk around the shore.
Ribnik Farovec is a small pond in the Podravska region of northeastern Slovenia. It is a quiet stretch of still water that suits a short stop or an easy stroll along the bank. The pond lies in the countryside south of Maribor, toward the Pohorje foothills.
Mali ribnik is a small pond in the Podravska region of northeastern Slovenia, its name meaning simply "little fishpond". It is a quiet spot of open water suited to a short stop or an easy stroll along the bank. It lies in the Drava lowland area, not far from Maribor, and is best combined with other walks in the surrounding countryside.
Lake Pernica (Perniško jezero) is a reservoir in the Podravska region of northeastern Slovenia, set in the countryside north of Maribor. Its open water and shoreline make it a quiet spot for a walk or birdwatching on a day out from the city. Expect an easy, flat stroll along the banks rather than a mountain hike.
Lake Trboje is a reservoir on the Sava River in the Gorenjska region, formed behind the hydroelectric dam near the village of Trboje. Its quiet banks suit an easy walk or a spot of birdwatching. The lake lies a short drive from Kranj and Medvode.
Lake Zbilje is an artificial lake on the Sava River near the village of Zbilje, created by the dam of a hydroelectric power plant. Its calm water and wooded shoreline make it a common spot for an easy walk, rowing or a quiet stop by the water. It lies in central Slovenia, a short drive northwest of Ljubljana near Medvode.
Lake Ptuj is a hydroelectric reservoir on the Drava River just upstream of Ptuj, in the Podravska region of northeastern Slovenia. Its open water and flat shores make it a calm place for a walk or bike ride along the embankments, with views back toward the old town. It is easy to combine with a visit to Ptuj itself.
Ribnik Dobje is a small pond in the Osrednjeslovenska region of central Slovenia, southeast of Ljubljana. It is a quiet spot to stop by the water and look out over the surrounding countryside. Expect a short, easy stroll rather than a hike, and it fits well into a day spent exploring the hills and villages of the area.
Ribnik Resa is a small pond in the Posavje region of southeastern Slovenia. It is a quiet spot by the water where you can take a short break and look at the surrounding countryside. The pond lies in the lowland area near the Sava valley and is best visited as a stop on a walk or drive through the region.
Tivoli Pond is a small pond inside Tivoli Park, the large city park on the western edge of central Ljubljana. It makes an easy stop on a stroll through the park's tree-lined paths, with benches along the water. It lies within walking distance of the city centre in the Osrednjeslovenska region, so no car is needed.
Koseze Pond (Koseški bajer) is a small body of water in the Koseze district on the western edge of Ljubljana, in central Slovenia. It is a quiet spot for a short, easy walk around the shore, close to the city's residential neighbourhoods. It works well as a brief stop when combined with walks in the nearby green areas on Ljubljana's western side.
