Piran and Portorož have long been popular seaside resorts in Slovenia. From the fresh scent of the ocean to the tranquil views of the salt pans to the feast of fine dining, a visit to spring will make for a unique travel experience.
1. Experience the life of a one-day salt worker
Want to find out how much salt a saltworks worker can harvest in a day? At the entrance to the Sečovlje Salina Nature Park, you can rent a bicycle for free and ride all the way up to the Saltpan Museum to see the saltworks at work and try it out for yourself. At the end of the tour, you'll also be able to take home a bag of salt from your own harvest.
2. Explore the secrets of Fonda sea bass
Fonda Sea Bass is derived from Piran and is the only farmed fish in the world with the "Fonda Sea Bass" brand. If you love the sea and seafood, you can't miss a fun guided tour of Fonda Fish Farm. Take a boat ride to the farm and you'll learn what makes the internationally acclaimed Frontage sea bass so unique and delicious, including how they select high-quality fry, expensive bait, special feeding methods, years of rearing, mussel habitats, and how to judge the freshness of the fish. Finally, you'll be able to taste the specialties of Fonda's Fishery.
3. Explore the romantic legend of Piran
At the Venetian House in Piran, you will hear the touching story of a wealthy Venetian who fell in love with an innocent Piran girl and built this beautiful house for her. In the face of other people's comments, he carved the words "Lassa pur dir" (let them go) on the house, expressing his sincere love without being influenced by the outside world. Stand on a beautiful terrace overlooking Tartini Square and toast to eternal love to the tunes of the famous Italian violinist Tartini before retiring to the comfort of your suite.
4. Olive Garden Food Tour
The sun, sea breeze, salt pans and Mediterranean climate of Piran give the olives here a unique flavor. Come to Family Farm Gramona, where you'll taste fresh "tree-to-table" specialties in the beauty of the Secheulle salt works, discovering the delicious secrets of award-winning premium olive oil and organic food. This is an experience that no foodie should miss.
5. Look for truffles, one of the "three treasures of the world".
Are truffles an aphrodisiac? Why search for truffles with dogs instead of pigs? Can truffles only be picked in the morning? A truffle expert will take his dog to uncover the secret world of top ingredients. Crossing the trail to a hidden corner of the forest, you'll need a bit of luck to find this unique-smelling treasure among the roots. Take home the truffles you have picked and make a traditional Italian pasta dish called "fuži" according to an old recipe, accompanied by a selection of local wines, and enjoy the beauty of the Istria countryside.
6. Explore the most beautiful cycling route - the Palenzana Railway
The Parenzana railway line was built between 1902 and 1935 and is today one of the most popular cycling routes in Europe. Passing salt pans, the medieval mountain town of Grožnjan, the Motovun forest, tunnels and viaducts, the scenery is as beautiful as wallpaper.
7. Change to a fun way to visit - stand-up paddleboard tour
From Punta Piran Beach, Fiesa Beach to the Strunjan Peninsula, one of the most beautiful and diverse areas of the Slovenian coast, stand-up paddleboarding is a more interesting way to get around. From the beach in front of the Hotel Piran, paddle board the sea to admire the town's historic centre and mottled walls, discovering postcard-like views along the way, while observing a variety of flora and fauna in the crystal clear waters.
8. Explore Istrian cuisine on foot
Put on your comfy hiking boots and get away from the hustle and bustle of the countryside for a leisurely hike. Along the way, you'll discover many unexpected gastronomic surprises, such as Istrian truffles and wine, while mingling with the friendly and welcoming locals.
9. Feel the joy of Yantian Outdoor Spa and rejuvenate yourself
Located just north of the Pirançe Ulle Natural Park, Lepa Vida Thalasso Spa is a unique outdoor spa that allows you to indulge in the bounty of the sea in the tranquil natural surroundings of the salt pans. Natural products such as salt mud and sea salt water, which are naturally produced in the salt works, are beneficial to the body, mind, energy, nutrition and skin.
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10. Explore the beachfront spa and uncover the secrets of health and longevity
At the LifeClass Hotels & Spa in Bordeaux Roges, you'll discover the secrets of health and longevity. For centuries, Bordeaux Roges has used a holistic approach that combines the advantages of the Mediterranean environment, the five elements of the local nature, the body-friendly Mediterranean diet, holistic health care and state-of-the-art medicine to create a unique "formula" that optimizes the lifestyle, health and vitality. Come and enjoy a healthy lifestyle surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the Adriatic Coast.
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