6 days in Dolenjska Itinerary

Novo Mesto is the city on a bend of the Krka River in the City Municipality of Novo Mesto in southeastern Slovenia, close to the border with Croatia. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Novo Mesto: Šentjernej (Pleterje Charterhouse Monastery & Pleterje Open-Air Museum), Land of Hayracks (in Šentrupert) and Chateau de Zuzemberk (in Žužemberk). And it doesn't end there: walk around Otočec Castle Park, go for a walk through Trška Gora Hill, contemplate the long history of Breg, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Novo Mesto Cathedral.

For where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read Novo Mesto trip planner.

Ljubljana to Novo Mesto is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Novo Mesto can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. You will leave for home on the 24th (Thu).