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: Žužemberk Castle (in Žužemberk), Šentjernej (Pleterje Charterhouse Monastery & Pleterje Open-Air Museum) and Land of Hayracks (in Šentrupert). And it doesn't end there: walk around Otočec Castle Park, go for a walk through Trška Gora Hill, take in the views from Kandija Bridge, 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. 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).