7 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. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Novo Mesto: Šentjernej (Pleterje Charterhouse Monastery, Pleterje Open-Air Museum, &more), Žužemberk Castle (in Žužemberk) and Land of Hayracks (in Šentrupert). There's much more to do: stroll around Otočec Castle Park, examine the collection at Museum of Dolenjska, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Franciscan Monastery, and get to know the fascinating history of Main Square.

To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read Novo Mesto road trip planning app.

Ljubljana to Novo Mesto is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. In July, daytime highs in Novo Mesto are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) to allow enough time to drive back home.