IASWS 2020, General Info

General Info

Slovenia

Surrounded by high Alps and the Adriatic Sea, Slovenia is a hidden gem in the heart of Europe. It is a land where the Pannonian Plain meets the mysterious Karst, where hills and valleys show off their pristine nature. Green mountains, lakes, waterfalls, forests, caves, hills, plains, rivers and the sea – all on 20,273 km2 of land. The beautiful nature is replete with historic buildings, castles, churches and parks, where old traditional customs are still alive and the people are friendly and cheerful.

Slovenia borders on Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia. The coastal climate is Mediterranean, and continental in the plateaus and valleys of the east, which makes this country an ideal tourist destination throughout the year.

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There are many places to visit, depending on a visitor’s interest and the duration of the stay. The capital of Slovenia is Ljubljana, a charming city with an old centre containing many beautiful architectural masterpieces by Jože Plečnik. The coast offers its visitors a chance to relax in the sun, while making short trips to the historical gardens of Štanjel, walking the streets of medieval Piran, seeing the vast saltpans of Sečovlje, visiting the Postojna Cave or even taking a boat to nearby Venice, the city on the sea. Those who enjoy walking in verdant mountains should stop in Bled to ring the wishing bell in a small church in the middle of the lake, or hike from Bohinj to many of the nearby hills. Slovenia is also known for its great wine and delicious traditional food that appeals even to people with a discerning palate.

For more information about Slovenia visit the following web site: http://www.slovenia.info

Piran

One of the loveliest towns anywhere along the Adriatic coast, picturesque Piran (Pirano in Italian) sits prettily at the tip of a narrow peninsula. Its Old Town – one of the best-preserved historical towns anywhere in the Mediterranean – is a gem of Venetian Gothic architecture, but it can be a mob scene at the height of summer. In quieter times, it’s hard not to fall instantly in love with the atmospheric winding alleyways, the sunsets and the seafood restaurants. 

For more information about Piran visit the following web page: HERE


Travel information

By air

Ljubljana has an international airport Brnik, located 23 km northwest of the capital Ljubljana and 139 km from Piran (1 hour 40 minutes). Other convenient airports are Trieste-Ronchi (Italy), 38 km west of Piran, Venice international airport (Italy), 192 km form Piran, Klagenfurt (Austria), 205 km from Piran, Zagreb airport (Croatia), 253 km from Piran.

Direct flights to Ljubljana are available 

For more information visit the following web pages:
Public transport from the Ljubljana and Trieste Airports

To view the schedule and price list of public transport connecting the Ljubljana Airport/Trieste Airport and Piran Central Bus Station please visit: Passenger transport | Arriva Slovenija
A free shuttle bus runs between the Piran Central Bus Station and the Piran Marine Biology Station every 30 minutes (15-minute walk).

By road:

All major European motorways passing through Trieste (Italy), Klagenfurt and Graz (Austria) etc. are connected with Ljubljana and Piran. Drive from Ljubljana or Trieste to Koper and then continue along the coast for Piran. The Marine Biology Station Piran in Piran is located on the coast halfway between Portorož and the historic town of Piran. 

For more help please visit www.viamichelin.com to find your preferred road connection.

Listed below are the distances from Piran to some nearby cities:

  • Trieste (Italy) - 38 km 
  • Venice (Italy) - 202 km 
  • Klagenfurt (Austria) - 199 km 
  • Vienna (Austria) - 502 km 
  • Munich (Germany) - 517 km 
  • Budapest (Hungary) - 584 km 
  • Zagreb (Croatia) – 253 km 

By train:

Piran may be reached by train from all major European cities through Slovenia’s bordering countries (Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia) going mainly via Ljubljana to Koper. You can find the appropriate train connection at www.bahn.de. 

From Koper to Piran (18 km) you can take a public bus  or take a taxi.

For more information see the following web page: http://www.slo-zeleznice.si.

Private transfer from the Ljubljana, Trieste, and Venice Airports

To book the transfer please send an email to GRH Chauffeur service company

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1. Jože Pučnik Airport (commonly known as Brnik Airport), Ljubljana, Slovenia (120minutes, 140 km)

Possible forms of transfers to PIRAN are

  • Private transfer: 180 EUR per car (1-3 persons in car)
  • Private transfer : 230 EUR per van (4-7 persons in the van)

2. Ronchi Airport, Trieste,Italy (60 minutes, 90 km)

  • Private transfer: 100 EUR per car (1 - 3 persons in car)
  • Private transfer: 120 EUR per van (4 - 8 persons in van)

3. Marco Polo Venice, Italy (120 minutes, 210 km )

  • Private transfer: 270 EUR per car (1 - 3 persons in car, price of one-way transfer, VAT included)
  • Private transfer: 290 EUR per van (4 - 8 persons in van, price of one-way transfer, VAT included)

    Payment can be done in cash or credit card to the driver.

IF YOU BOOK YOUR TRANSFER YOUR DRIVER WILL BE WAITING FOR YOU IN THE ARRIVAL HALL AT THE AIRPORT. 


Safe travels. 

Domen Grah
CEO