Tandetron accelerator laboratory visit 

We are pleased to offer a laboratory visit to the Tandetron accelerator at the Jožef Stefan Institute Microanalytical Center. The visit will take place on Monday, May 19th, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please note the laboratory is located a 20-minute drive from central Ljubljana. A bus will depart promptly at 10:00 AM from Grand Hotel Union Eurostars (Miklošičeva cesta 1, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia).

Due to limited capacity, registration is required! Please register via this form. This tour is offered free of charge.

 

Welcome reception

On Monday, 19.5.2025 in the lobby of the Ljubljana’s Town Hall (Stritarjeva ulica 2, Ljubljana).
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Gala dinner

On Thursday, 22.5.2025 in the Union Hotel

 

 

Outing

BLED, THE JEWEL OF THE JULIAN ALPS

Half-day tour, 21st May 2025

The town of Bled has been known for over 1000 years. It is a breathtaking place that lies in the middle of the Julian Alps.

The castle of Bled, which  will be our first stop, has numerous collections, from the old-fashioned printing press, herbal gallery, chapel, and two tiny wine cellars, and a fascinating museum with stunning views of the area.

After the castle tour we will go for a famous Bled cream cake »kremsnita« (https://the-slovenia.com/en/slovenia/blejska-kremsnita-bled-cream-cake/) and have some free time in the center of Bled for coffee.

WINE TASTING EXPERIENCE IN LITTORAL WINE-GROWING REGION

Half-day tour, 21st May 2025

We will visit the southern part of Slovenia, which is known as the Littoral Wine-Growing Region (Primorska vinorodna dežela). It has two of Slovenia’s most widely known and prominent wine districts, the Gorizia Hills (Goriška brda) and Koper districts. It is subdivided into four districts. The Brda district borders the Italian wine region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia with the Gorizia Hills Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC). This region was one of the first in Slovenia to make a concentrated attempt to establish an international reputation for quality. The area is planted with international varieties of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon blanc, Pinot gris (Sivi Pinot), and Pinot noir (Modri Pinot) as well as Ribolla Gialla (Rebula), Refosco (Refošk) and Friulano. Brda region is best known for its Rebula white wine and Merlot-Cabernet blends.

The Koper district on the Istrian peninsula along the Adriatic coast is the warmest wine region in Slovenia. The Refosco and Malvazija grapes are the most widely planted in Koper. The Karst plateau district, located near the Italian city of Trieste, is known for the wine style Teran which is a very dark, highly acidic red wine made from Refosco grapevines planted in the red iron-rich soil region’s. Also other varieties of wine grape can be found in this region include Piccola nera. (source Wikipedia)

The tour includes a visit to the Vina Koper winery in the Koper district. A magnificent wine cellar reveals all the secrets behind the creation of Vina Koper’s world-class wines. You will learn about the history, curiosities and details that make their wines so special. You will experience the sun in a glass in a cosy atmosphere. A visit to Koper is then planned, with some free time to stroll along the coast. Koper is a picturesque Slovenian port town that combines rich history with Mediterranean charm. Medieval Venetian palaces adorn the old town, while a lively promenade winds along the seafront, creating a vibrant seaside atmosphere.

ARCHITECTURAL DELIGHTS OF LJUBLJANA – two options:

Option1: Walking tour through Ljubljana followed by visit of Ljubljana Castle

Half-day tour, 21st May 2025

Join us for a guided tour through the city of Ljubljana, an architectural gem of Central Europe. We will explore the area of the roman town Emona and head towards the old town. Along our way, we will see the National University Library, one of the most remarkable architectural creations done by the biggest name in Ljubljana’s architecture, Jože Plečnik, which hides a lot of secret symbolism.  The tour will also include a short walk by seeing the beautifully arranged river Ljubljanica embankment and its numerous bridges.

After visiting the City square and the Church of St. Nicholas, the main cathedral of Ljubljana, we will head up to the castle for some spectacular views. There will be a short coffee break on top. The tour will continue with a walk over the great market, through Prešeren square, and finish up at the rebuilt Congress Squarewhere the Seat of Ljubljana University stands.

Option2: Walking tour through Ljubljana followed by a boat trip across Ljubljanica River.

Half-day tour, 21st May 2025

Join us for a guided tour through the city of Ljubljana, an architectural gem of Central Europe. We will explore the area of the roman town Emona and head towards the old town. Along our way, we will see the National University Library, one of the most remarkable architectural creations done by the biggest name in Ljubljana’s architecture, Jože Plečnik that hides a lot of secret symbolism.  After we will see the beautifully arranged river Ljubljanica embankment and its numerous bridges.

After visiting the City square and the Church of St. Nicholas, main cathedral of Ljubljana we will embark on a boat trip across the Ljubljanica River.