An unusual triangular tower, Šalek Castle’s remains, still marks the entrance to Šaleška Valley. To the west, the valley is protected by the picturesque Kamniško-Savinjske Alps; to the east, the mountain range of ancient Pohorje; and towards the south, the valley meets Posavje Hills, from where the River Paka flows, where you find attractive lakes. Mining changed the landscape and shaped the character of the towns and villages which inspire visitors with their intertwining of unusual industrial heritage and greenery.
Accommodations
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Thanks to a package of the right experiences for yourself, you two, your family or group, you will discover Šaleška Valley in a completely different way!
Glamping Langus Resort
Glamping Langus Resort is located in the village of Topolšica, which lies in the heart of the Šaleška Valley and is a wonderful starting point for discovering Slovenia.
Glamping Valley of Peace at Lamperček
The cottages are located in a quiet area by the stream, where you can unwind from the hustle and bustle of the city while listening to the birds’ chirp.
Topolšica Spa
When our path leads us astray from the main roads into the heart of nature, we are greeted by an infinite assortment of primal experiences.
Hotel Paka
Hotel Paka has received numerous awards both in Slovenia and abroad. It has four stars.
Villa Herberstein
Vila Herberstein is situated in one of the most beautiful locations in Velenje. It is located only two hundred metres from the town’s centre, close to the winter swimming pool, and the woodland behind the Villa is an excellent place for relaxing walks in the nature.
Hotel Razgoršek
Hotel Razgoršek is a family hotel, where all the rooms are furnished in style. It is located only 15 kilometres from the motorway exit, in the vicinity of shopping centres, the bank, post office and coach and rail station.
Youth hostel Velenje - Green Accommodation
Velenje Youth Hostel is located only 500 metres from the town centre and the main bus station, on the shores of the river Paka opposite the Livada Elementary School.
Prenočišče Mraz
The Mraz Accommodation is located at the edge of the woodland in the hamlet of Gorica near Velenje. Here guests can relax and enjoy the peaceful, natural environment.
Youth centre Šmartno ob Paki
The Šmartno ob Paki hostel is located in the shelter of Mount Oljka (733m) and is easily accessible from all urban centres.
Adventure Packs
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Thanks to a package of the right experiences for yourself, you two, your family or group, you will discover Šaleška Valley in a completely different way!
Family day at Velenje beach
One day experience
Spend a day on the best Slovenian natural beach. Do it your way!
Velenje Underground
A unique evening experience
Come by to enjoy some of the best gastronomic pleasures Slovenia has to offer. The dishes rooted in the coalminers’ traditions will be a feast for all senses!
Mysteries of submerged villages
Sail on precious pieces of the past!
Help a descendant of the Velenje miners, who mined one of the thickest layers of coal in the world and turned fertile fields into lakes, find a precious item under the water surface!
Children's stories of lost villages
A tour of the Museum of Coal Mining, a walk to Lake Velenje and a ride with a ‘pletrca’ along Lake Velenje.
Fly into the tannery of Europe
Noble Šoštanj
Feel like a legendary entrepreneur on a private tour of a once the most reputable leather factory around! In Šoštanj, the town of light, visit the leather family of Vošnjak – Woschnagg.
Find yourself in Šalek valley
Retreat for relaxation, self-discovery, and finding motivation for life’s new challenges
Everyone has at least one reason to experience the countryside. If your body needs rest and your spirit peace, fulfill your needs on a three-day retreat Find yourself in Šalek valley.
Along the paths of Kajuh
Walk through the old-town centre of Šoštanj, learning about the history and role of Karl Destovnik Kajuh, visiting Kajuh’s Park and home and visiting Villa Mayer.
Underground adventure
Adventurous underground cave trekking that excites imagination
The feelings cave explorers experience in the depths of this karst beauty of Šalek valley are indescribable. Experience them yourself. Do you dare join the Underground adventure?
Culinary trio
One day experiencee
Experience the diversity of the days of yore and modern-day adventures in three towns boasting stories that could not make them more different from one another!
Guided experiences by bike through the Šalek valley
Find the right route for yourself.
Take the opportunity for activities in the nature of the Šalek valley and don’t forget that you can experience hidden routes also with a cycling guide.
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