Introducing The Loggia Palace In Koper
The Loggia Palace is a Venetian Gothic building situated on the Tito Square in the centre of Slovenia’s largest coastal town Koper. It’s known as the only preserved Gothic town hall in Slovenia. The earliest part of the present building dates from 1462, when building work began on a replacement for an earlier Loggia that had stood on the same site on the north side of Koper’s main Tito Square, opposite the Praetorian Palace. Following a plague outbreak in Koper in 1553, the facade of the building was embellished with coats-of-arms, and a terracotta statue of the Madonna and Child was erected in a niche above the left corner column. In 1698, a second storey was added and the facade was extended with two additional arches taken from the west side of the building.
Today, the Loggia houses a very popular cafe on the ground floor and a well known art gallery on the second floor.
Loggia Palace Review
With its impressive Gothic-style lancet arches, the 15th-century Loggia building stands on the northern side of the wonderful little historic Tito Square in the heart of the old city. Its ground-floor arcade is now a café, where you can relax with a cup of cappuccino or a glass of red wine and enjoy the history, culture and beauty of the square and its stunning synthesis of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles. The café is very clean, reasonable and the staff is most courteous and friendly. It’s open daily from 7:00 to 22:00. Be aware that there are a few steps and no access for wheelchairs.
A side door leads to the first-floor Loza gallery. The gallery mostly features solo presentations of established Slovene artists. Occasionally the gallery gives the podium to the group exhibitions prepared by house curators, often with international or national cooperation.
Opening hours for the Loggia Caffe Kavarna:
– daily from 7:00 – 22:00.
Opening hours for the Loza gallery:
– from June 16th to August 31st: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 – 14:00 and 20:00 – 22:00, closed on Mondays;
– from October 1st to June 15th: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 – 17:00, closed on Mondays.
Loggia Palace Pictures
View our image gallery with high-resolution photos that prove you have to visit the Loggia Palace in Koper!
Two photos below courtesy of I Feel Slovenia
A 15th-century Venetian-style Loggia (remodeled in the 17th century) stands on the northern side of the wonderful little historic Tito Square in the heart of old Koper. (Image by Jost Gantar)
Christmas decorations at Tito Square during the festive season in December are a must see. (Image by Jaka Ivancic)
Next two photos below by Erich Reisinger
A beautiful panoramic view over the square and the town of Koper from the top of the bell tower.
On the north side of the Tito square is the well-preserved Loggia Palace.
A lovely café is now housed within the loggia, offering a unique experience as you sip your coffee and admire the square. Image by TICKoper / CC BY-SA 4.0
The 15th-century Loggia with its striking Gothic-style lancet arches. Image by Stephen Colebourne / CC BY 2.0
The magical looking Tito square decorated with a Christmas tree in winter. Image by TICKoper / CC BY-SA 4.0
Loggia Palace in Koper on the map
Address: Titov Trg 1, 6000 Koper, Slovenia
Latitude and Longitude Coordinates: 45.548450, 13.729690
GPS coordinates: 45° 32′ 54.42” N 13° 43′ 46.884” E
Region: Littoral
Koper or Capodistria as it is called in Italian shows two faces to the world: one is a modern, loud and busy industrial part of the city with the only commercial port in Slovenia. The other is the charming small Old Town with the lovely square of Titov Trg and late medieval and early Renaissance buildings, such as the Praetorian Palace, the Loggia Palace and the Cathedral of the Assumption built in Venetian styles. |
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Overall Rating: The main attraction in the seaside town of Koper is its well-preserved medieval city center called the Old Town. Five centuries of Venetian rule are almost impossible to ignore here, especially while strolling along the narrow streets past impressive old buildings and former palaces. |
Overall Rating: This quite sizeable town square is the first place you should head when exploring Koper. It dates back to the Venetian era and is home to several of the town's main attractions. |
Overall Rating: For any visitor to Koper, the Praetorian Palace is a must see. It is located in the centre of the town on the main Tito Square and absolutely dominates the place. |
Overall Rating: Koper's cathedral is located right in the historic city centre on the main Tito square and dates back to the second half of the 12th century when Koper acquired its own diocese. |
Overall Rating: Set on the eastern side of the Tito square in the centre of old Koper is the 54-metre-high Bell Tower. If the weather is good, amazing panoramic views of the entire Koper area and beyond can be had by climbing 204 steps to reach the viewing platform at 43 meters. |
Overall Rating: With its impressive Gothic-style lancet arches, the 15th-century Loggia building stands on the northern side of the historic Tito Square in the heart of old Koper. Its ground-floor arcade is now a café. A side door leads to the first-floor Loza gallery. |
Overall Rating: The rustic village of Hrastovlje, located in the hills above the coast, only a short 20-minute drive from Slovenia's largest coastal town Koper, is home to one of the country's most outstanding medieval treasures, the Church of the Holy Trinity. The church building itself is quite impressive, looking like a small, ancient fort, but what attracts most visitors to this little church is the famous Dance of Death fresco on the south wall. |
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Overall Rating: Skocjanski Zatok Nature Reserve is an oasis of unspoiled nature on the outskirts of Koper, Slovenia's largest coastal town. It is one of the most beautiful protected areas in the country and permanent or temporary home to several hundred animal species, including 300 species of butterflies, 300 species of beetles, 38 species of dragonflies, amphibians, reptiles, and almost 250 species of birds which can be observed from newly built bird hides and an observation tower. |
| The accommodation options in Koper can be divided into six main categories: hotels, guesthouses, B&Bs, apartments, farm stays and hostels. |
Koper is the largest town on the Slovenian coast and the sixth-largest city in Slovenia. There are currently 5 hotels in the city, but the overall quality of the hotels is not that great, and at the moment there's only one hotel in Koper that we can really recommend. Find out which one and why! |
Guest houses are a traditional form of accommodation in Slovenia for holiday makers and other travellers. They are a great choice for a place to stay as they are comfortable and wallet-friendly with owners who take an interest in their guests. There are more than 10 guest houses available in the Koper area, find out which are the ones that we recommend the most. |
Opting for a bed and breakfast over other types of lodging is a great way to personalize your stay and get to know the locals. Bed and breakfasts feel like you are literally staying in someone’s house, because often you are. The advantage of a B&B is that the breakfasts are often home cooked meals that are prepared with love and attention. These meals are included in your room rate and are a great way to start your day. Find out which B&Bs in Koper we recommend the most, and why! |
With all the comforts of home, apartments are a great choice for lodging during your trip to Koper. They are often more affordable and can be very comfortable places to stay. But be careful, the rates and quality vary seriously, so always do a good research before you book an apartment! |
Hostels in Koper are the go-to option for travellers and backpackers who plan to spend very little of their time in their room and most of their time exploring Koper and the Slovenian coast. They’re also a great way to meet other travellers. Unlike a hotel, hostels are more communal in nature and that includes sharing a room with strangers, although often you can get a private room if you want to pay a little more. Find out which hostels in Koper we recommend the most, and why! |
In recent years, farm stays are growing among a number of travelers looking to reconnect with fresh air, local and organic foods, and a more simple and authentic lifestyle on vacation. Farm stays are a form of accommodation on a working farm. Actual accommodations can vary from a room in a farm house, to a cabin or a guest cottage. Typical rates are similar to a bed and breakfast, and like a bed and breakfast, some offer delicious home cooked meals. Some farm stays also allow guests to participate in the daily activities on the farm if they choose. |