The stunning Postojna Cave can be seen again and again as you never end discovering it. First opened to the public in 1819, the cave has already been visited by 37 million visitors during the last two centuries. The majority of visitors come from Slovenia, Italy, Germany, Spain and Israel.
The cave system is very extensive and tourists only cover a fraction but there is plenty to see, all quite awesome and very cleverly lit to add to the drama and lit well enough for photos to be taken. Please be aware that flash photography is not allowed as it encourages the growth of lichens and fungi that can damage the limestone and the rare blind fish that live in the caves.
Postojna Cave Photo Gallery
A beautiful picture gallery containing 15 high resolution photos of the Postojna Cave taken by tourists and amateur photo enthusiasts who have visited the cave! No flash photography is allowed in the cave so its difficult to take really good photos but the sights are amazing.
An incredible web of tunnels, passages, galleries and halls, the remarkable diversity of Karst features, as well as easy access, are the main reasons for the popularity of the Postojna cave. Image by Simone Zeffiro / CC BY 3.0
The train ride alone is worth the visit. It has something of the Indiana Jones about it as you weave fairly speedily into the cave system. Image by Fish Tsoi / CC BY 2.0
You’re amazed at the array of stalactites and stalagmites you see as the train chugs along. But you ain’t seen nothing yet! The train disembarks deep within the walls of the cave, where you’re able to walk around and gape at one of the most breathtaking sites you’ll probably ever see in your life. Image by Shadowgate / CC BY 2.0
The tourists are permitted to take photos inside the cave, but without the use of flash. Image by Ivan Ivankovic / CC BY 2.0
The Postojna Cave system is around 24 km long and two million years old. Image by Donald Judge / CC BY 2.0
The cave is the most visited cave in Europe and one of the most beautiful caves with richest cave formations in the world. Image by Gord Webster / CC BY-SA 2.0
The Postojna cave is one of the most diverse cave systems in the world. Image by Shadowgate / CC BY 2.0
Many small fossils can be found in the cave, but this dinosaur was imported from China. Image by Rob Flickenger / CC BY-SA 2.0
Souvenir shop inside the cave. Image by Leandro Neumann Ciuffo / CC BY 2.0
Visitors are dazzled by a wealth of speleothems: calcite formations, stalactites and stalagmites abounding in a variety of shapes and colours. Image by Agathe / CC BY-SA 2.0
The cave is considered one of the most significant cave systems in the world. Image by Gord Webster / CC BY-SA 2.0
The cave will leave you with unforgettable memories. Image by Donald Judge / CC BY 2.0
The cave has recorded more than 36 million visitors since 1819, when Archduke Ferdinand I opened it to the public. The cave system measures some 24 kilometres, of which more than 5 are open to the public. Image by Ivan Ivankovic / CC BY 2.0
The cave is so accessible. The entrance to the cave is on the northern edge of the town of Postojna. Image by 芳蘭 徐芳蘭 / CC BY-SA 2.0
Postojna is a modern town in southwestern Slovenia, where most people come to visit its remarkable cave. The town was first mentioned in historic documents in 1226. Today it has about 9,200 inhabitants and is the economic, administrative, educational and cultural centre of the Notranjska region of Slovenia. Thanks to Postojna's transformation into a tourist town, there are now four hotels and many other guesthouses and private accommodation options for every traveler's budget in the town. An array of restaurants, cafés and bars can be found in the town too. |
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Overall Rating: The Postojna Cave is a stunning underground system of passages, caverns, magnificent halls and stunning stone sculptures that are more than 20 km long. It is the most visited cave in Europe and the only cave with a double-track railway in the world, where visitors can experience a thrilling train ride through the extraordinary beautiful underground landscape. Visitors explore almost 6 km of the cave. |
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Overall Rating: The Predjama Castle is a beautiful renaissance castle built in the mouth of a cave in the idyllic village of Predjama in the Karst region of Slovenia. It was constructed in the Gothic style in the 13th century and is considered to be one of the more significant architectural masterpieces of that time. To prevent easy access, the castle was built under a natural rocky arch high in the stone wall. |
| The accommodation options in Postojna can be divided into six main categories: hotels, guesthouses, B&Bs, apartments, farm stays and hostels. |
Thanks to Postojna’s transformation into a tourist town, there are now five hotels in Postojna, so, if you're planning to visit Postojna and would like to stay in a hotel, read on and find out which are the ones that we recommend. |
A nice guest house offers a friendly and relaxed travelling experience. Most Postojna guesthouses are family owned and operated, and offer a homey atmosphere and friendly service. There are several good guesthouses in Postojna and the surrounding area, find out which are the ones that we recommend the most. |
Many local residents in Postojna offer apartments for rent in their houses. It’s a very popular budget-oriented option when you are staying in Postojna. But be careful, the rates and quality vary seriously, so always do a good research before you book an apartment! |
Bed-and-breakfasts are always a good lodging option. They are a great place to meet fellow travelers, learn more about the area from knowledgeable hosts, and enjoy a hearty breakfast before hitting the road. There are a few good B&Bs in Postojna, find out which ones we recommend the most. |
Hostels provide wallet-friendly, sociable accommodation where guests can rent a bed in a dormitory or a private room and share a bathroom, lounge and usually a kitchen. Postojna is a small town and currently only has one hostel. Luckily it's a very nice one. Find out if it suits your needs. |
Farm stays can encompass a range of accommodations from rural bed and breakfasts to working farms. Some farmstays are quite luxurious, with comfortable rooms and delicious homemade breakfasts each morning; in this sort of accommodation, your closest contact with the farm itself may be a leisurely stroll across a rolling pasture. Other farmstays offer more hands-on activities, which could include milking cows, feeding livestock, collecting eggs, etc. If you want a nice experience on a farm, stay at one of the farmstays listed here, they are the best in the Postojna area and really worth staying at. |