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|hitch = <rating country='si' /good>|neighbour = [[ItalyAustria]], [[AustriaCroatia]], [[Hungary]], [[CroatiaItaly]]}}__TOC__'''Slovenia''' is a country in '''Central Europe''' according to wikipedia, alternatively part of [[Southern Europe]]. It is a member state of the [[European Union]] as well as the [[Schengen Agreement]]. Hitchhiking used to be more common here in the past, but today people aren´t used to hitchikers it is still very doable and they could be suprised safe. Drivers are happy to see a hitchhiker and will tell youstories about hitchhiking when they were young. But still, hitchiking is quite possible and safe. From the capital, [[Ljubljana]], it is possible to easily hitchhike to the north/east People in Slovenia usually speak English ([[Maribor]], [[Austria]]), to at least the south ([[Croatia]], [[Zagreb]]basics) but German and to Italian (on the west (Postojna, [[Italy]]cost). It is the best to use highways entrances, and to hold a sign marking your destination. Hitchhiking in the rural areas is even easier, and a ride can be found even in the smallest roads. Highways are always also come in a good condition, there are also service areas on the motorwayhandy.

On motorway service areasHitchiking close to highways will take you far and fast, but if you have enough time, standing with use it to hitchhike on the small roads. Slovenia can offer you a sign seems lot to work better than asking people, especially if see on its small territory. Geographic landscapes change fast and you don't speak Sloveniancan get from the foot of the Alps to the Adriatic sea or the Pannonian basin in about 3h ride.

From the capital city [[Ljubljana]], it is easy to hitchhike to the '''north-east''' ([[Maribor]], [[Celje]], [[Murska Sobota]], [[Vienna]], [[Graz]] ([[Austria]]), [[Hungary]]), '''Airportnorth-west'''* ([[Jesenice]], [[Bled]], [[Villach]], [[Salzburg]] ([[Austria]]), [[Germany]]), '''south-east''' ([[Zagreb]] ([[Croatia]])) and '''south-west''' ([[Postojna]], [[Koper]], [[Spodnji Brnik|Ljubljana Jože Pučnik AirportItaly]]). Your best choice would be to use highway entrances, and to hold a sign marking your destination. For more info, check out the page Hitchwiki Ljubljana.Hitchhiking in the rural areas is even easier, and it is possible to get a pick even on the smallest roads. Highways are always in a good condition, there are also service areas on the motorway.

[[File:hhljThe highway rest stops, standing with a sign seems to work better than asking people, especially if you don't speak Slovenian.jpg ====Important roads in Slovenia===={{E|right57}} - Ljubljana to eastern Austria {{E|thumb61}} - Italy and western croatia to western Austria passing Ljubljana {{E|334px59}} - Eastern Croatia to eastern Austria {{E|51}} - costline {{Aat|2}} - Ljubljana to eastern Croatia {{Aat|A hitchhiker holding a sign with the number plate code for 5}} - Maribor to Hungary == International airports ==*[[Ljubljana''Jože Pučnik Airport]] - locals call it by its old name Brnik*[[Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport]]*[[Portorož Airport]]

Sometimes drivers Since Slovenia is a part of Schengen, borders with Austria, Hungary and Italy are not that friendly and they don't wish to take a problem. Usually you abroadjust pass them without stopping, but sometimes they even leave you just before the police would stop the vehicles and ask for documents (ID is enough for EU citizens). It is a little bit more strict on the Croatian border crossing, because the country is not a part of Schengen yet. You'll usually get stuck in the line of cars, waiting time depends on the traffic. But  When leaving the country, don't forget that Croatia and Hungary don't worry! If you are going to Italy use Euro([[Trieste]], [[Venice]]€)as their currencies, your best option is but '''Croatian Kuna''' and '''Hungarian Forint'''. You can exchange Euros in banks or post offices.  If you want to hitchhike till pass the border city (Sezana) and from there take , but get a bus (€1.90) till the Italian village of Villa Opicina. From there pick to towns or villages close by, you can take plenty of buses to Trst (Trieste) and continue trains or busses to Venice. From begining of December 2011pass it. there It is no train from Sežana to Villa Opicina or any other connection from Slovenia to Italynot very expensive, especially at the weekend.[http https://www.rtvsloslo-zeleznice.si/tureavantureen/prevoznapassenger-sredstvatransport/ukinjentravelling-vlak-ki-je-vozil-med-ljubljano-in-benetkamiabroad The link above takes you to the '''Slovenian Railways page'''. There you can find all about the train connections with neighbour countries (usually departing from Ljubljana and skipping small stations), as well as local lines, many of which can take you over the border as well. It is also the last way out, if you get stuck somewhere. (stay strong<3) Of course, you can always use Flixbus or any other bus line too.  '''Border towns/272637 Reference]. villages that might help:''' AUSTRIA (Jesenice, Kranjska gora, Dravograd, Slovenj Gradec, Maribor), CROATIA (Brežice, Krško, Dobova, Piran, Črnomelj, Ptuj), HUNGARY (Murska Sobota, Lendava, Hodoš) and ITALY (Nova Gorica, Sežana, Koper, Bovec, Vipava) Crossing from Slovenia to Austria : Border crossing is also not a problem anymorevery luxurious hitching spot, as the traffic slows down to about 10km/h (because there of the pay toll for Karavanke tunnel, when the road is busy) so the whole highway sees you clearly. There is schengen rule also plenty of space for drivers to pick you up. == Useful information ==As everywhere in Europe, it it not allowed and no border crossings any morevery dangerous to '''cross the highway''' in Slovenia. If Also be careful about crossing the red lights in Slovenian cities, you want to hitchike to [[Trieste]] or further to [[Italy]]'ll get a 20-40€ fine, walk on main road left from train station towards BTC signif you get caught. '''Wildcamping''' in Slovenia is officially not allowed, but the law is usually not enforced. As long as you don't make fires and try follow basic camping rules, people won't mind you. You can also go from house to catch house and ask for a ride place to [[Trieste]] or Villa Opicinaset up the tent in the garden. Couchsurfing, especially in Ljubljana, works fine as well. This is  '''Tips''' are not best hitchhiking spotmandatory or expected in restaurants, but I didnt found betterit is always nice to tip, if you're happy with the service. Slovenians often tip in bars.--[[User:Cro gavran|Cro gavran]] 22:11 There are 2 main words for "hi" in Slovenian. '''Živjo''' (Ž is pronouced /ˈʒeː/) is used in Ljubljana and surrondings, 21 April 2012 (CESTand '''Zdravo''' is dominant around Maribor. You can make a good impression by knowing the difference between the two;) == Personal Experiences == Pls add info == Nomadwiki & Trashwiki == {{nomadwiki}}

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