Overview
Sežana is a modest city of 5,700 people serving as an administrative center for the Kras-Brkini subregion in Slovenia's Coast and Karst area. It functions primarily as a transit hub for backpackers heading to nearby attractions like the Lipizzaner horses at Lipica (7 km), the famous Postojna cave system (35 km east), and the Slovenian coastal towns of Koper, Piran, and Portorož (50-60 minutes by car).
Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Transit Hub
Before you go
Connectivity
Mobile coverage is good for Slovenian and Italian networks due to proximity to the border. WiFi available at hotels and cafes.
Language
Slovenian is the official language. Italian is also widely spoken due to the border proximity and historical ties. English is understood in tourist areas.
Money
Slovenia uses the Euro (€). ATMs available in town. Credit cards accepted at hotels and larger restaurants.
Transport
Sežana sits on the A1 highway between Ljubljana and the Italian border. Train station connects to Ljubljana, Nova Gorica, and Villa Opicina in Italy. Buses to Trieste run frequently.
