Ljubljana

Slovenia's capital has not only been named the #1 European Green Capital, but it is also the only capital in Europe to have appeared six times in the Sustainable Destination Top 100 list. Ljubljana, with its medieval old town and magnificent 20th-century architecture, is a historic yet energetic city with a booming university population that brings young and forward-thinking energy. It is also one of Europe's tiniest cities. Despite this, Ljubljana has more than 500 square meters of dedicated green space and 200 kilometers of bike routes. A bicycle sharing plan is available to both inhabitants and tourists; it's definitely worth a ride through the gorgeous Tivoli Park and the city as a whole.

The Bee Path is also a must-see for eco-conscious visitors. This is a route of over 4,500 beehives that runs across the city, serving as both a conservation effort and a celebration of Ljubljana's urban beekeeping history. Ljubljana center has been car-free since 2008; it provides free access to a bike-share program for up to an hour at a time; and it has constructed more than 542 square meters of green areas, including the Bee Trail, which has 4,500 hives located across the city. Ljubljana is a bike-friendly city with over 200 kilometers of cycling routes and the highest percentage of home garbage separation in the EU at 70%.

Slovenia is the leading country and pioneer in green tourism in Europe and is internationally recognized for its dedication to sustainable tourism. It is the European Commission's most-awarded destination for its sustainable tourist offer, which includes sites such as Bohinj, Soca Valley, Lasko, and Idrija.

Location: Slovenia