Dangers in Slovenia

Information and Warnings for Tourists to Stay Safe and Avoid Unpleasant Situations

Where in Slovenia Extra Caution Is Needed, How to Avoid Dangers, and Enjoy a Safe and Carefree Visit

Wild Camping:

Fine: €100–€500.

- In towns and cities
- In villages
- In forests

Fine: €1,000+
Triglav National Park
Škocjan Caves Park

Highways

Vignette
Where and how to buy it!

Toll class 1 (motorcycle)
Toll class 2A (car)
Toll class 2B (taller car / van)
Penalty: €300 + toll sticker
Each entry onto the highway counts as a separate offense!

Radar

10 km/h = 40 EUR
+10 - 20 km/h = 120 EUR + 3 k.t.
+20 - 30 km/h = 250 EUR + 5 kt
+30 - 40 km/h = 500 EUR + 7 k t
+40 - 50 km/h = 750 EUR + 9 kt
+50 km/h = 1.200 EUR + 18 k.t. odvzem vozniškega dovoljenja

More about traffic violations

Legal Scams

ATMs, marked as ATM, can also charge up to a 15% fee on the withdrawal amount.

We advise using ATMs from Slovenian banks! The commission ranges from 0.5% to 15%.

Traffic

  • Speeding up to 10 km/h – €40
  • Speeding 10–20 km/h – €120 + 3 penalty points
  • Speeding 20–30 km/h – €250 + 5 penalty points
  • Speeding 30–40 km/h – €500 + 7 penalty points
  • Speeding 40–50 km/h – €750 + 9 penalty points
  • Speeding over 50 km/h – €1,200 + 18 penalty points + license suspension
  • Using a phone while driving without a hands-free system – €120 (common offense, risk of accident)
  • Unfastened seatbelt (front seat) – €120
  • Unfastened seatbelt (rear seats) – €60
  • Nepripet otrok v avtomobilu – 120 € (otroški sedež do 12 let ali <150 cm)
  • Failure to obey a STOP sign – €120–300 + 3–5 penalty points
  • Running a red light – €250–500 + 5–7 penalty points
  • Driving the wrong way on a one-way street – €120–300 + 3–5 penalty points
  • Entering a highway in the wrong direction – €1,200 + license suspension
  • Violation of safe following distance – €120–300
  • Violation of highway toll category – €300 + vignette

Camping and Nature

  • Wild camping / illegal camping – €83–200 (in cities, villages, or forests)
  • Camping in protected parks – €1,000+ (Triglav National Park, Škocjan Caves)
  • Mushroom picking – up to 1 kg per person (for personal use, do not harm nature)
  • Picking berries/herbs – normal amounts for personal use (do not pick protected species)
  • Found items/money – hand over to the police (ownership determined by police/law)

Public Order

  • Public indecency / disorderly conduct (PDC) – €40–400 (loud disturbance, insults, inappropriate behavior)
  • Refusing to comply with an official / police officer – €120–500 (disregarding lawful orders; always cooperate calmly)
  • Public drinking where prohibited – €40–150 (city centers, parks)
  • Smoking in public places without permission – €40–150 (follow designated areas)

ATMs / Fees

  • Using ATMs – 5–15% (higher fees than at Slovenian ATMs)
  • Using Slovenian ATMs – up to 1% (usually lower fees)

Vignette / Toll Categories

  • Toll categories 1, 2A, 2B – €300 + vignette (each entry counts as a separate offense)

What the Map IS and IS NOT!

  • Shows tourist-heavy locations where crowds are common.

  • Highlights urban areas requiring increased awareness.

  • Marks areas near officially recorded locations, as identified by public authorities.

  • Provides general information for visitor awareness and route planning.

What the map IS NOT:

  • A map of individual crime – does not mark any individual or private property.

  • An ethnic or racial indicator – does not imply residents of any area are dangerous.

  • Official police risk assessment – does not replace official safety information or recommendations, but provides guidance on areas where extra caution is advised.

  • A guarantee of safety – does not ensure other areas are completely safe.

Note: The map is for informational purposes only. Visitors should always follow standard safety measures and local regulations.