This protected area follows the meandering path of the Kolpa River from the brilliantly named village of Fučkovci (fuch-kow-tse), just north of Adlešiči, as far southwest as Stari Trg ob Kolpi. It's a popular recreation area for swimming, fishing and boating, especially around Vinica, Adlešiči and Stari Trg ob Kolpi.
Kolpa Landscape Park
Southeastern Slovenia
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