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Due to heavy rains and flooding from 3 to 6 August there is an ongoing risk of landslides in parts of Slovenia and essential services remain affected. Check local conditions before you travel, including roads and hiking trails, and follow the instructions of local officials. For detailed information check Essential Tips and advice for tourists during floods in Slovenia
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To drive on Slovenian motorways, you must buy and Instagramdisplay a ‘vignette’. From February 2022, Slovenia moved to an e-vignette system, replacing the previous ‘sticker’ vignette. The e-vignette is linked to the vehicle registration number plate and enforced via automatic number plate recognition cameras. Weekly, monthly and annual e-vignettes can be purchased online on the DARs website. or at DARs points of sale, including petrol stations and post offices. If you are buying an e-vignette online you should only do so via the DARs website. You canwill alsobe signasked upto provide your vehicle registration and you will be given proof of purchase which you should retain for future reference. Annual e-vignettes are valid for 365 days from the designated start date. Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes must register for an electronic tolling system. Vehicles must be fitted with winter equipment from 15 November to get15 emailMarch. See notificationsRoad travel
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