Embassy of Slovenia in Athens, Greece; address Kifissias Avenue 280 & Dimokratias 1, 152 32, Chalandri; phone +302106720090. Head of mission: Ms. Tamara…
Head of mission: Ms. Tamara Weingerl Požar, Ambassador (as of 2022)
Also accredited to: Cyprus
Head of mission: Mr. Nikolaos Takas, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Greece, 4 Nov 2024)
Slovenia is an appealing destination for some Greek travelers, thanks to its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and modern hospitality. With approximately 2 million Greeks traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Slovenia an intriguing option to explore.
Slovenia is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, including those coming from Greece. It ranks 2nd out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than Greece, which ranks 32nd. Additionally, Slovenia is ranked 9th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, while Greece is ranked 40th. In terms of crime statistics, Slovenia has a lower murder rate of 0.4 per 100,000 people compared to Greece's 0.9. Both countries have the same female murder rate of 0.6. Regarding organized crime, Slovenia generally scores better than Greece in several categories, including crime networks (4.5 for Slovenia vs. 6.5 for Greece) and human trafficking (4.0 vs. 5.5). Overall, tourists from Greece can feel safe visiting Slovenia, which has lower crime rates and a more favorable safety ranking.