Embassy of Slovenia in The Hague, Netherlands; address Anna Paulownastraat 11, 2518 BA, Den Haag; phone +31703108690. Head of mission: Mr. Jožef Drofenik.…
Head of mission: Mr. Jožef Drofenik, Ambassador (as of 2022)
Head of mission: Diederick Lodewijk Baron Van Wassenaer, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Slovenia is an appealing destination for Dutch visitors due to its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and modern hospitality. Situated between the Alps and the Adriatic, it attracts millions of tourists each year. With 22.1 million Dutch travelers going abroad annually, a portion may find Slovenia an intriguing option.
Slovenia is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, ranking 2nd out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is better than the Netherlands, ranked 9th. According to the Global Peace Index, Slovenia ranks 9th out of 160 countries, also surpassing the Netherlands, which is ranked 18th. In terms of crime statistics, Slovenia has a lower murder rate of 0.4 per 100,000 people compared to the Netherlands' rate of 0.7. While the female murder rates are slightly higher in Slovenia (0.6) than in the Netherlands (0.4), overall, Slovenia has a favorable safety profile. Regarding organized crime, Slovenia generally scores better in several categories, such as mafia groups (3.0 vs. 4.5) and arms trafficking (3.5 vs. 5.0). However, the Netherlands performs better in areas like state crime (2.5 vs. 6.0) and human trafficking (5.5 vs. 4.0). Overall, Slovenia is a safe destination for tourists from the Netherlands, with lower crime rates and a peaceful environment.