Slovenia’s Koper Cruise Terminal welcomed its first cruise ship almost 20 years ago.
Located in the immediate vicinity of the Old Town, it is an excellent starting point for discovering the Istrian hinterland and Slovenian sights on day trips.
Due to its attractiveness, it soon became a very popular destination for cruises around the Adriatic and the Mediterranean.
More than 1 mill tourists have already arrived in Koper by cruise ship, exceeding all expectations and the capacity of the current infrastructure at the cruise terminal.
As the operator responsible for the passenger terminal, Luka Koper started planning to invest in the new passenger terminal.
Accordingly, a contractor was selected through a public tender to start construction work in autumn 2024, after the end of the main cruise season.
The new modern passenger terminal is visitor-friendly, allows efficient delivery of port services and is designed to fit in harmoniously with the local community. Above all, it is designed to be sustainable, energy-efficient and made of recyclable materials, the operator claimed.
The passenger terminal is the first point of entry for foreign visitors to Slovenia. Its design will therefore communicate the country’s commitment to sustainable business and our socially responsible orientation to care for future generations.
At the same time, the facility will also be open to the general public, especially the local community, as part of the facility will be open to the city.
The terminal building was officially opened on 27th May, 2025.
