City Municipality of Koper

The City Municipality of Koper is an urban municipality on Slovenia's Adriatic coast, stretching across a substantial coastal area. It serves as Slovenia's main gateway to the Mediterranean through its major port.

The settlement began as a rocky island during Roman times and later became an important Byzantine center. Under Venetian rule, it became a thriving maritime town and remained so for centuries.

The city maintains Italian and Slovene languages in everyday conversation, reflecting its location at the border with Italy. Residents experience traditions and customs from both Mediterranean and Central European worlds side by side.

The port is easily accessible from the water side but cargo operations are not open to public tours. The area is worth exploring year-round, though warmer months bring more activity to the waterfront.

The city was originally built on a small island before being connected to the mainland later. This island-port origin still shapes how it functions as a maritime hub today.

Location: Slovenia

Capital city: Koper

Shares border with: Muggia, Ankaran Municipality, Piran Municipality, Municipality of Izola, Municipality of Hrpelje-Kozina

Website: http://koper.si

GPS coordinates: 45.54800,13.73010

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:20