Loggia Palace

Koper, Slovenia

Loggia Palace is a Venetian palace in Koper and the only preserved Gothic town hall in Slovenia. The earliest part of the existing building dates from 1462, when building work began on a replacement for an earlier Loggia that had stood in the same position on the north side of the main square of Koper, opposite the Praetorian Palace.

Following a plague outbreak in Koper in 1553-1555, the facade of the Loggia was embellished with coats-of-arms, and a terracotta statue of the Madonna and Child was erected in a niche above the left corner column.

Further work was carried out in 1698, when a second storey was added and the facade was extended with two additional arches taken from the west side of the palace.

The Loggia currently houses a cafe on the ground floor. In the second floor, it houses an art gallery operated by the Piran Coastal Galleries.

References:

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Palaces, manors and town halls in Slovenia

Address

Titov trg 1, Koper, Slovenia

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Details

Founded: 1462
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Slovenia

More Information

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Rating

3.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Loti Obal (2 years ago)
A beautiful cafe with great options for food and drinks. Lately there are a little trouble with the staff (they forget about you). Could use a little renovation too…

Darko Dabeski (3 years ago)
The place is soo cozy. View from terrace is stunning. The servers was very kind and proffesional, they really make you to feel special. Cocktails was made with love, because they make really beautiful decoration in it. I recommend this place if you want to spend great time and enjoy one of the most beautiful coffe shops in Koper.

Alen Karajković (3 years ago)
Loved it here...very pleasant staff...mid range prices...nice view...overall great experience!

-- (3 years ago)
I really love everything about this place and I’d highly recommend it! In my book it’s one of top places in Koper, and even generally. Food is incredible (try the Istrian Breakfast), tea is really great (try their Earl Grey), service is lovely, and of course location is monumental. I honestly don’t understand how in the world can they have an average 3.9 rating, but to me that just shows that sometimes - people do get it wrong.

Marta Đukić (3 years ago)
friendly staff and tasty sandwiches, some pretty people passing by

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