Lower Sava Statistical Region


The Lower Sava Statistical Region is a statistical region in Slovenia. It has good traffic accessibility and is located in the Sava and Krka Valleys, with hilly areas with vineyards and an abundance of water. It is the second-smallest statistical region in Slovenia. The only nuclear power plant in the country and Čatež spa are located in the region. The region annually spends EUR 22 million on environmental protection. In 2013, the employment rate in the region was 57.5%. The region was characterized by the largest difference between the employment rate for men and for women. In 2013 this region also stood out in number of convicted persons per 1,000 population.

Municipalities

The Lower Sava Statistical Region comprises six municipalities:
The population in 2020 was 70,349. It has a total area of.

Economy

Employment structure: 45.8% services, 50% industry, 4.2% agriculture.

Tourism

It attracts 5.1% of the total number of tourists in Slovenia, most being from Slovenia.

Transportation