Things to see and do Northeast

Side by side, Yugoslav partisan liberators and Russian soldiers. Socialist nostalgia before the quarrel with the Soviet big brother. Murska Sobota suffered the full brunt of the Nazi occupation during the Second World War, before being liberated. This monument celebrates this victory over the fascist oppressor. It was erected as early as 1945 by the Russian architect and military engineer Vladimir Aroncik. The style of construction is very symptomatic of Soviet art.

You will first arrive at the Chapel of Loreto built in 1635, where the coat of arms of the Bishop of Ljubljana, Thomas Hren, the sponsor, and those of the Archdiocese. Thomas Hren gave his words of gratitude and thanked the intercession of the Virgin. A wooden statuette of the Queen of Nazareth is placed on the altar. As a result, the village took its name. The Franciscans settled on these heights after their flight from Bosnia, faced with the Turkish invader. The church is Renaissance style with a baroque interior. The altar was designed by Janez Vurnik in 1885. The altar of Saint-François-d'Assisi is a work by Francesco Robba, the altarpieces of side altars are due to Fortunat Bergant, Valentin Metzinger, Potočnik. There is also a convent in. since 1978.

This is the last of the 80 mills that were once in service on La. The mill of the Babič-Karmen family is of pannonian type. The wheel, resulting in the mechanism of the wheel, is arranged between two "floats" on the river. The daily production of flour is 2 tonnes. Fire and water damage have not spared this family of sucker, which has never lowered its arms to revive the activity. This mill, the fourth since 1912, has existed since 1991.

This cave was discovered in 1981. It is in fact a cooler where the snow, accumulated during the winters, came down from the surface along faults and was transformed into ice by settling. It is believed to be over 10 million years old. Inside, the temperature is almost constant and never rises above 4°C. Stalagmites sometimes exceed 20 m in height. This is the highest cave in Slovenia, at an altitude of 1,530 m.

You can reach it by car before continuing on foot. The trail leads to Okrešelj (1,396 m) after a continuous ascent. It is possible to quench your thirst at the Slap Rinka Hostel at the foot of the waterfall until 10pm. The source of the Savinja River is located about 20 minutes upstream from the Rinka waterfall. Hiking boots are recommended to start the winding path that leads above the waterfall jump and continues via footbridges, ladders and boulders to the source. The final part continues through the woods. 15 minutes from the first source of the Savinja River, a panoramic relaxation break at the Frischaufov dom na Okrešlju hut at 1,378 m. It took an hour's good mountain walk to get there. The place is packed on the weekends. Meals are then taken from the backpack. As for the house, it offers hearty little dishes. The bravest ones continue towards Kamniško sedlo at 1,864 m. Count an hour and a half of climbing in addition. Laces first and a steep passage towards the end with a handrail. After the Rinka waterfall falls, the water disappears and then resurfaces, mixed with the water from the spring Črna, near the Kranija farm. When the rains are heavy, the waters of the waterfall remain on the surface and adopt a new name: Kotovec. La Savinja is truly born at the end of the Logar Valley. The Črna joins the Jezera, flowing from the Matkov Kot valley. From now on, the waters begin their course under the name of Savinja.

From the summit, the valleys of the Miža, Mislinja, Drava and Savinja can be identified. On a clear day, the Triglav and Grossglockner (Austria) become visible. The church consecrated in 1602 by the Bishop of Ljubljana Tomaž Hren and erected at an altitude of 1,680 m holds the country's altitude record. By road about 20 kilometres southwest of Slovenj Gradec. Via the hiking trail, ask at the information office to reach it and bring a map. The region is also a small paradise for hikers and mountain bikers.

The regional museum is housed in the Renaissance castle of Brežice. Originally a fortress designed to resist Turkish attackers, the castle became a palace in the Baroque period. Its frescoed hall, the largest in the country, is a masterpiece. The painter is said to have painted himself. The chapel and staircase are also painted. Scenes from Greek and Roman mythology abound. Classical music concerts are held here in summer.

The museum boasts an interesting archaeological collection, including a number of skeletons, such as that of an Illyrian soldier (500 B.C.) found in his tomb, complete with equipment and horse harness ornaments. In Dobova, 420 graves have been identified. In Roman times, Drnovo, near Brežice, was an important Roman settlement (4,000 inhabitants).

In the ethnological section, visitors can discover the life of the people of Posavje and their style of dress, thanks to the furniture, pottery and glass paintings on display. One room is devoted to viticulture. In the middle stands a klapotec, used to ward off birds. More recent history, too, is recounted at length through the deeds of the resistance. The museum also boasts the first translation of the Bible into Slovene by Jury Dalmatin in 1584, and a sledge belonging to Empress Maria Theresa. One room is dedicated to the work of Franjo Stiplovšek, who launched the museum in 1949.

The cult of Mithras was never a religion recognized by Rome. Therefore, these sacred places were outside the city. From the middle of the 3rd century, some temples crossed the boundaries of Ptuj. Sanctuaries I and II can be seen respectively at Spodnja Hajdina, about 4 km west of the town, and at Zgornji Breg. Contact the Regional Museum for a visit or ask for the key from your neighbour.

Mithra I. Spodnja Hajdina. To get there, take the direction of Maribor. On leaving Ptuj, turn left before the intersection of the roads leading to Ljubljana and Maribor. After 300 m, turn left at the sign. Park below and follow a small path between fir trees and corn crops. To obtain the key, you have to go to n° 40 (family Župančič). Built in the middle of the 2nd century A.D. by officials of the customs administration which had its seat in Ptuj. This set, discovered in 1898-1899, was covered in 1910.

Mithra II. Zgornji Breg. Beforehand take the direction of Maribor. At the sign indicating the sanctuary, turn right. The key's in number three. This sanctuary was founded in the second half of the 3rd century AD by soldiers of the 13th Germina and Macedonia legions, who settled in Ptuj. The site was revealed in 1913. The temple was built a year later to protect it.

The sites are remarkably well preserved and clearly worth the trip if you are staying in the Ptuj area.

Take the pass road Pavličevo in the direction of Austria. In the middle of the climb, turn right (the only one). You can't go wrong, there's a lot of signs at the crossroads. This road is not asphalted but is easily passable. It is 20 km long and offers the most beautiful views of Logarska Dolina, Olševa and Raduha. Many consider it to be the most beautiful in Slovenia. And it's true! Landscapes parade to the rhythm of farms and hamlets. You're wondering how people manage to live here. You stop to enjoy a local meal that only tourist farms know how to prepare. At a bend in the road, you discover Sveti Duh, a small church on its promontory with Raduha in the background. The road ends in Bukovnik (Slovenia's highest farmhouse at 1,323 m), an eagle's nest on the slopes of Raduha. This is the most beautiful view of Logarska Dolina. The return journey is by the same road, then you will take the direction of Solčava. You can also switch to the Meza Valley, following the direction of Črna na Koroskem. Additional points of interest include the glacial valley of Matkov Kot and Matkov Okno. On the road to Ojstrica, you will discover the monumental giant larch trees, trees that are almost 30 m high and 5 m in circumference. Finally, the panorama that opens on the Robanov Kot is quite grandiose and can be the subject of a small excursion within its sublime natural park.

This glacial valley is also a natural park. It is surrounded by Križevnik (1 901 m), Ojstrica (2 350 m) and Krofička (2 083 m).

The remains were discovered in 1952. In the middle of the 3rd century, the flooded Savinja had swept everything away. The mausoleum of Spectatius (II) was erected for himself and his son as stated in the inscription. This monument to the right of the central aisle is the most important. Downstairs is the burial urn. The Four Seasons fill the walls while in the middle of the canopy, the mother of the two Priscanius is in the spotlight.

Enius was given the most beautiful mausoleum. It's a beautiful work of art. A bas-relief depicts a bull ridden by Princess Europe. Bas-reliefs decorate the sides of the double-cap canopy: a horse fleeing from a lion, a gazelle being chased by a dog.

With the westernmost mausoleum of Secundianius (IV), the decline of Rome is on display. Built in 250, the building is crude. To the right of the aisle leading to it, an isolated funerary altar is dedicated to Vindonius, an important Celtic figure. On the front wall, a bas-relief represents Hercules bringing Alcestis back from the underworld.

If you wish to discover all the Roman heritage of the region of Celeia (today's Celje), this place is for you because it allows you to become aware of the organization of daily and economic life within the Roman Empire through the practical example of a necropolis. To complete your ancient knowledge of the region, visit the Regional Museum of Celje and its subsoil or Poetovio (today's Ptuj).

Terme Olimia is a spa complex located in Podčetrtek. The spa offers a variety of facilities and services for well-being and relaxation. The Wellness Orhidelia is the jewel of the complex, with its indoor and outdoor pools, saunas and relaxing treatments. It has been voted Slovenia's best wellness center on several occasions. Family Wellness Termalija is Slovenia's largest family wellness center, offering activities for every member of the family. Thermal Park Aqualuna is a water park with over 3,000 m2 of aquatic fun for all ages. Terme Olimia also offers selfness programs, a philosophy focused on well-being and personal happiness. The complex features several hotels and accommodations, including Hotel Sotelia, Hotel Breza, Aparthotel Rosa, Lipa Village, Olimia Adria Village glamping and Natura camping. Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or a convention destination, Terme Olimia offers a unique experience of well-being and relaxation.

6 km away. Originally, a chapel dedicated to St. Barbara stood on this site on top of the Straža hill. The present building was erected between 1721 and 1725 in response to the many pilgrims who had previously come to pray before the supposedly miraculous representation of St. Francis Xavier. The work therefore deserved its own church. It also contains a gold chalice donated by Empress Maria Theresa of Austria, a silver monstrance donated by Archduchess Maria Anne of Austria, and two chasubles donated by the kings of France and Poland.

To the east of the village of Šempeter, a 5-minute walk away, there is a preserved Roman roadway along which you will find renovated plans of cellars and smaller burials. Not far from the Roman necropolis, there are remains of the via romana which connected the towns of Ptuj (Poetovio), Celje (Celeia), Ljubljana (Emona) and Trieste (Tergesta). Some 300 m of the road have been uncovered and give an idea of the great technical superiority of the Roman people in late antiquity.

The Lto Rogla-Zreče is a tourist association that aims to promote the Rogla-Pohorje region. Their website offers a wealth of information on the attractions and activities available in the region.

This cave bordering the Ponikve karst was opened to the public in 1972. Human bones from the Neanderthal era have been found there. It's named after a rock with a devil-like entrance. Inside, there are beautiful galleries, where even cultural events are held, there are many water currents, small lakes and waterfalls. Don't miss the highest underground waterfall in Slovenia. Also possible: the guided discovery of the paths bordering the cave. Amazing!

The office is located near the bus station.

Flosarska zbirka is also and above all a small local museum dedicated to the Savinja River and the flow of wood, but also has tourist information.

It is a rocky needle on the left 4 km upstream from Luče with an intermittent and fluctuating source. Water appears every 10 to 20 minutes. This natural site is particularly famous in Slovenia and throughout the former Yugoslavia. A hundred years ago, climbing it was the only way to get to Luce from Solcava. One admires the courage of the few intrepid climbers who have overcome this extreme difficulty, which is still some 40 m high.

The museum is housed in the former Altenburg castle dating from the th century, the former possession of the counts of Celje, who also houses the music school today. The museum highlights the importance of wood-related activities in the valley, especially wood flotation, carpenters'work… During the visit, the scents of wood and sawdust are present at any time. A pretty little museum ideally located opposite the local wood company.

The farm has horses and walks are therefore possible.

This farm is located close to 1 000 m above sea level, 7 km north-west of Zreče, overlooking the Dravinja valley.

The monastery was built on the slope at the end of the valley. The construction was commissioned by Hans Tattenbach in 1550. In 1663, the castle was transformed into a monastery for the monks of the order of St. Paul of Lepoglava from Croatia. In the last decades, the monastery was run by the Friars Minor. The monks were engaged in medicine and pharmacy and like many other orders, also in agriculture and viticulture. The medicinal herb garden can be admired here.

Housed in a bourgeois villa in the town centre, the National Liberation Museum offers visitors a glimpse of the Maribor of the Second World War through a collection of archival objects. We discover or rediscover the different stages through which the population of north-eastern Slovenia went: Nazi occupation, Germanisation of the population, organisation of the resistance from 1941 to the end of the war. Very informative and well documented.

Ajdovska Cave is an ancient prehistoric site where archaeologists have found many objects of daily life dating back to the Bronze Age. It allowed its inhabitants to protect themselves from external dangers. The cave has undergone several human occupations over the centuries, serving as a food reserve during periods of famine or harsh winters. It continues to provide essential shelter for the large local bat population.

Nature lovers are attracted to the Logar Valley because of its unspoilt environment and many natural attractions. This unique valley was declared a landscape park in 1987. It contains more than 43 natural wonders, and the perimeter of the park includes Natura 2000 areas and other areas of important ecological character. The Logar Valley Trail will take you through many places of interest such as waterfalls, viewpoints and ethnographic sites.

Without falling into excessive exploitation, endangered medicinal plants grow inside a garden in their natural habitat. Visitors need to be aware of their benefits, but most importantly, they need to see how easy it is to grow them in their vegetable gardens. That is why a botanical garden with nearly 200 species of medicinal plants with descriptions of their virtues and properties is being established.

On the second floor of the south tower of the monastery there is a smaller room, formerly called "the bishop's room". The priests of old used it mainly as a lounge for distinguished guests. In this room lived the bishop (writer, poet, lawyer, educator, counsellor) Anton Martin Slomšek when he came to visit the high priest benefactor Prašnikarju. The Friars Minor renamed this room Bláženi Anton Martin Slomšek and arranged it for small events such as weddings and seminars.

A walk of about 1 km through the woods to the sound of nearby streams and birdsong. Discover the heroes of Slovenian and international fairy tales such as Kekec, Bedanec, Martin Krpan, Snow White, Fifi Brindacier, Little Red Riding Hood... witches and other fantasies... a nice visit in an outdoor gallery of world memories, but also in the centenary family museum Korenček. An educational adventure for young and old, with nature being the best teacher. To be preferred in good weather!

One of the easternmost parts of the Slovenian pre-alpine massif. It is also a major ski area, less than 10 km from the centre of Maribor. A large number of sports activities are practiced here, such as mountain biking, snow sports, hiking and snowshoeing. Here, nature becomes a playground that should be treated with great respect. The resort of Mariborsko Pohorje is known all over the world for organizing the famous international women's slalom race, the Golden Fox.

It can be reached by a forest road after crossing the Savinja from the city centre. There is also a road to get there on days when the sky is not very nice. Built in 2015, this impressive hut perched in the middle of the forest was built with local wood. There is absolute calm, nature takes back its rights only a few hundred meters from the city. The architectural achievement is spectacular. Educational, scientific and cultural workshops take place there throughout the year.

Castle built at the very beginning of the 14th century on a small hill that gives a nice view of the green region of Slovenj Gradec. In Gothic style, it briefly belonged to the Habsburgs before passing into the hands of owners who were less and less scrupulous about its upkeep. Today there is still a conglomeration of stones that looks a certain way. From the ruins you can observe the reign of nature in Slovenia with a 360-degree panorama.

Has a lot of information on cultural and natural sites to discover in the city and its surroundings. The agents are good counsellors and will provide you with ideas for thematic routes according to your desires. They will also inform you about local festive events and the availability of accommodation and food on site. Bicycle rental service, sale of postcards and brochures in many languages, some in French.

The online travel guide recommends visiting the Tourist Office in Ljutomer, Slovenia, for reliable information on the city and its surroundings. Local professionals will be able to provide detailed information on attractions, accommodation and events in the area, to ensure a pleasant stay in Slovenia.

Great welcome in this very contemporary tourist office which plays a lot on interactivity. The major natural and cultural sites are presented with passion by a very well trained staff. Many brochures and maps are available and accessible to tourists, including several documents translated into French. If you are looking for accommodation or good places to eat, you are also in the right place!

Has a lot of information on cultural and natural sites to discover in the city and its surroundings. The agents are good counsellors and will provide you with a multitude of itineraries according to your wishes. They will also inform you about local festive events and the availability of accommodation and food on site. Bicycle rental service on site, sale of postcards and brochures in many languages, some in French.

This museum is a condensation of all the specifics of Rogaška Slatina by the presence of five permanent exhibitions on the topics of glass making, local history and cultural life, thermal water, lithographic archives, as well as a collection on the Karađorđević dynasty that ruled in Yugoslavia from the end of the 19th century until 1941. Despite this diversity, the exhibition rooms are small and will not keep you busy for more than an hour. The reception is available for further explanation if needed.

Ten kilometers east of Ptuj. The main building was baroque in 1700. It was commissioned by the Sauer and Attems families. Around 1740, it underwent a second transformation, again in the Baroque style. A formal garden completes this masterpiece. Superb trompe-l'oeil in the main hall. At the time, the park was the largest in Slovenia, stretching over 1.5 km. Today, the manor houses a psychiatric care center.

Built in the ^12th century as a fortification on the hill overlooking the Lendava River, close to the contemporary border with Hungary, and listed as one of the region's most important historical monuments, it has been completely restored and rebuilt several times over the past centuries. It is first mentioned in the archives in 1192 as the property of the noble Hungarian Bánffy family, and was their property until the ^mid-17th century, which explains the origin of the name of the street where the castle stands.

It was here that the famous UN-sponsored international plastic arts exhibitions were held in 1966, 1975, 1979, 1985 and 1991. The first floor features a collection of African art. On the second floor, the focus is on works by local sculptor Franc Bernecker and painter Jože Tisnikar. In the gallery's atrium, Guillaume Apollinaire is seen by Ossip Zadkine. Contemporary art is on show in all its forms. Enlightened art-lovers find their way in. For the uninitiated, the risk of coldness is great.

From the th century, he hosts the museum. With a court with arcades, it has been under this aspect since 1885.

Offers multilingual guides at your disposal for a few hours. Otherwise, brochures, maps, additional documentation on the Koroška are available... The reception is very friendly and the agents will give you the best advice and information about accommodation - many tourist farms -, restaurants and cultural and sports activities to do in the region. Souvenirs and gadgets for sale on site.

It complements the work of Janez de Loka, founder of the hospice in 1417, and has Gothic frescoes representing 27 scenes of Passion (1450).

What could be more normal that the birthplace of the composer Hugo Wolf became the seat of the music school! Born in 1860, the musician made the town proud by freely drawing inspiration from Schubert's work and proposing an innovative style, the lied. The house where the artist was born is worth seeing for its beautiful conservation but also for the beauty it exudes. Wolf's collection of objects that have belonged to him is quite modest and may disappoint.

Grez Castle was destroyed by Hungarian armies in the th century. The belfry of the St. Pancras Church, built in the th century, was part of the castle. The murals are by Anton Lerchinger. Near the church is a baroque cross road.

It was transformed into a city hall.

A building that does not go unnoticed with its red brick alignments. In a more symbolic way, it characterizes the entry into the pedestrian space of the city. The basilica has the peculiarity of being composed of three different naves. Built at the very end of the 19th century on the site of the former Viennese monastery, it is the work of the Austrian architect Richard Jordan. The interior is more classical and typical of Franciscan churches.

Dedicated to the Baptist of Christ, this cathedral has known all the great artistic periods, becoming in turn Romanesque, Gothic and then Baroque. Inside is the tombstone of Anton Martin Slomšek (1800-1862), the first Slovene to be declared a saint by the Vatican, celebrated as the spiritual hero of the nation. He was beatified in 1999 by Pope John Paul II during his visit to Maribor: stained glass windows recall this extraordinary event.

This small tourist office has been recently renovated. The friendly, knowledgeable staff can suggest a number of themed itineraries for the region. A multitude of brochures are available on site, providing information on the must-see places to visit. These are mainly in English and Hungarian, due to the region's proximity to the Hungarian border. The website is also very comprehensive.

Velenje Castle (Wöllan) was built in the 13th century. The interior of a 1930s inn has also been reconstructed with period furniture. The museum presents an ethnological collection of Southern Africa as well as batiks. Impressionist painting, collection of baroque religious art before ending the visit with a prehistoric elephant discovered in the neighbourhood of Velenje in 1964. The bones are in the display cases. An exhibition is also devoted to the Šaleška Valley during World War II.