Ptuj is an old town of new experiences. The castle above the town with the oldest wine cellars dominates over the streets with one of the most colourful carnivals in the world and the Kurenti masks, the exceptional character of which has also been recognised by UNESCO. The Terme Ptuj Spa is nearby.
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Ptuj is a true experience of history. Learn about it on guided tours, and don’t miss the interesting events that will bring history closer to you. The town is surrounded by a wine-growing landscape worth exploring and worth tasting its greatest treasure – a number of great white wines.
Visit the oldest wine cellar in Slovenia, which has stored the best wine from the Haloze Hills and the Slovenske Gorice Hills for 700 years. Join a guided tour of the Ptuj Wine Cellar to taste the best vintages. At the wine archive, you will see the treasures of this cellar, such as the oldest Slovenian vintage from 1917 – the Golden Vine, and the largest wooden barrel, which can store more than 22,115 litres of wine.
MoreVisit the oldest wine cellar in Slovenia, which has stored the best wine from the Haloze Hills and the Slovenske Gorice Hills for 700 years. Join a guided tour of the Ptuj Wine Cellar to taste the best vintages. At the wine archive, you will see the treasures of this cellar, such as the oldest Slovenian vintage from 1917 – the Golden Vine, and the largest wooden barrel, which can store more than 22,115 litres of wine.
MoreIn addition to the Ptuj Wine Cellar, you can also taste the wines of Ptuj and its surrounding area at the Osterberger Wine Cellar and the Kobal Wine Bar. In Ptuj, wine intertwines excellently with poetry, which can be experienced at the Days of Poetry and Wine, and don’t miss the Salon Sauvignon festival either. Enjoy some relaxing moments in town cafés, such as Kipert with its house coffee brand or Muzikafe, where there is a book exchange programme.
MoreJoin a thematic guided tour group and travel back in time to the majestic Roman city of Poetoviona, first mentioned in records 1,950 years ago. Its remnants can be seen at every step. The Orpheus Monument and the Povoden Museum situated in the idyllic Slovenski trg square, the Panorama (the open-air archaelogical museum) and shrines dedicated to Mithras, the god of sun and light. To make your experience complete, visit the encampment during the Roman Games to enjoy a delicious dinner and Mulsum, an ancient Roman mixture of wine and honey.
MoreWhen winter says goodbye and spring is on the doorstep, the streets of Ptuj transform into a true carnival town. Pust (Shrovetide) time is known for numerous events, culminating in the traditional ethnographic parade ruled by the Kurenti. Also learn about them by touring the ethnographic collection at Ptuj Castle and by visiting Kurent mask workshops.
MoreEven though Ptuj is Slovenia’s oldest town, it has a young heart. Feel its pulse by visiting the Art Stays festival of modern art. Visit the Ptuj City Gallery and see colourful graffiti in the old town centre. Have a coffee under the Orpheus Monument and try local beer varieties at the Bodi Café. Satisfy your shopping needs at fashionable boutiques in the old town centre.
MoreLearn about the picturesque Ptuj countryside and explore the brinks of Slovenia's most extensive rolling hill landscape, the Slovenske Gorice Hills. The Ptuj Hiking Trail begins just a stone’s throw from the town centre, and it takes you through an idyllic landscape of rolling hills with vineyards and orchards. On this trail, you can try excellent local white wines and other culinary specialities.
MoreLearn about the picturesque Ptuj countryside and explore the brinks of Slovenia's most extensive rolling hill landscape, the Slovenske Gorice Hills. The Ptuj Hiking Trail begins just a stone’s throw from the town centre, and it takes you through an idyllic landscape of rolling hills with vineyards and orchards. On this trail, you can try excellent local white wines and other culinary specialities.
MoreWalking or cycling on the gentle hills of Haloze on the right bank of the River Drava is a special experience, as travellers can only rarely have such a broad selection of trails. These trails take you amongst small hills and valleys and provide you with exquisite panoramic views of landscape covered in vineyards, old orchards, and forests. If you wish to experience a truly wonderful view of the Haloze Hills, Ptuj, and the Pohorje Hills, climb up to the Church of St Anna.
MoreAscend to the Ptuj Castle and let yourself be enchanted by the view it offers, its rich museum collections and its immense wine cellar where you can raise a toast with your loved ones in a gigantic barrel that can hold 40,000 litres of wine. Those who are more courageous are invited to indulge in a wine tasting in the dark that takes place in a mysterious tunnel under the castle. The pitch black atmosphere of the tunnel makes one feel the wine, not only taste it.
MoreTreat yourself to a relaxing stay at the Terme Ptuj Spa. The Flavia World of Saunas and Imperium Wellness await you at the Valens Augusta Wellness Centre, where they will see to your regeneration and youthful appearance. Listen to your body and be re-energised at the Fortuna Park with the Pinwheel of Health, or have a relaxing walk at the former temple of the god Mithras.
MoreTreat yourself to a relaxing stay at the Terme Ptuj Spa. The Flavia World of Saunas and Imperium Wellness await you at the Valens Augusta Wellness Centre, where they will see to your regeneration and youthful appearance. Listen to your body and be re-energised at the Fortuna Park with the Pinwheel of Health, or have a relaxing walk at the former temple of the god Mithras.
MoreIn the oldest Slovenian town, in the midst of invigorating thermal springs and wine-growing hills, take some time for yourself, give your body the gift of divine indulgence and taste the fullness of life as the ancient Romans once did. Treat yourself to a brief weekend getaway and discover the secret to living harmoniously in your own unique way.
MoreIt is no coincidence that the most beautiful view of the town opens up from the bridge over the Drava. The mighty river flows underneath it, offering a number of spots to relax and experience the great outdoors, whether on a romantic walk along the Drava, observing a colourful variety of birds at Lake Ptuj, or soaking up the sun on Ptuj’s very own beach. A green haven from the summer heat can be found in the town park, while the colourful shades of autumn are displayed in their full glory in the town vineyard.
MoreThe door-to-door rounds of the Kurenti have been inscribed on the UNESCO List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The door-to-door rounds of the Kurenti have been inscribed on the UNESCO List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Environmentally friendly transport around Ptuj's town centre is provided by the Zapeljivec (Seducer) electric vehicle and a free town bus.
In the summer, you can rent city bikes at the Ptuj Tourist Information Centre for free.
Lake Ptuj is the largest Slovenian permanent lake, on the shores of which more than 230 species of birds nest. They also include endangered and rare species.
Haloze layer cake (gibanica)
The Haloze layer cake or gibanica is a traditional cake made of leavened dough, topped with skuta curd cheese, egg yolks, and sour cream. Originally, it was made in a wood-burning oven. It is best right after it is baked, and it goes great with world-class white wines from Ptuj.
A parade with a presentation of ethnographic characters is a true feast for the eyes. In addition to the well-known Kurenti, the streets and squares are occupied by numerous traditional Shrovetide characters, such as kopjaši (spearsmen), cigani (gypsies), orači (ploughmen), rusas, piceki (cockerels), and bears (medvedi).
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Visit some other interesting places in the vicinity too. You can follow the River Drava upstream and you will reach Maribor, a city 30 km away, known for having the oldest grapevine in the world. Enjoy some thermal pampering at one of the many spas in Pomurje, located 60 km from Ptuj. This is also the distance to another historical town, Celje, which is connected to Ptuj by its archaeological heritage of the ancient Romans. Also, don't miss the Old Castle. Make sure to also visit Rogaška Slatina, located 43 km from Ptuj. There, you can enjoy thermal water, drink a glass of the therapeutic mineral water Donat Mg, and admire world-class crystal masterpieces.
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