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Where to enjoy the most beautiful views in historical towns?

Catch the most beautiful view of historical towns from the scenic viewpoints that you will find in the town centres themselves or just a step away.  

Views that will make you say "wow" 

Do you want to take the best photo of the town and its surroundings or simply enjoy the magnificent view? Find the most beautiful scenic viewpoints that are nearby. Climb church bell towers, medieval towers or the viewing platforms of castles in towns. If you would like to combine pleasure with exercise, you can climb the hills that rise just above the town’s streets.

Discover the secrets of historical towns

Architectural scenic viewpoints in towns

In their centres, historical towns feature many buildings that have long served as good viewpoints of the surroundings. Church bell towers, walls and defensive towers, as well as modern tall buildings and viewing platforms are excellent points from where your view can capture the entire town and its surroundings.

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Celje Castle

Celje Castle

This mighty fortress of the influential noble family of the Counts of Celje is a popular spot for enjoying the views of the Celje Basin and is the venue of many summer events and experiences that take you back to the past.

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Mali Grad, Kamnik

Mali Grad, Kamnik

Locals call this small castle on the town hill the "balcony of Kamnik". You can climb up to it straight from the town centre. It is home to the legend of Veronika of Kamnik and with the view from the castle you can capture both the town and the nearby...

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Water Tower, Brežice

Water Tower, Brežice

As you stroll around Brežice, the water tower that used to take care of local water supply, and today is one of the best scenic viewpoints in the town, will certainly draw your attention.

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Piran Wall

Piran Wall

Take the charming narrow streets of Piran to climb up to Piran Wall, from where you will be rewarded with a beautiful view of the town that was built on salt. This veduta is one of the most popular motifs for photographs.

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Radovljica viewing platform

Radovljica viewing platform

As you stroll around the old centre of Radovljica, pause at the viewing platform on the edge of Linhart Square and enjoy the view of Sava River valley and the mighty peaks of the Julian Alps, including Triglav.

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Žužemberk Castle

Žužemberk Castle

On the rocky cliff above the town of Žužemberk stands this mighty castle, offering a beautiful view of the town and its surroundings, including Krka River. The castle is the centre of local cultural life, especially in the summer.

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Ptuj City Tower

Ptuj City Tower

This tower, which reaches 54 metres above the old city centre of Ptuj, boasts an impressive view of the city, the Drava River and the surrounding hills. But the tower is more than just a vantage point; it offers a remarkable journey through history.

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Kapitelj viewing platform, Novo mesto

Kapitelj viewing platform, Novo mesto

Ascend the staircase of the 53-metre high belfry of the Cathedral of St Nicholas in Novo mesto and enjoy the panoramic view of the old city centre, the stunning meander of the Krka River and the nearby vine-growing hills.

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The most beautiful views are well worth of the effort

When visiting Slovenian towns and looking for the most beautiful panoramas, anyone who cares not only about the destination, but also the journey, can choose a path that requires a little bit more effort. In some places, after enjoying a coffee in the town centre, you can treat yourself to some more action and climb the nearest hills that can be reached on foot.

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Idrija "Raufnk"

Idrija "Raufnk"

At the time when mercury ore was still being burned in Idrija, a 158-metre tall chimney, or "raufnk", was erected above the town. Today, only the remains of the chimney testify to these times, but they are worth visiting because of the beautiful view...

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Old castle on Konjiška Gora

Old castle on Konjiška Gora

From the neatly landscaped old centre of Slovenske Konjice, you can stroll to the ruins of Konjice Castle above the town, where you can enjoy the beautiful views of Drava Valley, the vineyards of Škale and the green Pohorje Hills from a viewing platform....

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Hribec above Škofja Loka

Hribec above Škofja Loka

A short climb to Hribec, which rises above Puštal, takes you past the chapels of the Way of the Cross to the Church of St. Cross. A view of Puštal and Škofja Loka with Loka Castle opens up from there. Lubnik with the surrounding hills and the Ratitovec...

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Kamnek, Tržič

Kamnek, Tržič

The hill above Tržič that can be reached from the old town centre offers a magnificent view of the town and Lom Valley as well as the surrounding peaks of the Karawanks and Kamnik-Savinja Alps.

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Rifnik, Šentjur

Rifnik, Šentjur

If you want to get experience of the most beautiful views of Šentjur, it is well worth climbing the 568-metre high Rifnik Hill, which can be accessed by several easy paths. There is an archaeological park there with exhibits that are approximately 6,000...

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Scenic trail, Jesenice

Scenic trail, Jesenice

If you want to experience the best view of Jesenice and do not want to stray too far away from the streets, take the scenic trail from Ukova swimming pool to the Church of St. Lenart It is just a thirty-minute walk.

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Veselica, Metlika

Veselica, Metlika

Did you know that the people of Metlika have a party (veselica) every day? Veselica is the name of a 233-metre high hill above the town, which is a popular scenic viewpoint both for locals and visitors.

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Rahtel, Slovenj Gradec

Rahtel, Slovenj Gradec

A circular educational forest trail will take you from Slovenj Gradec to the top of the 667-metre high Rahtel. At the top, you can enjoy the view of Mislinja Valley and the Pohorje Hills and treat yourself to goodies from the local inn.

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Griček in Črnomelj

Griček in Črnomelj

If you are in Črnomelj and want to enjoy a good view of the town and the surroundings vineyards, it is well worth visiting Griček. This hill above the town with rich history is a popular scenic viewpoint where you can catch the most beautiful view of...

View from a boat, Kostanjevica na Krki

View from a boat, Kostanjevica na Krki

One of the most beautiful views in Kostanjevica na Krki is certainly the view from a boat of the peaceful, green Krka and serene landscape. You can also treat yourself to a picnic while observing the town from the riverside.

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Mt Grmada, Krško

Mt Grmada, Krško

If you want to relish the most glorious view of Krško and its green surroundings, ascend the 488-metre high Mt Grmada. There’s a mountain lodge on the top where you can regain lost strength and recharge your batteries with good food.

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The Church of St Anne, Ribnica

The Church of St Anne, Ribnica

The Church of St Anne, dating from the 16th century, is situated on a marvellous viewpoint of the Mala gora mountain ridge on the edge of a forest at an altitude of 920 metres. Its scenic views attract hikers and mountaineers alike.

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The bench of love at Mt Smuk, Semič

The bench of love at Mt Smuk, Semič

When in Semič, venture up the 547-metre high Mt Smuk and take in the stunning views. Along the way, you can rest on the bench of love and enjoy the view of the old market centre of Semič.

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Mt Šteharski vrh, Ravne na Koroškem

Mt Šteharski vrh, Ravne na Koroškem

Only a short walk from the town, you’ll find yourself on a mountain trail to the 1,018-metre high Mt Šteharski vrh. Leaving the town streets behind, you’ll quickly reach meadows and forests. After an hour and a half, you’ll get to the top and be able...

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Observation towers: When the world is in the palm of your hand

What’s more satisfying than to look at the world from a bird’s perspective and appreciate the panoramic views of the landscape below? To enjoy beautiful vistas from above, ascend the observation towers that are found throughout Slovenia. Up there, the world will be in the palm of your hand and you don’t even need to invest much effort and energy to reach those heights.

See the landscape from a bird’s perspective

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