Identity summary
2 to 4 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Heritage · River · Countryside
Variable accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Maribor et Ptuj
Two towns in eastern Slovenia between Drave, old vines, Ptuj castle, wine hills and wooded reliefs of Pohorje.
The discovery of Maribor and Ptuj revolves around Maribor, Ptuj and Pohorje. The stay thus alternates between urban life, heritage, riverscapes and the countryside, which gives a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 2 to 4 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: interest more discreet than Ljubljana and short stay. A car is usually the easiest way to connect different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be checked step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Maribor
- Ptuj
- Pohorje
Before you choose
- Interest more discreet than Ljubljana
- Useful car outside cities
- Short stay
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
River town
Maribor
Maribor The town also serves as a gateway to the wine-growing hills and Pohorje, which gives it a pleasant balance between urbanity and nature. The town is located in the centre of the village of Ljubljana.
Historical city
Ptuj
Ptuj is one of the oldest cities in Slovenia, dominated by its castle and placed above the Drave. The compact centre, red roofs and views from the heights make up a legible heritage stage without asking for a long stay.
Mountain and forest
Pohorje
The Pohorje brings to Maribor A very close wooded mountain, used for skiing, hiking, cycling and panoramas. The relief remains accessible, but it changes the tone of the stay by opening the eastern Slovenian towards the forest and the altitude.
Practical tips
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