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ROUTE 7: THE VIEWS OF SLOVENSKE GORICE

A moderately difficult route across Mestni Vrh and Slovenske Gorice.

TOP ATTRACTIONS ON THE ROUTE

• Ptuj Castle
• Gomila on Mestni Vrh
• Maister’s viewing tower
• Holy Trinity Church
• Lake Gradiška

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ATTRACTIONS ON THE ROUTE

• TIC Ptuj: Tourist information, publications and souvenirs in the center of the Old Town
• Ptuj Ring: A ring that will frame your unforgettable photo memory. The most stunning view of the medieval Ptuj.
• Ptuj Castle: One of the most magnificent castles in Slovenia that houses exceptional collections of the Ptuj – Ormož Regional Museum.
• Panorama archaeological site: An archaeological site with abundant remains of Roman Poetovio, which now serves as the town’s promenade.
• Poetovio Roman Camp: A unique depiction of life in historic Poetovio, with replicas of a Roman house, a theatre and a brick kiln.
• Gomila scenic viewpoint: Stunning, unobstructed views of Slovenia’s oldest town, Haloze vineyards and Pohorje forests
• Maister’s viewing tower: Maister’s Tower stands on a ridge above the Pesnica valley in Slovenske Gorice. It is named after the poet and general Rudolf Maister. The tower offers magnificent views.
• Rudolf Maister’s memorial room in Zavrh
• Holy Trinity Church: The Church of the Holy Trinity, from which the village takes its name, is perched on a hill surrounded by meadows and trees. Its three bell towers greet locals and travelers from afar.
• Lake Gradiška: Lake Gradiška is located near the pilgrimage Church of Holy Trinity and the monastery, and is famous for its healing points. A 3-km footpath runs around the lake.