Contents 10 Kranjska Gora 14 Bovec 16 Kanin 20 Škofja Loka
Project Manager Goran Mladenovic (goran.mladenovic@sloveniatimes.net); Design & Layout by Maja Kaplan (design@domus.si); Translations Grah Prevodi
22 Stari Vrh 26 Golte 28 Slovenj Gradec 30 Kope 31 Ribniško Pohorje 32 Mariborsko Pohorje 36 Maribor Pohorje 38 Ptuj 44 Ljubljana
The Winning Formula The popularity of skiing among Slovenes is a logical consequence of their homeland’s natural conditions. The country boasts a number of hills and mountains and many ski slopes. And while none of Slovenia’s ski slopes could really be described as large there are many charming elements that can only be found at the sort of small and mid-sized resorts found here. Small hotels and cottages definitely win over large depersonalised lodging complexes where you literally get lost. Slovenia is a boutique country, and its skiing tourism follows that tradition. The country has never been ready to welcome a mass number of skiers – and nor does it aim to. Such a move would in any case be unsustainable. The environmental sensitivity of the small Slovenian world above 2000 metres has already sparked conflicts between winter tourism entrepreneurs and those who put respect for the virgin alpine nature above all else. For now, the most beautiful places to ski are available only for those who walk there while carrying skis on their back. Ski touring is alive and well in Slovenia. The “old” Slovenian winter tourism was focused on a domestic working class and offered skiing with simple lodging and food rather than cuisine. The current type of tourism, evolved over the past two decades, offers everything for everyone. As well as a wide variety of additional entertainment for skiers, Slovenia now has high-end hotels and cuisine alongside the more basic traditional accommodation. Those working in Slovenian winter tourism are well aware that they have a winning combination: skiing, wellness, good food and attractive side activities. To sum up, the formula of skiing in Slovenia goes like this: glorious surroundings, an array of activities and facilities, and a number of little pleasures that can only be found at smaller and medium sized resorts. What more could anyone looking for a dream winter break ask for? Jaka Terpinc, editor (editor@sloveniatimes.com)
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Črna na Koroškem
JESENICE
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Bled Bovec
Brezje
Bohinjska Bistrica
Tržič
Naklo
Kobarid
Železniki
Kamniška Bistrica
Mozirje
Preddvor Brdo
KRANJ
Kamnik
Tolmin
ŠKOFJA LOKA
Cerkno
Ljubno ob Savinji
Vodice
Mengeš
TRBO
Zagorje ob Savi
DOMŽALE Žiri
Deskle
LJUBLJANA
Litija
Idrija
NOVA GORICA
Vrhnika Ajdovščina
Grosuplje
Logatec
Borovnica
Stična Ivančna Gorica
Vipava Štanjel
Žužemberk
Cerknica
Postojna
Ribnica
Sežana Lipica
Pivka Škocjan
Ankaran/Ancarano
Ilirska Bistrica
KOPER/CAPODISTRIA Izola/Isola
Piran/Pirano Portorož/Portorose
Kočevje
Osilnica Kostel Hrastovlje
Grad
Moravske Toplice
Šentilj v Slov. goricah Radlje ob Dravi
PTUJ
Topolšica
oštanj
Zreče
VELENJE
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Ljutomer
Dornava
Ormož
Središče ob Dravi
Pragersko
Poljčane
Slovenske Konjice
Žalec
OVLJE
Slovenska Bistrica
Dobrna
Polzela
Lendava/ Lendva
Lenart v Slov. goricah
Mislinja
Dobrovnik/ Dobronak
Beltinci
MARIBOR
Lovrenc na Pohorju
Slovenj Gradec
MURSKA SOBOTA
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Ravne na Koroškem
Gornja Radgona
Rogaška Slatina
Rogatec
CELJE Podčetrtek
Laško
Hrastnik
Rimske Toplice Radeče
Podsreda Sevnica Brestanica
Šentrupert
Krško Brežice
Trebnje Šmarješke Toplice
NOVO MESTO
Šentjernej
Otočec
Dolenjske Toplice
Čatež
Slovenia in brief AREA: 20,273 km2 POPULATION: 2,019,406 (as of 30 June 2007) CAPITAL CITY: Ljubljana LANGUAGE: Slovenian, also Italian, German and Hungarian in nationally mixed areas CURRENCY: Euro PHONE DIAL CODE: +386 TIME ZONE: GMT/UTC+1
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LARGEST TOWNS: Ljubljana, Maribor, Kranj, Celje
Easygoing Slovenia Airports
Railway Station
Aerodrom Ljubljana, d.d. Zg. Brnik 130a, 4210 Brnik-aerodrom Passenger information: T: +386 (0)4 20 61 981
The majority of trips within Slovenia start from the capital, Ljubljana. The railway station is the hub and there are regular train connections with all major towns in Slovenia.
Photo: Slovenske Železnice
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, is the largest airport in Slovenia, 20 km north of the capital. Ljubljana is served by 13 airlines with 30 destinations throughout Europe.
Slovenske železnice
T: +386 (0)4 20 61 000 info@lju-airport.si
Maribor Airport Edvarda Rusjana is the second largest international airport. Aerodrom Maribor d.o.o. Letališka cesta 10, 2312 Orehova vas Passenger information: +386 (0)2 629 17 90 www.maribor-airport.si
Kolodvorska 11, 1506 Ljubljana, T: +386 (0)1 29 13 332, www.slo-zeleznice.si/en Answering machine (Outside working hours): 090 93 98 01 Maribor Railway Station T: +386 (0)2 29 22 164 Celje Railway Station T: +386 (0)3 29 33 156
Portorož Airport is the third largest international airport, mainly used for private flights.
Koper Railway Station T: +386 (0)5 29 64 158
Aerodrom Portorož 6333 Sečovlje T: +386 (0)5 617 51 40 www.portoroz-airport.si
Bus The wide network of bus stations and stops throughout the country makes travelling by bus easy and convenient. The hub is Ljubljana, from where it is possible to reach almost any part of the country within a couple of hours.
Air Carrier Adria Airways Kuzmičeva 7, 1000 Ljubljana Reservations and information: +386 (0)1 369 10 10 Toll-free number: 080 13 00 www.adria-airways.com
Avtobusna Postaja Ljubljana, d.d. Trg OF 4, 1000 Ljubljana T: +386 (0)1 234 46 00 Call centre: 090 93 42 30 www.ap-ljubljana.si
Rent-a-car
Maribor Bus Station Mlinska ulica 1, 2000 Maribor T: +386 (0)2 235 02 12, Toll-free informations: 080 11 16
Vignettes
Photo: Revoz
The best way to see the country is by car, especially if you want to visit the more remote mountainous regions. Cars can be rented from agencies at Ljubljana Airport and from tourist agents in town.
One-track vehicles
Two-track vehicles
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Roads during winter Certain areas in Slovenia experience more severe winters, with temperatures reaching below zero and the occurrence of avalanches. Heavy snowstorms can obstruct traffic, but usually only for short periods. Within a day or two, the conditions on roads usually normalise, especially due to well-organised snow service. However, with sufficient winter equipment, generally all roads are driveable, even in snowy conditions, except the highest Slovenian mountain pass Vršič (1,611m), which can be closed due to the danger of avalanches. All information regarding road and traffic conditions: + 386 (0)1 418 85 18 Note: Required car equipment From 15th November to 15th March and/or during winter weather conditions, private cars and vehicles up to 3.5t must have winter equipment – winter tyres on all four wheels or summer tyres with snow chains in the car boot. In both cases, the minimum tyre tread depth must be at least 3mm. Vehicles over 3.5t must have winter tyres at least on the drive wheels or summer tyres on all four wheels with snow chains in the car boot.
Say it in Slovene Good day/Hello Dober dan. [doh-burr dan]
My name is ... Jaz sem ... [yas semm ...]
Goodbye. Nasvidenje. [nas-vee-deh-nye]
Where are you from? Od kod ste? [od kot steh?]
Please. Prosim. [pro-seem] Thank you. Hvala. [hva-la] Yes – No Da – Ne [da – ne] Excuse me. Dovolite mi, prosim. [do-vo-lee-teh mee, pro-seem] Sorry. Oprostite. [o-pro-stee-teh] What’s your name? Kako vam je ime? [ka-ko vam ye ee-meh?]
I’m from ... Sem iz ... [semm eez ...] Where is ...? Kje je ...? [kye yeah ...?] How much is it ...? Koliko stane ...? [ko-lee-ko stah-ne ...?] Do you speak English? Govorite angleško? [go-vo-ree-teh an-glesh-ko?] I (don’t) understand. (Ne) razumem. [(ne) ra-zoo-mem] How do you say ... ? Kako se reče? [ka-ko seh reh-che]
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Kranjska Gora 85 km
Ljubljana
Kranjska Gora
A Ski Resort with Glorious Tradition Legendary Ropeways The ropeway network covers ski slopes in Kranjska Gora, Gozd Martuljek, the Vitranc’s hillsides (Podkoren 1 and Podkoren 2) and Planica – a total of 13 ski lifts, 4 fourperson chairlifts, 1 single chair and 1 double chair. Moreover, Žičnice Kranjska Gora also invite you to night skiing on the Dolenčev Rut four-person chairlift in Kranjska Gora. At weekends, a ski run for the youngest skiers is opened at the Mojca ski lift.
RTC Žičnice Kranjska Gora Borovška 103, Kranjska Gora Phone: +386 (0)4 580 94 00 info@kr-gora.si www.kr-gora.si
Kranjskogorske žičnice (Kranjska gora Ropeways) is a ropeway operator with the longest tradition in Slovenia. The majority of reasons for selecting this location still apply today: A proximity of border crossings with Austria and Italy, an altitude enabling easy access, excellent grounds for big international slalom and giant slalom races (the Vitranc World Cup), long-standing skiing tradition, and last but not least, easy and gentle slopes for beginning and mediocre skiers.
Info Altitude: 810 - 1.295 m Area: 30 ha Total tracks length: experts: 2 km medium: 8 km easy: 10 km Capacity: 21.400 skiers/h
Family Paradise A new acquisition of the season is a free children conveyor belt operating at the Kolovrat ski lift in Podkoren. Needless to say, car parks are provided as well as a wide choice of ski schools and ski equipment rental. Kranjska Gora is a ski resort for families and beginning skiers. In this winter season, we host the 50th Vitranc Cup. Warmly welcome!
Making Children Merry Our offer is attracting an ever-growing number of ski enthusiasts. The offer comprises a winter children’s playground, indoor babysitting, a new snow park, which is the one and only in Slovenia for night snowboarding, and a winter sledge track.
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Ski School Snowboard Park Cross Country Tracks Snow Kindergarten Sledging Childrens Park Night Skiing Artificial Snow Ski Rental Ice Skating
Hit Alpinea Družba za turizem d.d., Borovška cesta 99, 4280 Kranjska Gora
Path to pleasurable adventures
*prices for ‘season II’ (2 Jan-27 Feb, 7-13 Mar)
www.hotelklass.si, www.hotelklass.com, recepcija@hotelklass.si, Tel.: +386 (0)40 535 833
Eight days package (six nights plus one gratis) Apartment (4+1 people): 913* EUR Suite apartment (4+2 people): 989* EUR Prices are per apartment, including free shuttle bus to the slopes, one visit to the hotel sauna, free internet and a welcome drink.
Recreation in th e Heart of Nature!
Photo: Archive LTO Bovec, Romeo Črnuta
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Bovec
Winter in the Valleys of Inspiration For all of you who love active holidays far away from the hustle and bustle of big cities, Bovec is the right choice. Embraced by the snow-capped Julian Alps and the emerald beauty Soča, winter visitors experience the real winter here! A fairy-tale landscape, where Disney’s fairy tale The Chronicles of Narnia was shot, has lots to offer in the winter: skiing at the mountain ski resort with views of the sea, fairy-tale outings in snowshoes, building up form on cross country skies and joyful night sledging. History lovers can set out on discovering the traces of the First World War or visit the Trenta Museum in the picturesque Trenta Valley in Triglav National Park. One thing is for sure: your holidays in the Bovec region will be unforgettable!
Bovec Ljubljana 130 km
TIC Bovec Trg golobarskih žrtev 8, Bovec Phone: +386 (0)5 389 64 44 info@bovec.si www.bovec.si
History fans will not miss out on a guided tour to one of outdoor museums and numerous ruins or private collections on the life at the Soča front during the First World War. Furthermore, well worth visiting is also the Trenta Museum which houses a rich collection of ethnological heritage, cultural and historical artefacts of the Trenta Valley.
Photo: Archive LTO Bovec, BOBO
The Heritage of the First World War
Where the Winter and Summer Blend Photo: Archive LTO Bovec, Leonardo Olmi
We offer you an absolutely unique experience, the experience of blending the winter and summer. In the last years, this type of holidays has been growing in popularity. In April or early May, you can spend your morning skiing at the Kanin-Sella Nevea ski resort, and the afternoon rafting or kayaking on the emerald beauty of the River Soča. Those of you who prefer walking, a guided tour will take you along the Soča trail into the heart of Triglav National Park, the Trenta Valley, where you will see plenty of fascinating natural and cultural sights, such as the picturesque Great Soča Gorge, quaint farms, fairytale hanging bridges, the Trenta Museum as well as majestic views of the surrounding peaks!
Photo: Archive LTO Bovec, Samo Vidic
Photo: Archive LTO Bovec, Samo Vidic
Discover the Snowy Countryside Covered in thick snow, the Alpine valleys of Loška Koritnica, Zadnjica, Zapoden, Lepena or Bavšica are the best places for discovering them in the most primeval way – by walking in our ancestors’ shoes, the “snowshoes”. The crunching of snow under your feet and snow covered trees are merely a part of this fairy-tale experience lead by experienced local guides.
Cross-Country Skiing When snow covers the valleys, crosscountry skiers are delighted at the number of prepared cross-country ski trails. The trails spread over the extensive Bovec airport including Rabeljk, the surroundings of the Čezsoča village as well as the embrace of the mighty Mangrt and Jalovec mountains and the picturesque Loška stena wall, Log pod Mangrtom and Loška Koritnica, where the winter scenery will definitely bewitch you. The network of cross-country ski trails is suitable both for beginners and more demanding cross-country skiers.
An organised sledging trip takes you down a prepared sledging track on Mangrtska Road, the Trenta Valley or down Mount Kobariški (Breginjski) Stol. Joy abounds for the young and adult sledge riders, setting out on this first-rate winter adventure during the day or at night in the torchlight! And after the trip? Well, without doubt, hot tea and one of homemade Bovec delicacies will be sought after. Besides, your stomachs could definitely find enough space for čompi and cottage cheese as well as delicious, sweet Bovec doughnuts.
Events 28 – 30 Dec 4th BOFF (Bovec Outdoor Film Festival) and the Snow Sculpture Festival
31 Dec The outdoor New Year’s Eve party
1 Jan Traditional New Year trek to Lemovje
5 – 6 Mar The Carnival
25 Apr EMAUS, International Old Ski Race
Photo: Archive LTO Bovec
Photo: Archive LTO Bovec, Uroš Zagožen
Sledging
Photo: Danijel Žagar
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Kanin
Kanin 130 km
Ljubljana
ATC Kanin Dvor 43 Phone: +386 (0)5 389 63 10 info.kaninski.center@siol.net www.boveckanin.si
Above the Clouds!
The highest ski resort in Slovenia became the first cross-border ski centre in Slovenia, enabling skiing in both Italy and Slovenia. The KaninSella Nevea resort is the only high-mountain ski resort in Slovenia with the trails over 2,000 meters above sea level and the only resort where the sunny weather allows you to see all the way to the Adriatic Sea.
Bongiorno!
Photo: Aleš Fevžer
Last season finally brought a highly expected cable car connecting Kanin with Sella Nevea in Italy, a slope at lower attitude, yet with many lengthy and diverse tracks. The joint ski slope has greatly extended the skiing experience, which now offers a total of twelve lifts and 30 kilometres of skiing trails, appropriate for both beginners and experienced skiers.
Photo: Peter Fettich
Skiing in a T-shirt As the upper Soča Valley awakes from its winter hibernation, the view towards the faraway ski slope of Kanin is awash with verdant greens, rich reds and browns and, of course, pure white snowfields. This slope is a place where the season won’t end before the May holidays. In April, you can still expect very thick snow cover.
Altitude: 2.300 m Area: 70 ha Total tracks length: experts: 2 km medium: 22 km easy: 6 km Capacity: 15.000 skiers/h
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Ski School Snowboard Park Cross Country Tracks - Bovec Snow Kindergarten
Party Station
Sledging Childrens Park Photo: Damijan Žagar
Typical for the spring skiing is that as the sun reaches its peak, skiers decide for longer breaks at the “snow beach” next to the cable car’s top station. It is not difficult to give into the music, beer and the smell of herbal tea… It can easily be a prelude for the evening party time in one of the many bars and restaurants in Bovec.
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Night Skiing Artificial Snow Ski Rental Ice Skating
OASIS OF PEACE, RELAXATION AND ADRENALINE Brand new Hotel Mangart Bovec is the ideal choice for your leisure, suitable for both families and individual adventure seekers.
Hotel Mangart Bovec Mala vas 107, 5230 Bovec Tel.: 00 386 5 388 42 50 Fax: 00 386 5 388 4251 booking@hotel-mangart.com www.hotel-mangart.com
Ski Hut
with a Baked Bread Scent The Gostišče in penzion Stari vrh (Stari vrh Restaurant and Accommodation) is located in the centre of the Stari vrh ski resort, at an altitude of 1032 metres, next to the upper terminal of a six-person chairlift. From here you can enjoy marvellous views of the Karavanke and Kamniško-Savinjske Alps. This year the restaurant has been refurbished and the offer extended. Apart from the existing restaurant for up to 80 persons and 6 rooms for 25 people, we have added a winter garden with a fireplace for up to 50 persons. In the rooms downstairs, we have added new amenities for the benefit of our dearest guests. The new acquisitions are a mini fitness studio, sauna and massage bath as well as new bathrooms.
Culinary delights in our restaurant are prepared in a bread oven and on a wood-burning cooker giving our dishes a special taste. Our menu offers you various stews (enolončnice) like beef stew, game goulash, pasulj, jota and ričet, broth, roast pork steaks, medallions, steaks with garnishes, a variety of salads, house specialities and home-made sweets, such as gibanica, tiramisu, cheese and apple strudels, hot fruit parfait. Moreover, in the winter season we also make hot dogs, hamburgers, and many kinds of pizzas. You are warmly welcome to Stari vrh, where plenty of skiing and fresh air awaits you, and to the Gostišče in penzion Stari vrh, where you will eat well and gain new strength for new challenges.
Furthermore, this year the Stari vrh ski resort offers not only well-prepared ski pistes for both experienced and beginning skiers but also night sledging from the top of the six-person chairlift to its lower terminal as well as an ice-skating rink only 400 metres away from our restaurant. Gregor Štefe s.p., Zapreval 5, Poljane nad Škofjo Loko Phone: +386 (0)4 518 90 07, gostiscestarivrh@siol.net, www.gostiscestarivrh.si
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Photo: Marko Pleško
Škofja Loka
Winter Joys in the Škofja Loka Region At the confluence of the rivers Poljanska and Selška Sora is situated the thousand year old city of Škofja Loka, which is well worth visiting on a fine, crisp winter day. The beauty of the ancient city is complemented by the Selška and Poljanska Valleys still preserving the rich tradition of old customs. In the summer months, the shelter of the Škofjeloško Hills offers you endless opportunities of spending your leisure time in an active way. However, there are a large number of things to do also in the autumn and winter time. Fine autumn days are still suitable for cycling, mountain climbing or visiting the underground fortifications of the Rupnik Line. And for the winter we have prepared plenty of snow fun for you.
The Light in the Water Škofja Loka
Ljubljana
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Razvojna agencija Sora d.o.o. Local Tourist Board Kidričeva cesta 1a, Škofja Loka Phone: +386 (0)4 517 06 00 info@lto-blegos.si www.lto-blegos.si
On St. Gregory Eve, the Železniki tourism society invites you to a traditional celebration of the coming of spring called Put the Light in the Water. The purpose of this cultural and ethnological event, which takes place every year by the pond in front of Plnada, is to preserve the tradition from the iron-making times, when people wished to have a new sun and light brought by ever longer days. The youngest joyously launch their “Gregories” on the pond, wishing that the water would take away all bad things, worries and troubles of the cold days.
White December in the Old Town If lively colours prevail in Škofja Loka in the summer, the December days are gently white coloured, bringing a multitude of events as a part of the “White December”. Among other things, children can test their creativity at Saturday workshops, music fans can enjoy wonderful Škofja Loka Christmas musical performances, while others can enjoy a variety of activities in Mestni trg square at the end of December. The premier event in the square will be an outdoor New Year’s Eve party.
Meet the Oldtimers Every year the Rovtarji society organises the International Old Ski Race, which takes place on the Grajski hrib (Castle Hill) in the centre of Škofja Loka. The race’s unique location makes the Škofja Loka race the most popular and most visited race among all other similar races across Europe. You can watch the competitors as they parade the town. Then the skiers compete in different age groups in different disciplines.
Ride the Sledge For the daring, there is a new, breathtaking sledge track in the Stari Vrh ski resort, which will also offer night sledging in the torchlight. If we have a good winter, sledging will be organised also on the Mišouh sledge track in Praprotno.
Ice Climbing All of you, who also love climbing in winter, should go ice climbing in the Poljanska Valley. Weather permitting, members of the Gorenja vas caving club will take you ice climbing in Todraž, while in Žetina (on the Podrancka waterfall) you will be climbing in the company of members of the Škofja Loka climbing club. Here you can climb a naturally frozen waterfall or an artificial ice wall.
Events December The White December, Events in Škofja Loka
18 Dec The New Year’s walk along the Rupnik Line, Gorenja vas - Hlavče Njive
Saturdays in December December creative workshops for children, Škofja Loka
19 Dec – 2 Jan The Škofja Loka Christmas Musical Performances, Škofja Loka and its environs
2 Jan The New Year’s trek on Mount Blegoš, Hotavlje - Blegoš
29 Jan The International Old Ski Race, Škofja Loka
19 – 21 Feb The European Championship in the Horn Sledging, Dolenja vas
18 – 20 Feb The Loka Cup, Stari vrh
11 Mar Put the Light in the Water, Železniki
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Stari Vrh 35 km
Ljubljana
Stari Vrh
Old Peak, Modern Ski Slope Three Points About Stari Vrh
Firstly, it is only a 45-minute drive from Ljubljana. Technically speaking, it may not be the closest, but due to the fact you can ski right off the parking lot (not the case with Krvavec), it is definitely the place you can reach first. Secondly, the illuminated piste is something every advanced skier would want: long and dynamic. Thirdly, the new six-seat express lift takes you to the top in no time, meaning no freezing out there (the lift’s seats are heated) and no (or very short) waiting lines.
A Place for Everyone
STC Stari Vrh, d.o.o. Zapreval 3, Poljane nad Škofjo Loko Phone: +386 (0)4 518 81 36 info@starivrh.si www.starivrh.si
Closest to Ljubljana, Stari Vrh represents a great solution for a daytrip or, even more interesting, for evening skiing on its illuminated slopes. This dynamic slope may not be one of the biggest resorts, but with its wide range of services and facilities, it can easily compete with others.
Info Altitude: 580 - 1.216 m Area: 55 ha Total tracks length: experts: 2 km medium: 6 km easy: 4 km Capacity: 6.000 skiers/h
Stari Vrh is a versatile place. It can satisfy both advanced skiers and beginners, although it is a bit more oriented towards the former. There’s a variety of other things for everyone: from children’s park to a cross county track. Lodging and food are a chapter of their own. Besides the obvious hot dogs and fries served on the slope, it would be a sin not to visit one of the surrounding inns or tourist farms.
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Winter on the Farm Despite Stari Vrh’s close position to urban areas, what makes daily skiing is a great option, a vacation there is a good idea as well. You can choose to stay at a tourist farm or apartment, some of which are situated right in the middle of the slope.
Cross Country Tracks Snow Kindergarten Sledging Childrens Park Night Skiing Artificial Snow Ski Rental Ice Skating
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Golte
In Nature’s Embrace Experiences are limitless on this high mountain plateau which offers endless views of the Kamniško-Savinjske Alps. In the heart of the mountains you can make every day according to your wishes. The Golte TouristRecreation Centre has managed to combine Nature’s treasures with a modern and diverse tourist offer. Come here either for a getaway or a day of roaming around this magnificent karst plateau, it will be an experience you will want to do again and again.
One of the Most Beautiful Golte
73 km
Ljubljana
All seasons Tourist Centre Golte d.o.o. Radegunda 19 c, Mozirje Phone: +386 (0)3 839 12 00 info@golte.si www.golte.si
Among numerous winter sports fans, Golte is considered as one of the most beautiful Slovene ski resorts. It has 12 km of ski runs spreading on 60 ha of wonderful land. Furthermore, the terrain provides outstanding possibilities for backcountry and cross-country skiers.
Wellness and Gastronomy with a View In Nature’s embrace, 1,410 metres above the sea level and right beside the ski slopes and the Žekovec cable car’s upper terminal, a brand new four-star hotel went up in the summer providing everything for relaxation, pleasure and an active winter getaway. Among hill and mountain hotels, Hotel Golte ranks the most modern in Slovenia at the moment. After having spent a whole day out in the winter wonderland, you may completely pamper yourself in a wellness centre or work out in a fitness studio. Culinary delights are served in a self-service restaurant with a terrace and an à la carte restaurant where you may indulge in the tasting of acclaimed Savinjska regional specialities. Moreover, there is the Ledeni bar (Ice Bar) inviting you with its unique icy appearance to drink a glass of relaxation. The hotel also houses a ski school, mountain library and congress hall. The hotel’s peculiarity is an outdoor climbing wall challenging you to test your climbing skills.
Events First skiing day in December Opening of the new hotel Golte****, press conference and party
27-31 Dec Christmas ski academy (skiing courses for children and adults)
5 Feb Ski challenge race School winter break time: Holiday skiing and snowboarding
March Oldtimer skiing meeting with a competition in slalom and jumps
Info Altitude: 1.250 - 1.570 m Area: 60 ha Total tracks length: experts: 4,4 km medium: 7,4 km easy: 1 km Capacity: 16.000 skiers/h
Golte in Summer Without a shadow of a doubt, a premier event of the next summer will be the royal stage of the bicycle race Tour de Slovenie. Golte will be the main mountain finish for dogged cyclists. Just a day after, the 6th bicycle ascent to Golte as well as an entertaining trek to Golte will take place. All these events will happen on 16 and 17 June 2011. Every year, on the last Sunday in August, Golte is the venue for the Hunters’ Day where hunting clubs compete in the cooking of game goulash. The event is accompanied by a party that always extends into night. Furthermore, in September, we organise the highest mushroom exhibition in the Alpine Garden.
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Ski School Snowboard Park Cross Country Tracks Snow Kindergarten Sledging Childrens Park Night Skiing Artificial Snow Ski Rental Ice Skating
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Ljubljana
Slovenj Gradec
A Peace Messenger City The town of Culture The town was established by the Counts of Andechs in the Middle Ages and the old town core of Slovenj Gradec is today a historical monument, characterised by numerous buildings, the oldest of which is the church of St. Elisabeth with one of the most beautiful Baroque altars in Slovenia. Slovenj Gradec also has a renowned art gallery and is home to a number of museums – the regional museum, the Soklič Museum and a new museum dedicated to famous composer of »lieder« Hugo Wolf. The last will be opened on Hugo Wolf’s birthday in the spring of 2011.
Slovenj Gradec in Winter Slovenj Gradec is well worth visiting in Winter. The town centre comes alive with numerous events including the Christmas and New Year Fair, New Year’s Eve in the open, winter expeditions on the trails and much more. All winter long a skating rink with an entertainment programme will be open by the Sport Hall of Slovenj Gradec. The Kope ski resort offers great skiing, crosscountry skiing and hillwalking in the mountains of Pohorje. The Mislinja Valley has many paths and deserves to be discovered by everyone.
Partizanski dom Kope Mountain Lodge The Lodge is located at the foot of Mala Kopa and offers breathtaking views over the Mislinja Valley and the nearby Drava Valley. The Lodge is located next to the ski slope, only 80 metres from the Kaštivnik four-person chairlift. The Lodge can be accessed by an 18 kilometre-long road from Slovenj Gradec or by the Kaštivnik four-person chairlift from Vuzenica. Accommodation is available for 70 people with a large outdoor terrace and excellent cuisine welcoming all tourists and skiers. Contact: SPOTUR Slovenj Gradec, T: +386 (0)2 884 62 85, partizanka@slovenjgradec.si, http://partizanskidom.spotur.si
TIC Slovenj Gradec Glavni trg 24, Slovenj Gradec Phone: +386 (0)2 881 21 16 tic@slovenjgradec.si
Javni zavod za turizem in šport Spotur Slovenj Gradec
www.slovenjgradec.si
Slovenj Gradec is the administrative centre of the Mislinja Valley. This ancient town in the basin between the Pohorje and Uršlja mountains is also the cultural centre of the Koroška region, where rich tradition and the modern pulse of the town go hand in hand. Slovenj Gradec has made itself known far beyond the borders of its homeland by organising events under the aegis of the United Nations, which has titled it permanently as a town of peace with the honourable title of Peace Messenger City in 1989.
Events 21 – 23 Dec Christmas and New Year Fair with cultural events on Liberty Square (Trg Svobode)
25 Dec Christmas and New Year Concert by Slovenj Gradec Brass Orchestra with guest singer Nuša Derenda
31 Dec New Year Celebration in front of Rotenturn Castle
19 Mar Traditional Jožef Fair on Main Square (Glavni Trg)
Ladies ski
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Avto Aktiv Volvo Center & The Slovenia Times Ladies’ Ski Weekend Spend at least one weekend this winter with your best girlfriends and have an unforgettable winter experience. After a stressful week at work, spend a relaxing weekend at a ski resort where you will be pampered with wellness services and culinary delights as well as by many other unique winter activities.
Applications and further information: ski@zavod2010.com & www.zavod2010.com
This all-inclusive offer is a guarantee for your complete relaxation and the enjoyment of every precious minute of your ski weekend.
In the 2010/11 season three dates and destinations are available
370 € Extra discounts for early and group applications.
17th–19th December 2010 - Kranjska Gora (HIT Alpinea hotels) 21st–23rd January 2011 - Pohorje (ŠC Pohorje hotels) 18th–20th March 2011 - Bovec or Vogel
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A Ladies’ Ski Weekend starts on Friday at 6 p.m. and ends on Sunday around 5 p.m. It includes: transport to and from the ski resort (Volvo) 2 nights in a hotel with all food included 2-day ski 2 days skiing with a ski instructor(private and group lessons) testing of brand new models of Elan skis a boutique dinner event on Saturday evening wellness: one massage and free use of saunas in the hotel And with a lot of small surprises throughout the weekend.
30 Kope 110 km
Ljubljana
Kope Ribniško
Kope In the Heart of Pine Forest Best Family Slopes Kope is an ideal place to spend your family winter holidays. For several years it has been voted the best medium-sized family ski resort. You can relax watching your kids sledding and learn to ski from a ski lodge surrounded by a thick forest covered in fresh snow.
GTC Kope Glavni trg 41, Slovenj Gradec Phone: +386 (0)2 882 27 40 info.kope@sc-pohorje.si www.ribnisko-pohorje.si
The Kope ski resort is located in the western part of the Pohorje region. Its varied terrain offers quality skiing for beginners and more experienced skiers alike. Glorious valley views from the top of the mountain help spice up the skiing.
Info Altitude: 1.010 - 1.542 m Area: 60 ha Total tracks length: experts: 2 km medium: 4 km easy: 4 km
Bargain Ski Packages A dream winter holiday in Kope doesn’t involve breaking the bank. Boom packages offer skiing in glorious surroundings, unforgettable fun, delicious food and quality entertainment. Whether you come to Kope for a weekend, five day or seven day break you’ll be amazed at the low price of these packages – which include half board accommodation and ski passes.
Ski Lodges on the Slopes Various apartments, accessible from the ski slopes by snowmobile, provide quality accommodation. Simply put on your skis in front of the apartment and hit the slopes. You can also enjoy a hotel, restaurant, pub, conference rooms and a wellness centre, all in the very heart of nature.
Capacity: 6.000 skiers/h
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31 Ribniško Pohorje 110 km
Ljubljana
Pohorje Ribniško Pohorje, Rikom d.o.o. Ribnica na Pohorju 24, R. na Pohorju Phone: +386 (0)2 876 53 00 ribnisko.pohorje@rikom.si www.ribnisko-pohorje.si
Ribniško Pohorje at the top of the Pohorje highlands is paradise for those wanting to spend a peaceful family holiday in beautiful surroundings.
Ribniško Pohorje Family Vacation on top of Pohorje 120 ski Days Ribniško Pohorje’s geographic location – it is more than 1,500 metres above sea level – ensures the best possible natural snow conditions. With some help from snow cannons, the average ski season here lasts 120 ski days – right through to mid April. Two separate ski slopes offer fresh powder at the top and nights skiing at the bottom of Ribniško Pohorje.
Info Altitude: 715 - 1.542 m Area: 20 ha Total tracks length: experts: 2 km medium: 2,5 km easy: 1 km
Longest Cross Country Track The highest peaks of Pohorje are ideal for hikers and cross country skiers. Three, six, eight and 16 kilometre marked cross country tracks connect the mountain huts of Ribniška Koča to Kope ski slope.
Capacity: 2.650 skiers/h
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New High Class Accommodation The high-end Ribnica apartments and the luxurious Sitar apartments offer 21 newly-built units which can house two to eight people. All have separate bedrooms, a living room with fireplace, a balcony, a kitchen, wireless internet, telephone and a cable-enabled flatscreen TV.
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Mariborsko Pohorje Mariborsko Pohorje Ljubljana 122 km
This Winter’s Place to Be Športni center Pohorje d.o.o. Mladinska ulica 29, Maribor Phone: +386 (0)3 581 44 14 tic.rogaska@siol.net www.pohorje.org
In the past few years, the Mariborsko Pohorje has evolved into one of the largest winter sports-recreational resorts in this part of Europe. For the coming winter, the enterprise Ĺ portni center Pohorje, the driving force of the Mariborsko Pohorje tourist development, has prepared a number of novelties that will definitely thrill skiers on Pohorje slopes.
The Golden Age The Pohorje winter resort was projected to fulfil the recreational needs of the huge population of workers residing in Maribor. In the socialist manner of “sports for all” skiing tracks as well as many residential buildings were established, while the greatest achievement of the time was the construction of the first chairlift in 1951, marking the beginning of Pohorje ski centre. The funicular, made in 1957, links the foothills, actually a part of Maribor to Bolfenk’s hotel Bellevue. Much volunteer work by the people of Maribor was involved in turning the slope of Pohorje into ski terrain. In its golden years, the seventies, more than 14,000 season tickets were sold annually.
The Mighty Vzpenjača The most important acquisition is the new lower terminal of Pohorska vzpenjača, a cable car that made its maiden ride before the opening of the last winter season. The completion of the new cable-car project will considerably raise the quality of transport on Mount Pohorje as well as the quality of skiing. The ski slopes linking the Pohorje’s summit and its foot rank at the top of Slovenia’s pistes. In addition, there is also a possibility of night skiing on 10 kilometres of lighted ski runs, which is the longest lighted ski area in Slovenia. A quality leap in the offer of Športni center Pohorje has begun in the 08/09 season when the Pisker six-person chairlift and the accompanying ski run were opened on the Areško Pohorje. Figures are astounding – in the last winter season, the chairlift to Pisker transported almost half of all skiers in this part of the mountain.
Info Altitude: 325 - 1.327 m Area: 220 ha Total tracks length: experts: 5 km medium: 13 km easy: 24 km Capacity: 8.000 skiers/h
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Ski School Snowboard Park Cross Country Tracks Snow Kindergarten Sledging Childrens Park Night Skiing Artificial Snow Ski Rental Ice Skating
Alternatives to Skiing Skiing is, of course, not the only winter-time activity available there. Sledding and cross-country tracks can not be regarded as something you wouldn’t get elsewhere, but what are special are exotic activities such as a pležuh ride (a sort of monoski with a seat), snowshoe walks, balloon rides or a giant adrenaline swing.
Events 15 - 16 Jan Meet the Fox The 47th Golden Fox competition, a FIS World Cup in ladies’ slalom and giant slalom, is taking place in Snežni stadion (Snow Stadium). The predecessor of the Golden Fox Trophy was a FIS I-A competition, which had been organized annually from 1964, on a very steep and pretentious slope under the Bellevue hotel on the edge of Pohorje range. With only two exceptions, in 1998 and 2007 because of the lack of snow, the Golden Fox Trophy has been a competition with a tradition of over 40 years. In the 1980s, the competing line moved down where today’s Snežni stadium (snow stadium) is located. According to official FIS data, the Golden Fox Trophy annually attracts around 15 to 20 million TV spectators from all over the world. Another 20 thousand are encouraging the competitors alongside the competition line, which makes Golden Fox Trophy one of the most well-attended sport events in Slovenia.
A Slope of Many Pleasures The Mariborsko Pohorje is a synonym for snow pleasures. Let the sun and delicious Pohorje gastronomy spoil you on the terraces of the huts Cojzerica, Koča, Martinček, Luka and Trikotna jasa as well as on the sunny terrace of Hotel Arena. Moreover, more pampering awaits you in two wellness centres – in Hotel Arena and the Bolfenk mountain wellness centre, which a part of the Bolfenk hotel complex on Mount Pohorje. And why don’t you round off your skiing day with an exquisite dinner in Hotel Arena’s restaurant. The outstanding hotel offer of the hotels Arena and Bolfenk is complemented by Hotel Videc and the Bolfenk and Martin apartment complexes.
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Pho to: Profoto Studio
MariborPohorje Colour Your Day!
Pho to: Marko Petrej
Tourist destination Maribor-Pohorje
Maribor
122 km
TIC Maribor (Zavod za turizem Maribor) Partizanska 6a, Maribor Phone: +386 (0)2 234 66 11 tic@maribor.si www.maribor-pohorje.si www.visitmaribor.si
Pho to: ŠC Pohorje archive
Ljubljana
The city of Maribor, the second biggest in Slovenia, merges with the wonderful nature of Pohorje’s forests and picturesque wine growing hills in one of the most attractive destinations in Slovenia. Colour your visit to Slovenia with a trip to ‘Maribor-Pohorje’, to the historically and traditionally rich east part of Slovenia, among the warm, cheerful and hospitable people. Explore the city of the oldest vine in the world, the European Capital of Culture in 2012 and host to the Winter Universiade in 2013! Here in the Maribor-Pohorje Tourist Destination you will enjoy amazingly diverse natural and cultural treasures, authentic Štajerska cuisine and excellent wines, and a pleasant climate with plenty of sunshine. Enjoy the winter at Maribor Pohorje, the largest ski resort in Slovenia. Meanwhile, the events of a Colourful December make Maribor and its surroundings particularly attractive for all generations and tastes.
Pho to: Profoto Studio
Historical Sights and Word-class culture
• Lent, oldest part of the city centre, with its famous towers and remains of the city walls. • Slomškov trg Square and the Cathedral with a viewing tower. • Glavni trg Square with the Town Hall, Plague Memorial and Aloysius Church. • Grajski trg Square with Maribor castle and Regional Museum and St Florian. • Židovski trg Square with the Synagogue. • Excellent theatre, museums, galleries and exhibition venues. • Maribor town park and the Pyramid, the oldest part of Maribor, with an excellent view of a town. • Enchanting old towns of Pohorje, Drava Valley and Slovenske Gorice.
The Land of Wine • The Old Vine, oldest in the world, included in the Guinness Book of Records. • The Old Vine House, temple of wine tradition and culture with exhibitions, wine tasting and sales point. • Vinag cellar, Maribor’s wine underworld, one of the largest and oldest classical wine cellars in Europe. • Contemporary wine-o-theques and wine bars. • Wine growing hills with tourist wine roads criss-crossing the hills of Slovenske Gorice and foothills of Pohorje with tourist farms, wine shops and rich ethnological heritage along scenic panoramic paths. • Excellent wines and authentic Štajerska cuisine.
A rich wellness and spa offer can be found at Pohorje, at its foothills, as well as in the town itself, offering pleasure and relaxation with high-end programmes. Check out the Special Christmas/ Winter packages for favourable deals for skiing enthusiasts, kids, parents, lovers, and friends alike!
Events December Colourful December Christmas - New Year Fair, program for children, street performances, the biggest live cribs in Slovenia, open-air concerts and a big open-air New Year’s Eve celebration with the best Slovenian ensembles and soloists, as well as a firework display at midnight. Pho to: Profoto Studio Zelnik
The Largest Ski Centre in Slovenia
15 - 16 Jan Pho to: ŠC Pohorje archive
• A perfect combination! Excellent ski slopes, first-class wellness-spa centres, beautiful natural surroundings and local Štajerska parties all in the immediate vicinity of Maribor! • The longest night skiing trail in Slovenia. • New circular cable-car. • Ski slopes for beginners as well as the most demanding skiers. • Adrenalin winter activities and Fun snow activities. • Excellent ski and snowboarding school. • Cross-country skiing. • Pohorje jungle, Lovrenško, Črno and Ribniško swamps and lakes, mighty waterfalls Veliki and Mali Šumik. Hikers will find tranquillity alongside a clear pond Lobnica. • Easy access by bus from the city to the circular cable car. • Ski pass purchased for Mariborsko Pohorje is also valid for some other ski centres in Slovenia.
Pho to: Vesna Male
Pho to: Terme Maribor archive
Welness and Spa
47th Golden Fox Trophy – female world cup competition
February 15 th Downhill run on »pležuhi« a demonstration of old fashioned vehicles for travelling over snow
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Ptuj
City of Culture The city of Ptuj has in its several thousand years of history seldom enjoyed its freedom inside the strict boundaries of the state. It has been influenced by many cultures and civilisations but nevertheless it has stayed the lighthouse of the spirit of enlightenment which enabled nations to achieve great material wealth. Because we are aware of the fact that all knowledge learned is threatened to be forgotten and that cultural tradition resists the sands of time we have to view Ptuj as a cultural gem which will be indispensable in the evolution of human society.
Ptuj
Ljubljana
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TIC Ptuj Slovenski trg 5, Ptuj Phone: +386 (0)2 771 01 73 info@ptuj.info www.ptuj.info
The City with Hundreds of Treasures The historical development has left Ptuj two monasteries and two magnificent churches. Reforms were not favourable to the Dominican monastery, and consequently the Dominicans no longer live here. Nowadays the monastery displays part of collections of the Ptuj–Ormož Regional Museum. One can view the archaeological collection, Mithras and the numismatic collection in the quiet surroundings of the old walls. The Minorite monastery which was built shortly after the Dominican monastery has retained its function up to the present day. It is especially interesting because of the Minorite library found in the monastery. The rooms host many outstanding exhibitions and cultural events and its arcade courtyard is the venue for many summer events in Ptuj. A part of the monastery is also the reconstructed church of St. Peter and Paul. The visitors taking a walk through the old city centre can also visit Church of St. George the church of St. George. The city parish church of St. George is the richest and most beautiful architectural monument of Ptuj from the 12th century. The outer walls feature Renaissance and Baroque headstones of the former cemetery. In close proximity to the church we can find the mighty City Tower and Orpheus Monument. The City Tower was mentioned in the first city statute from 1376. In 1830 the curate Simon Povoden ordered the ancient monuments he had discovered in Ptuj and the surrounding area to be built into the tower to protect them from ruin. This is how one of the oldest outdoor lapidaries was created. The Orpheus Monument is a Roman headstone, made from marble found in the Pohorje Massif, measuring almost 5 metres in height. The central part is the relief of the ancient singer Orpheus. In the Middle Ages it was used as a pillory. All those who are hungry for cultural events can see plays performed in the renewed theatre building of the Ptuj City Theatre, browse through well-stacked book collections at the Ivan Potrč Library in Mali grad, or see permanent and temporary exhibitions at the Mihelič Gallery as well as visit other city museums and galleries.
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Ptuj Castle Because of its strategic position the castle mound has been inhabited since antiquity. The present-day castle is the result of many reconstructions and additions built throughout the centuries. The collections of the Ptuj–Ormož Regional Museum are on display in Ptuj Castle. The material is available in the form of permanent exhibitions: the collection of feudal housing culture, collection of weapons, collection of musical instruments, castle gallery, collection of traditional carnival masks, ethnological collection and temporary exhibitions.
Visconti’s armour
The birth of Mithra
Dominican monastery
A Long History A short historical overview beginning with the Stone Age through the Bronze and Iron Ages tells us that Ptuj is definitely one of the richest cultural treasuries in the European area. After the fall of the Noric province the city was settled by Romans who transformed it into the biggest military, political, administrative and economic centre which in the 2nd and 3rd century AD had twice the inhabitants of the present city. Numerous written sources and rich cultural heritage preserved to this day testify to the greatness of the spiritual and material creativity in the Middle Ages. Apart from the rich material and cultural heritage Ptuj also has a great richness of non-material cultural heritage preserved mostly in numerous traditional events. One of the most important cultural events is without doubt the festival “Kurentovanje” which is the biggest ethnographic carnival in Europe. Although the city of Ptuj is small in the geographical sense, it has a vast multicultural past which promises an inexhaustible multicultural future.
A City of Hundreds of Delicacies and Noble Cellars
European Capital of Culture 2012
Ptuj and its surroundings have always been well known for their excellent, historically conditioned culinary delights and excellent wines. The wine trade was wide spread in the past and is still alive in the city today because Ptuj stands on the oldest wine cellar in Slovenia which stores the oldest wine “Zlata trta” (“Golden Vine”) from 1917. A thousand year old wine culture and the tradition of growing and cultivating wine in the Ptuj region are good reasons to taste the excellent traditional wines with a modern touch and a full fruity flavour from the Ptuj wine cellar as well as wines of renowned wine producers from the Slovenjske Gorice and Haloze hills. The noble wines from this region are finely complemented with traditional delicacies served by pubs in the city and its environs.
Ptuj is a partner city in the project EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE 2012 which is a great opportunity to change the view on the importance of Ptuj as a cultural gem. Ptuj’s central programme is the ART&HERITAGE CARNIVAL with a variety of cultural events connected with the wealth of non-material cultural heritage of our environment and the uniqueness of ethnographic heritage. The European Capital of Culture is also a great opportunity to change and upgrade the cultural infrastructure.
The City of Health and Well-being Ptuj is a unique city in Slovenia, combining more than two thousand years of tradition with a health and well-being offer. A holiday at Terme Ptuj Spa is the source of health and relaxation as well as an excellent opportunity for the active spending of free-time and enjoying bubbly water games. Terme Ptuj is one of the youngest health resorts in Slovenia offering accommodation in categorised apartments and bungalows of various sizes, camping as well as accommodation in the new four-star hotel Grand Hotel Primus. The thermal park with internal and external baths covers 4200 m2 of water surfaces with mineral water that has healing properties. Moreover, it is also renowned for the biggest slide in Slovenia. Sports enthusiasts can use several recreation grounds, the majority of which are tennis courts, as well as wellmaintained cycling, running and hiking tracks. Just a stone’s throw away from the old city centre, golfers can enjoy a golf course with 18 holes, which is really unique because of its varied terrain and a large number of water barriers. It covers more than 50 hectares of greens and water.
The River Drava and Lake Ptuj – the Area of Natura 2000 The River Drava and Lake Ptuj offer plenty of enjoyable water activities, such as sailing, rowing, riding motor boats and scooters as well as panoramic voyages in the boat in the summer time. They also provide a good tourist offer in the winter. You can go for a stroll around the lake and enjoy views of the rich habitat of rare and protected species of birds. The River Drava and Lake Ptuj are one of more important sites for birds in Europe and rank among the areas of Natura 2000. Although Lake Ptuj is an artificial lake, it provides a refuge for huge numbers of water birds in the winter. Between November and March, it is the habitat for several thousand water birds. In some years the number of birds in the lake area can come close to twenty thousand. The number of birds starts to increase in October and reaches its peak in the middle of winter. In March, when the number of birds drops, the lake is home only to species which nest here.
Events 12 and 19 Dec Children Christmas workshops at Ptuj-Ormož Regional museum
21 Dec Concert by Baroque orchestra and the Ljubljana music academy choir at St.Peter and Paul Church at Ptuj, 9pm
24 Dec Performance by opera singer Juan Vasle and pianist Jelena Boljubaš at Grand Hotel Primus, 7pm
25 Dec Christmas concert by KvinTon at Dom kutlure MuziKafe, 9pm
25 Dec Outdoor Christmas concert at Mohorkova graba
26 Dec Orfejček parade, music & entertainment at Dvorana Center, 4pm
27 Dec For the little and the big – children event with workshops, performances, animation and Grandpa Frost at Dvorana Center, 4pm
31 Dec The Outdoors New Year’s Eve with music performances and a toast from the mayor
10-31 Dec Christmas fair at Novi trg.
2 Jan 11th March across the Cultural path of Ivan Potrč and Matija Murko, starting at Ivan Potrč library, 9am
26 Feb-8 Mar Kurentovanje – the main shrove carnival event in Central Europe.
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Ljubljana The Lively Capital The capital of Slovenia never sleeps! Just like anywhere else, wintertime creates a unique and unforgettable atmosphere in the city. The festive lights illuminating the centre of Ljubljana’s Old Town turn its squares, buildings and streets into a glittering fairytale landscape. Explore the stalls along Cankarjevo nabrežje (embankment) and Vodnikov trg (square). The sweet scents of mulled wine and mead wafting through the streets and the hundreds of merry people looking for fun - just like you - should do the trick. Besides every-day fun, you should by no means miss out on the varied cultural offer of Ljubljana. Spend the morning with a visit to a museum or two and in the afternoon, step inside a gallery on one of the small alleys along the Ljubljanica River. Ljubljana
STIC - Slovenian Tourist Information Centre Krekov trg 10, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)1 306 45 75 stic@visitljubljana.si TIC Ljubljana Stritarjeva ulica, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)1 306 12 15 tic@visitljubljana.si www.visitljubljana.si
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Welcome to the Festive Ljubljana
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In December Ljubljana shines in all its beauty. It is famous for its festive illumination called The Birth of Forms, which has seen some additions this year. Krakovski nasip embankment and Miklošičev park are decorated with paper lanterns made by Ljubljana primary-school pupils. Moreover, street lights on Gallusovo nabrežje embankment have been adorned, too, and fountains in the old city centre have put on winter clothes. Besides, our festive season programmes have been enriched, and attractive novelties will make your visit to the city centre a unique experience.
1 – 31 Dec, 10am - 10/12pm The Festive Fair, Pogačarjev trg square Festively decorated stands offer you an assortment of select products, most suitable for Christmas gifts.
10 – 31 Dec, 10am - 9pm The Festive Book Fair, Mestni trg square
18 Dec – 8 Jan, 5pm - 9pm The Crib in the Town Hall The Crib was specially made for this occasion by the artist Zmago Modic.
18 – 30 Dec, 5pm - 9pm The Good Fairy, Mestni trg square The Good Fairy is fulfilling all kinds of wishes, small and big.
22 Dec, 5pm The Primary-School Choirs, Mestni trg square
24 Dec, 5pm The Christmas Concert, Prešernov trg square
26 – 30 Dec, 5pm
Pho to: V. Vogel
Grandpa Frost’s Processions Breg embankment, Čevljarski most / Cobblers’ Bridge, Stari trg square, Mestni trg square, Stritarjeva ulica street, Prešernov trg square
A part of the Festive Fair has been moved to Breg embankment, thus extending the venue of the festive December and creating a “festive promenade” from Ljubljana’s Central Market across Prešernov trg square and along Cankarjevo nabrežje embankment to Breg embankment. The traditional fair offer is complemented by the Festive Book Fair in Mestni trg square. The venue of street theatres has also been moved, and this year the performances will entertain you on Mesarski most / Butchers’ Bridge. Furthermore, in Novi trg square the magic December atmosphere is livened up by the Power of Will project, a video visualisation in large urban areas, mingling video and sound energy. In front of the building on 22 Breg, a Zoetrope has been set up. Looking like a big hat when viewed in the distance, the Zoetrope contains pictures that come to life when you spin it. In the Town Hall’s courtyard you can view a bit modified and therefore even more interesting crib, while in front of the Town Hall the Good Fairy has come back, ready to fulfil your secret wishes. Moreover, organ-grinders create special charm in the old city centre. This year, the Festive Christmas Concert is staged in Prešernov trg square, and other novelties are music and children programmes as well as the New Year’s Eve party in Novi trg square. So, the New Year’s Eve party includes five locations: Prešernov, Novi, Mestni and Pogačarjev squares as well as Križanke. There are plenty of reasons why you should join the festive atmosphere in the capital’s city centre.
26 – 30 Dec, 11am - 1pm Children’s Performances, Prešernov trg square Puppet, circus, and dance shows as well as magic shows.
26 – 30 Dec, 4pm - 6pm Children’s Performances, Novi trg square
26 Dec – 2 Jan, 8pm Music Programme, Prešernov trg square The festive programme in Prešernov trg square traditionally includes concerts by pop singers and groups.
26 Dec - 2 Jan, 7pm Music Programme, Novi trg square
28 – 30 Dec 4pm Music Programme, Pogačarjev trg square
26 - 30 Dec, 7pm - 9pm The Street Theatre, Mesarski most / Butchers’ Bridge
31 Dec, from 9pm onwards New Year’s Eve Parties Prešernov trg square - For the widest audience. Mestni trg square - Intended for a more demanding audience. Novi trg square - A new venue of this December. Pogačarjev trg square Hosts Slovene performers of pop and popular folk music. Trg Francoske Revolucije square - Alternative rock party. The Fireworks A minute after midnight, the fireworks from Ljubljana Castle will illuminate the sky above the city and welcome the New Year. All events are free!
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