Ptuj

Overview

Ptuj is the oldest city in Slovenia; it obtained town rights in 977. It has survived the centuries well, and the visitor will find its historic centre filled with beautiful sights and monuments.

The castle, the Dominican and Minorite monasteries, the Provost Church, the old City Hall, the patrician houses, numerous marvelously carved doors, wrought iron window grills, and stonecutting details are some of the most important attractions.

In the surroundings of Ptuj, there are many possibilities for excursions. In the immediate vicinity, the Terme Ptuj Health Resort offers the beneficial and healing effects of its thermal waters.

Ptuj is also an important wine producing city with a wine growing tradition of more than seven centuries. The inns and restaurants of the city and its surroundings offer a great variety of courses that the vintage wines from the Ptuj region complement very well.

History