Activities
Green idyllic hills and meadows are paradise for walkers, hikers and cyclists. At the same time, the region, imbued with a rich cultural heritage, offers the discovery of history, tradition, customs and myths. The proximity of the Slovenian-Croatian border makes it possible to explore two countries at the same time.
The Drava cycling route
The 710 km long route runs along the Drava River through 4 countries. The route starts near the source of the Drava River near Toblach in Italy, continues through Austrian Carinthia and Slovenia through Dravograd, to Maribor and Ptuj, all the way to the Slovenian-Croatian border in Ormož, all the way to Legrad, where the Mura River flows into the Drava.
Ptuj Golf Course
In Ptuj, a golf course awaits you with 18 grounds, where the game is enhanced by numerous water obstacles and two lakes. Your golfing skills will certainly come to the fore with an island hit. Located 11.3 km away.
Krajinski park Šturmovec
Access to the Šturmovec Landscape Park is possible from both sides of the Drava, from the left bank via the dam in Markovci or the right bank through the village of Videm pri Ptuju. There is a 3 km long nature trail with a few observation points through the park. Signposts were installed back in 1993 by the Slovenian Bird Observation and Study Society (DOPPS). A walk through the park is wonderful in all seasons, and bird lovers would especially enjoy visiting it. A particularly beautiful view of the magical landscape along the Drava opens up to the visitor from the nearby Haloze hills near Videm pri Ptuj (Dravinjski vrh, Vareja), while its larger tributary the Dravinja can also be seen. Located 12 km away.
Terme Ptuj
Pampering or active fitness? In Terme Ptuj you can choose both! Counting swimming strokes in the water park, the benefits of Ptuj thermal springs, the world of saunas, relaxing massages and invigorating baths. All this and more! Located 15.6 km away.
Ptujska gora
Ptujska Gora is a clustered settlement at the top of the Savinsko ridge along the Ptuj-Majšperk road, with a core around the parish and pilgrimage church of Mary, which is also the biggest local attraction. You can access it by car, on foot or by bicycle. Other attractions include the Church of St. Mary the Protectress with a Mantle, the Column of Shame, Old Town House, Plague Column, tumuli and Paleta Gallery.
Cvetlin – Pusti Duh – Ravna gora
An undemanding hiking trail in Croatia, only 24.7 km from the Vila Leskovec suites, at an altitude difference of 440 m, will not leave you indifferent. You can combine the hike with a climb to Pusti Duh and a visit to Trakošćan Castle. The duration of the hike is approx. 1 hour 15 minutes.
Donačka Gora
Donačka gora is remarkable for its steep conical shape and its location on the eastern border of the Alpine world.
It is known for its wonderful view, which opens on all sides: to Haloze, to the Drava and Ptuj fields, to Zagorje and Posotelje in Croatia. Located 25.5 km away.
Path among vineyards – Haloze
The entire route is 36 km long and approximately 13 hours of walking.
Bračič mountain trail
The Bračič mountain trail is a circular route and starts in front of the birthplace of Dr Vladimir Bračič in Cirkulane and ends here. It is divided into three stages and belongs to the easy routes in terms of difficulty. The first stage runs from Cirkulan through Brezovec, Gruškovec, Meje, Medribnik and Paradiž. The second stage includes the following settlements: Paradiž, Pohorje, Mali okič, Slatina, Pristava, Gradišča and ends in Dolane. The third stage continues the journey through Dolane, Veliki vrh, again through a part of Brezovec and Dolane and back to Cirkulane. The route runs through all the settlements of the municipality of Cirkulane. The walking time for the entire route is around 12 hours. The route is about 44 kilometres long. There are 8 checkpoints on it. Throughout the walk, we are accompanied by beautiful views of the nearby surrounding peaks, vineyards and the typical Haloze landscape, which always drew Dr Vladimir Bračič back to his birthplace.
Jumping across the border – Zagorje
Croatian Zagorje is a hilly region in the northwest of Croatia between Medvednica, Slovenia, Međimurje and Podravina. Hills, lakes and rivers will attract those who enjoy walking. Manors and castles will delight anyone interested in history and culture. It is also a great destination for all those who love fishing. Spa enthusiasts will find their dream vacation in Croatian Zagorje.
