Slovenske Konjice: Culture, Nature and Golf

Slovenske Konjice offers reasons to visit that range from medieval architecture to natural areas and golf. Žiče Charterhouse, historic sites and galleries provide a variety of cultural experiences; a cycling route, a wine cellar and the Zlati Grič golf course round out the programme. When planning, it is worth prioritising sightseeing and activities according to your own interests.

Charterhouse, Church and Historic Sites

When it was founded in 1165, Žiče Charterhouse was the first Carthusian monastery in Central Europe. Guided tours include a panoramic trail, a panoramic niche and a lapidarium. You can then continue with an independent visit using an audio guide. This means the visit includes both a guided tour and independent exploration.

The parish church of St George also combines different architectural and artistic features: it is Late Gothic and has a Baroque Rosary Chapel with preserved frescoes by Jožef A. Lerchinger dating from 1749. The bell tower dates from the late 13th century and is one of the oldest and largest in the Slovenian part of Styria.

Konjice Old Castle is one of the oldest castles in Slovenia and one of the country’s most significant castle ruins. It can be reached by bicycle via a gravel road, or on foot via the Zmajček Forest Educational Trail. Stari trg has retained its original layout as a town square since its first documented mention. Trebnik Manor was first mentioned in historical sources in 1308 and was described in 1362 as a manor below Konjice Castle. It is open to the public.

Galleries and Art

The Mestna galerija Slovenske Konjice is divided into five exhibition spaces. The works on display are connected with artists’ colonies, local artists, city scenes and figures from the city’s history. The Riemer City Gallery offers a different perspective, with more than seventy paintings by local and foreign artists.

Nature and Activities

Five areas within the municipality of Slovenske Konjice are included in the European Natura 2000 network. The Petelinjek wetland covers 37 hectares near the village of Ličnica. It includes the four ponds of Štatenberšek, Štepihovec, Polšak and Stari gaj; the area is protected under the Natura 2000 network.

For an active way to explore the area, take the cycling route from Slovenske Konjice to Žiče Charterhouse. The round trip is 25 kilometres, takes about two hours and is of moderate difficulty. Wine enthusiasts can enjoy wine and sparkling wine tastings at the Zlati Grič wine cellar, as well as cellar tours.

The Zlati Grič golf course covers 24 hectares and has nine holes. It is set among the vineyards of Škalce; the landscape includes a stream, ponds, forests and shrubs. The Zlati Grič Golf Club in Dobrava offers beginner golf courses and lessons. This provides different options: playing a round on the course or getting started with a course or lessons.

The renovated park at Trebnik Manor includes a fitness trail, a sports park, a pond with an island and a children’s playground. A seasonal option is Zbelovo outdoor swimming pool: during the summer months, it has a large outdoor pool, a smaller children’s paddling pool and a beach volleyball court. Check the pool’s current operating conditions before visiting.

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