Mariborsko Pohorje is one of the most popular resorts, known for perfect combination of excellent ski slopes, first class wellness, spa centers, beautiful natural surrounding and local Styrian parties all in the immediate vicinity.

Located just 5 km from the old city centre of Maribor, the second largest city in Slovenia, you may also like to visit the opera or theatre, one of the numerous events or experience amazing shopping possibilities.  If you decide to try your luck in the casino or visit one of the numerous cafés, your stay in Maribor might even become more pleasant.

The ski centre Mariborsko Pohorje offers more than 41,5 km of well-kept slopes for all kinds of skiers, be it a beginner or an expert skier. The slopes range from 325 m to 1327 metres above the sea level. You can enjoy the longest night skiing trail in Slovenia. The Pohorje ridges offer 27 km of cross-country ski runs.

The slopes are connected by 5 chairlifts, 16 ski-lifts and by a gondola. You can reach the gondola by city bus.

MARIBORSKO POHORJE HOTTEST FACTS

- 40 km of ski slopes.

- 27 km of cross country ski runs.

- longest night skiing trail in Slovenia.

- organization of traditional winter events.

- close to Maribor- night fun, shopping & entertainment.

- combination ski & wellness holidays.

- suitable for families and advanced skiiers.

- ski & snowboard school.

- close to international airports: Graz 30 min drive, Zagreb 1 hour drive & Ljubljana 1 hour drive.

- European Capital of Culture 2012.

- skiing & wellness combine skiing with stay at Ptuj spa resort.

Maribor is the second largest city in the country, but at the same time is pleasantly small and set it the wonderful natural surroundings of Pohorje on the one side and wine growing hills on the other, with the river Drava wending its way through it. Enjoy A numerous shopping opportunities and the authentic cultural experience of Maribor in museums and galleries or visit Slovenian National Theatre with drama, opera and ballet performances. Maribor will be the European Capital of Culture in 2012 and host of the 26. Winter Universaide 2013.

From Pohorje’s jungle, over the waterfalls, to a black pearl.

Visit the outstanding natural sights in the Pohorje Natural Park, starting with the Veliki and Mali Šumik waterfall, one of Eastern Slovenia’s beauty spots, hidden deep in virgin forest and continue this experience with nature by taking a pleasure trip to the lake Črno jezero in the winter wonderland.

The oldest vine in the world.

Maribor’s heart preserves one such treasure that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. That is the Old Vine, which has thrived for more than 400 years in the medieval core of the city, and is the oldest living example of a noble vine on our planet, also registered in the Guinness Book of Records. It grows next to the Old Vine house, the centre of wine growing happenings. Visit also Vinag vine cellar, that is situated in the centre of Maribor, close to the town castle and it is one of the largest and oldest classic wine cellars in Europe or take a trip to one of the the roads to wineries and tourist farms, and to the ethnological and natural features.

MOUNTAIN WELLNESS CENTER BOLFENK

A synonym for comfort, relaxation and active recreation!

Join us in the new Pohorje story that was arranged for you in the apartment and hotel complex Bolfenk at Pohorje. In three stylishly furnished storeys with a marvellous view of the natural Pohorje ambience you are led through the Pohorje fairy-tale of water pleasures  with swimming pools, whirlpools, swimming pool for children, saunas (Finnish, Turkish and Herbal) and spa beauty and wellness programmes, including Kneipp bath, ice cave and resting place with a marvellous view of the forest.

Experience snow and winter in a completely different way, than the one you were used to so far!

Enjoy a night sledding on a new illuminated toboggan run Stolp, horseback riding to explore the wonderful and endless Pohorje forests, a walk with snow shoes and poles along forests either at day or night, a Football XXL, an enlarged version of table football but with real football players that are connected with each other and limited in moving as well as space. And many more for your pleasure!

Evening in the Mond Casino, located in Šentilj offers magical surprises in red and black. Luck in games and luck in love sometimes hold hands. 408 modern slot machines, 26 gaming tables, an attractive ambience and the professional, attentive staff offer pleasant excitement and joy to accompany the game.

Surprising events!

Mariborsko Pohorje is famous for its traditional Golden Fox, The World Cup in Alpine Skiing for women (slalom and giant slalom race). The 48th Golden Fox Trophy race will again take place in the best time of the season in the middle of January 2012.

Holiday atmosphere starts with the Fairy Tale city lighting, grows with seasonal events and achieves its climax with the New Years’ celebration in the Trg Svobode square.