An interactive museum in a former farm building, a Way of the Cross featuring life-size Baroque sculptures, and a natural swimming park show the many different ways to discover Radlje ob Dravi. There is also an 18th-century English-style park, an international long-distance cycling route and a local hop-growing tradition. When planning your trip, you can first decide whether architecture and history, outdoor activities, swimming or a mix of these themes will shape your stay.

Cultural history in Radlje ob Dravi

Dvorec Radlje is a modern interactive museum housed in a former farm building belonging to the castle. Renovation work may affect access to the museum; if you are planning a visit, check the latest access information beforehand. Dvorec is surrounded by an 18th-century English-style park with a variety of tree species and a fountain. Both the museum and the park, each with its own distinctive features, are part of the cultural offer.

Northeast of Dvorec, on a rocky hill, stands Kalvarija, an important artistic monument dating from 1724. Its Way of the Cross consists of life-size Baroque stone sculptures. Its date, style and scale give the site a distinct art-historical character. The Dominican convent is also an important cultural monument; its architecture features Early Baroque details. The preserved ruins of the former Mahrenberg Castle lie on the rock or hill of Kamen above the market town and offer beautiful views.

Swimming, activities and cycling routes

Since 2014, Vodni park Radlje ob Dravi has held the distinction of being the first and still the only natural swimming pool in Slovenia. Its approach is also reflected in how the water is maintained: natural organisms keep the water clean without additional chemicals. Aktivarium is an activity park in a woodland setting that encourages exercise and brings generations together. The scenic educational trail rewards the climb with beautiful views and is suitable for school groups, forestry professionals, hikers and families.

The options differ in focus: swimming with natural water treatment, activity in the forest or an uphill educational trail with views. Unlike the educational trail, the Meridiem Trail is an international long-distance cycling route: it connects Vienna and Villach and passes through Radlje ob Dravi. This makes a regional cycling connection another travel option.

Hop-growing tradition and food

Hmeljarski likof is a traditional event and the main programme highlight of Rad mam Vikend. It celebrates the custom marking the end of the hop harvest and preserves local hop-growing traditions. Dates and programme details may change; if you would like to plan your visit around the event, check the latest information before travelling.

Time Brewery offers tastings of four different beer varieties as well as culinary experiences for groups. Together, the event and the brewery showcase two different ways of experiencing hop and beer culture: the harvest custom, and tastings paired with culinary experiences.

Getting there by bus

Regular bus services connect Radlje ob Dravi with Ljubljana, Celje, Maribor and Slovenj Gradec. The central bus station is in the town centre. From the station in Vuhred, you can continue to Radlje ob Dravi by bus; the journey takes about five minutes. As timetables may change, check the latest connections before travelling.

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