Lake Ptuj
Ptujsko jezero
Slovenia's largest artificial lake, where you can cycle, go boating and birdwatch along the shore, with views of the old town and castle in the distance.
Lake Ptuj is an artificial lake formed by a hydroelectric dam on the Drava River. It covers about 3.5 square km and is Slovenia's largest lake. Its islets are important habitats for terns, gulls and other waterbirds. Cycling and walking paths line the shore, and you can go boating, sailboarding or fishing. From the east bank you can look back at the old town and castle hill. The lake lies about 2 km southeast of the old town and is most conveniently explored by bicycle, making it ideal for an evening stroll to watch the sunset.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Ptuj Wine Cellar
- Minorite Monastery, Ptuj
- St. George's Church, Ptuj
- Ptuj Town Tower & Orpheus Monument
- Kurentovanje (Ptuj Carnival)
- Ptuj Old Town
- Ptuj Castle
- Dominican Monastery, Ptuj