The Savinjska

THE RAINBOW OF ENJOYMENT! region

Seven thermal spas region THE SAVINJSKA REGION Seven termal spas region

The Savinjska region is one of the biggest regions in and Kozjansko. . It's located in the heart of Slovenia and spans To increase its developmental efficiency, the region is from the Austrian to the Croatian border. The region is divided into five subregions: Dravinjska, Savinjsko- named after the alpine , which runs through Šaleška, Spodnje Savinjska, Obsoteljsko Kozjanska and the region from its spring to its end. Savinja is also the Central subregion. There are 31 municipalities in the longest river that flows only through Slovenian territory. region. Because there are many important international road and train connections in the region, it is very accessible The towns and villages of the region are kept very by car and train. Additionally, the Ljubljana and Maribor orderly and clean, some of them have been among the airports are also fairly close. winners of the Slovenian Tourist Association competition The region offers many diverse experiences. ''My country – beautiful and hospitable''. When it comes to orderliness of its towns and villages, the Savinjska Position of Savinjska region region is one of the most beautiful Slovenian regions. Another thing that makes the region special is its commitment to sustainable development, which is shared by all the major developmental institutions of the region.

CELJE The Savinjska Region with Subregions and Municipalities:

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Osrednje Celjsko Savinjsko-Šaleško Spodnje Savinjsko Dravinjsko Obsotelje in Kozjansko Celje is the centre of the region. This city, which lies next From the mighty Kamnik-Savinja Alps, through the to the river Savinja and is attractive to tourists, has a beautiful valleys and forests of the Upper Savinja Valley, rich history and still maintains its important settlement on to the Šalek Valley with its plentiful energy sources and economic role. It is one of the oldest Slovenian and Lower Savinja Valley known for its hops production, cities, as it had been granted city rights (under the name the region spans on, encompassing the historic treasures municipium Claudia Celeia) way back in the year 45 of Central Celje, Dravinjsko with the stunning forests of during the reign of the Roman emperor Claudius. The city Pohorje and the rolling hills of the sun-soaked Obsotelje also had an important role during the reign of the Counts Velenje, the city of opportunities

The development of tourism is also contributing Celje - panoramic view from the old castle Celje more and more to the region's economy. A special characteristic of the region is that it has seven thermal of Celje, when it was granted city rights on April 11, 1451 and health spas (Terme Olimia, Thermana Laško, Terme by the order of Friderik II. Zreče, Rimske Terme, Zdravilišče Rogaška, Terme Because of its well-preserved historical heritage, the Topolšica, Terme Dobrna) and a mountain recreational visitors of the city can see the remains of the Roman centre Rogla. More and more people are deciding Celeia and imagine medieval stories of the Counts of to come to the thermal spas of Savinjska region Celje while enjoying the view from the old castle. for health reasons and they leave feeling satisfied. Sustainable tourism is believed to be one of the region's The economic development of the region can mostly be developmental opportunities. attributed to the big, successful companies, even though the middle-sized and smaller companies are increasingly starting to play an important role in that regard as well.

The economy of the region is also characterized by a considerable number of technologically advanced tool manufacturers and the region is also home to TECOS, the developmental centre of Slovenian tool manufacturing. Celjski sejem (Celje Fair) is also active in this region, organizing numerous fairs of which the most well-known is the International Trade Fair.

Recreational center Rogla THE SAVINJSKA REGION Seven termal spas region

In the future, another special addition to the region's tourism will be a 341 km long biking trail, which is currently under construction and is one of the priorities in terms of the region's investment plans. Modern Velenje, which is the second largest city in the region offers plenty of opportunities for leisure: from exploring cultural attractions, hiking and biking by the lakes to unique underground adventure in Coal Mining museum of Slovenia. Solčavsko, located at the base of Savinja Alps, received the title 'The European Destination of Excellence' for its integral tourist product 'Harmony of the three valleys'. A special natural feature of the region is Kozjanski park, which is one of the oldest protected areas in Slovenia.

As it befits a tourist region, there are various interesting events taking place in it all through the year. One of these events is “Pivo in Cvetje” (Beer and Flowers) in Laško, which is the biggest tourist event in all of Slovenia. Another event that is the biggest of its kind in the country, is Pikin festival (Pika's Festival) in Velenje, which is a festival for children. There are also interesting events taking place in the region all through the year that are especially dedicated to preserving old customs and passing on traditional skills (operating traditional rafts called flosi, felting wool, making clogs, cheese making, beekeeping, working with hops). Savinjska region is very rich in wood, as forests take up more than 60% of the region. The region also has many , lakes and springs of drinking, thermal and mineral water. The region's most important river is Savinja, which Logarska dolina - is the longest river that only flows on Slovene territory. The river starts its journey at the base of the Savinja Alps where we can find the waterfall Slap Rinka, which is a natural heritage monument. It is located in one of the IF YOU WANT TO TRULY SEE AND FEEL SLOVENIA, YOU most beautiful alpine valleys, the valley Logarska dolina. SIMPLY NEED TO VISIT THE SAVINJSKA REGION AS WELL. All along the Savinja river there are numerous nice WARM WELCOME! tourist camps. By presenting this voucher at the reception This cupon gives you a 10% discount on you will be granted a 20% discount on accommodation prices and a accommodation prices in Rimske Terme. 20% discount on massages and beauty treatments at Wellness centre Zala.

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Picking of hops

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