The best way to explore the mysterious Prekmurje landscape is by bike. The locals are used to seeing cyclists. As you pedal along the cycling trails, local roads and rolling hills, you can enjoy the wind in your hair, the smell of freshly mown grass, golden fields blowing in the wind, the clattering of storks and the bubbling of streams. Most important of all, you will be able to visit countless sights and sample delicious local food. Terme 3000 offers a special package for cyclists. With them in mind, we have put together a list of cycling routes – give them a try and Prekmurje will be your oyster!
- half-board accommodation at Hotel Ajda or Hotel Termal,
- unlimited admission to the hotel swimming pools and the Terme 3000 Thermal Park,
- admission to the hotel saunas.
- cycling map of Pomurje in print form,
- use of the bicycle storage room,
- bicycle washing available,
- cycling corner for planning your cycling adventure,
- cycling flask.
- “Daily smile of health” surprise,
- gift voucher worth EUR 10 (for wellness services),
- 10% discount on admission to the Expano adventure park,
- Passero Country Chocolaterie gift card.
The rolling hills of Prekmurje are suitable for everyone, even if you do not exercise regularly. After climbing Vučja Gomila and taking in the view of the vineyards and fields, the route will take you past Lake Bukovnica with its 50 energy points, through the village of Filovci, which boasts a long tradition of pottery, and past the Jože Plečnik-designed church in Bogojina.
The ascent to Grad makes this a difficult route, but one that is still easily managed by people who are at least slightly physically active. We recommend making a stop at Lake Lendava and visiting the Ferencovi agritourism farm in Krašča, where you can see their collection of old farming machinery. Before returning, you can also stop at the Smodiš farm, where you can refresh yourself with Prekmurje delicacies while enjoying the view.
The route is easily managed by somewhat well-prepared recreational cyclists. The sights include the Goričko Vineyard Centre in a former farm; the Rengeo farm, where you can sample local Prekmurje products; and the educational forest trail that passes the Rotunda in the village of Selo. There are also plenty of opportunities to take a break, so the route is perfect for everyone interested in beautiful views and natural sights. The route includes a number of medium-length ascents and descents.
This route on some gravel but mostly asphalt roads, with a number of short and steep ascents and descents, follows local roads, cycling trails and forest gravel trails. A full-day cycling trip with a number of stops and sights such as Rotunda, the Dobrovnik tropical garden, the Puhan agritourism farm and the Bogojina village, is suitable for physically fitter cyclists. The best choice is a trekking bike suitable for cycling on gravel roads or potentially a mountain bike. Because of the many ascents in Goričko, we recommend renting an electric bicycle if you are less fit.
Terme 3000 is an excellent starting point for exploring the sights of 4 countries on a single cycling holiday. To give you a better idea of how it is possible to visit 4 countries during one holiday, we have prepared an example 5-day cycling tour. Individual sections can also be explored independently or in a different order. Alternatively, you can book an experienced local guide to take you on the described tours.
In Prekmurje and the surrounding area, you can join international long-distance routes, namely the Mur Cycle Path, the Drava Bike or the Eurovelo 9 – Amber Route.
Hotel Ajda and Hotel Termal – the perfect accommodation for cycling enthusiasts
Terme 3000 – Moravske Toplice offers a bicycle storage space where you can store and clean your bike. With thermal pools, wellness treatments and authentic Prekmurje gastronomy, the Hotel Ajda and the Hotel Termal are perfect choices for recharging your batteries after cycling.
Hotel Ajda
The hotel is named after buckwheat (ajda in Slovenian), a typical local grain. In the hotel, it accompanies guests at every step – you will even find it in pillows for deep and peaceful sleep.
Hotel Termal
Situated in the heart of an area of thermal activity, Hotel Termal is closely linked to the beneficial black thermal water.
The Termal pool complex boasts beneficial thermal water. The indoor pools are filled with filtered water, while the outdoor pool is filled with unfiltered (black) water.
Besides the beneficial thermal mineral water, the hotel also features the Path of crystals and well-being, a rest lounge with chromotherapy, and a Finnish sauna – everything you need for rest and relaxation.
