Zgornja Kungota: Church, Wine and Cycling Routes

If you are looking for hotels in Zgornja Kungota, you can plan your stay around the things that interest you. St. Kunigunda combines historical significance with Baroque architecture; there are also cycling routes with different itineraries, places to walk and hike, wine tastings and events. When planning, it is worth looking at specific features: some tours include climbs, others pass through named waypoints or have a described surface. Several tasting options require advance registration or an appointment.

St. Kunigunda Church: History and Architecture

St. Kunigunda Church stands on a hill above Zgornja Kungota and was first mentioned in 1391. Its interior is vaulted and richly decorated in the Baroque style; three Baroque altars are particularly noteworthy. For those interested in church architecture and history, this site combines a specific historical date with a clearly described interior.

Cycling Routes with Different Features

The Kungoška kolesarska pot brez meja cycling route starts and ends in Zgornja Kungota. Numerous climbs and descents make it a challenging route. The Kungoška razgledna kolesarska pot runs from Zgornja Kungota via Svečina, Huda luknja and the Jurij border crossing, before returning to Zgornja Kungota. The route can be followed using the named waypoints. Route conditions may change; check the latest information before setting out.

The Kolesarska pot kungoških vinorodnih gričev also starts and ends in Zgornja Kungota. It runs mostly along paved local roads and well-maintained gravel paths. While the climbs and descents make the Kungoška kolesarska pot brez meja challenging, information about the surface is the main feature of this route.

Places to Walk and Hike

The Sprehajalna pot na Čajžič walking trail offers views of Zgornja Kungota and Plintovec. Plački stolp is located on Plački vrh, near Zgornja Kungota. It can be reached by car, bicycle or on foot. As access conditions may change, it is advisable to check the latest information before visiting.

Every year on May 1, hikes to Plački stolp set out from Jurij, Svečina, Zgornja Kungota, Spodnja Kungota and Šentilj. In addition to the access options mentioned, there is also an annual hiking day with several starting points. The Sprehajalna pot na Čajžič walking trail is distinct for its views of two named destinations.

Wine Tastings and Food

At Vinogradništvo Hlupič, wine and bottled wine tastings are available by prior registration. Izletniška kmetija Elšnik offers tastings of its own wines and bottled wines, as well as cold cuts or open-faced sandwiches, homemade pastries, Gibanica and Štruklji. Vinogradniško izletniška kmetija Leber serves hot and cold dishes with its own wine; cellar wine tastings can be arranged on request. Vino Valdhuber offers tastings by prior arrangement.

At Vino Gaube, group tastings for up to 24 people are available by prior arrangement. Three-, four- and five-course menus, cold cuts with sides, and premium desserts are also available by prior arrangement. Opok offers guided wine tastings by prior registration only. Conditions differ by provider; when planning, take into account each provider’s registration, appointment or inquiry requirements.

Events

Martinova tržnica features wine tastings, a St. Martin’s celebration, the baptism of the new wine and live music. Held in June, Festival cvetje pecivo features, among other things, tournaments, workshops, lectures, flower and pastry exhibitions, a cultural program and a fire brigade parade. Programs may vary from one edition to another. If an event is a deciding factor in your stay, check the specific dates and program.

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