Nova Cerkev: Discover Cultural History and Holiday Apartments

Religious history, preserved village architecture, milling craftsmanship and events are among the defining features of Nova Cerkev. These include chapels, former ecclesiastical buildings, field and forest paths, and traditional festivals.

Culture and History

In Nova Cerkev, St. Leonard’s Church and St. Michael’s Chapel stand behind what was once a mighty fortification wall. St. Leonard’s is a former parish church dating from the 13th century. St. Michael’s Chapel is a Gothic chapel with reconstructed Baroque architectural paintings from the late 18th century. The windows in the presbytery and the entrance door have also been reconstructed. In this chapel, Anton Martin Slomšek held a Sunday school for his congregation. The blessed bishop served as chaplain in Nova Cerkev from 1827 to 1829.

As a reminder of this connection, the fully restored parish barn of Nova Cerkev from 2011 houses a memorial room dedicated to Anton Martin Slomšek. Every year, a varied series of events takes place there during the Slomšek Cultural Days.

Rural Heritage

The hamlet of Polže near Nova Cerkev preserves the appearance of a Slovenian Styrian village from the mid- and late 19th century and comprises five farmsteads. As a cultural hamlet, Polže also preserves rural architecture featuring a mill, a Venetian sawmill, hayracks, a black kitchen and a granary with a cellar.

Soržev mlin is located on a small island between the Hudinja River and a stream. Its water drives the wheels of the mill and the Venetian sawmill. Visitors can see the mill and Venetian sawmill in operation there. A range of milling products can also be purchased at Soržev mlin.

Walking and Cycling

The Slomšek Pilgrimage Trail leads from Frankolovo down to Nova Cerkev along field and forest paths. In addition, the Nova Cerkev sports and cycling club organizes a traditional cycling tour with a bicycle blessing. The route is 11 kilometres long and leads through the area of the local community. A recreational cycling route in Nova Cerkev is classified as easy and is intended to appeal particularly to young cyclists.

Events and Village Life

The festival calendar is also part of the local character. On 15 February 2026, the 38th traditional carnival took place in Nova Cerkev. More than 53 groups with 1,300 participants took part in the 2026 carnival procession. A horse blessing is scheduled in Nova Cerkev for St. Stephen’s Day. The event “Folklora na vasi” takes place in the village of Nova Cerkev under the linden trees.

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Other places at the same destination level: Celje, Dobrna, Štore, Vojnik.

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