How to reach the Castle

How to get to Celje Castle & parking

By bike:

Celje Castle is also accessible for cyclists who want an active climb and a view. The route requires some endurance, but is rewarded with a beautiful panorama and an unforgettable experience.

On arrival, bike racks are available in the car park, where you can leave your bike safely.

Download the route: https://www.visitcelje.eu/product/the-castle-loop-cycling-route/.

On foot along the Castle Trails:

The Castle Trails lead to Celje Castle and are 2 km long. The trails are signposted and suitable for hikers of all ages and fitness levels.

Starting point: car park at the confluence of the Voglajna and Savinja rivers
Length of the trail:

Geological trail (900 m)

Pelican trail (750 m)

Trail under the rocks (200 m)

Information about the trail:

Elevation difference: 140 m

Duration of the trail: approx. 60 minutes (circular trail)

The trails are designed to be suitable for families with children, beginner hikers and all those who want to have a relaxing walk in nature. The new Geological Trail is unique as it takes visitors through geological time – the special features of the area are revealed on wooden pillars and carved into stone steps.

Fun for the little ones and rest for all

Hikers will surely remember the games along the trail: a slide, a wooden nest, climbing pyramids, a climbing platform and much more. There are also benches with imaginative designs for resting or admiring nature.

Observation deck

A special experience awaits you on the glass observation deck, which “floats” above the castle’s skyline. It offers unique views of Celje and the surrounding area, which will surely delight all hikers.

By car:

For visitors to Celje Castle, free parking is available in the immediate vicinity of the castle. You can park on asphalt or gravel, all days during the castle’s opening hours.

Arriving by bus or public transport:

We offer quick and easy access for our group visitors – buses can stop for a short stop (up to 10 minutes) at the Celjski grad car park to allow passengers to get on and off the bus safely. For longer parking, there are bus parking facilities in the Municipality of Celje. More information here: https://www.zpo.si/?lang=en.

You can also reach Celje Castle comfortably by public transport! The Celebus city bus, line 5, will take you right to the foot of the castle. The bus runs every day except Sunday and Holidays and the timetable is available here: https://www.nomago.si/en.

Notice for buses – recommended route due to construction work

Due to extensive construction work in the surroundings of Celje Castle (more information below), we recommend that buses use an adapted, less busy route to reach the castle.

Recommended route for buses (from Laško or Celje-center exit):
Mariborska ulica → Kidričeva ulica → Teharska ulica → Popovičeva ulica → Road to the castle

⚠️ Important notice for visitors – construction works

Polule area – Zagrad
A major infrastructure project is being carried out in the Polule area – the construction of a new bridge, which will significantly improve flood and traffic safety and connectivity in the area. The construction works will be carried out in several phases, which will affect the traffic regime and require adjustments for both drivers and pedestrians.

Full closure: Local road LC036041 will be fully closed to traffic in several phases.

Detours: appropriate detours will be available during the closure.

Restrictions: Vehicles over 3.5 t will not be allowed to cross the Poluski Bridge.

Access by bus

For buses, we recommend the following route:
Mariborska ulica → Kidričeva ulica → Teharska cesta → Popovičeva ulica → Cesta na grad

Teharje area
Construction work is also underway on Teharska cesta, where there will be alternating two-way traffic, and occasionally there will be complete closures.
The scope of works includes the rehabilitation of 205 metres of water mains and the reconstruction of the pavement and the public road.