Boat on the Mura
Bridge on the Mura
The boat on the Mura River is a cultural monument of a special kind, as it has been preserved as a means of transport for many years.
Ship's history
It has been here for over 150 years. Until 1922, crossing the river was only possible by ferry. It was used by the landowners for transporting timber and crops. As it became a border crossing in 1919, Before Slovenia's EU accession, there was also a customs office in the building by the port.. Unfortunately, the original ferry suffered wartime damage, as it was blown up by the Germans at the end of the war in 1945. Thus, seven years later, only one ferry operated across the river. Due to increasing demand, a new ferry was built between 1948 and 1950, which we modernised in 2000.
SHIP TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
A boat weighing 16 tonnes It is made up of two shallow boats, 11 metres long and 3.5 metres wide, connected by a platform. It is attached by a steel cable to a cross rope that is connected to the banks. It moves across the river with the help of the river current.
UNIQUE BORDER CROSSING
Today it is one of the four that still drive on the river and a unique international border crossing.
It is mainly used by tourists, since The international cycling routes cross the bridge. on foot.
360° view
Ship's timetable
- 15 March to 15 April 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- From 16 April to 31 May 09:00 – 20:00
- From 1 June to 15 September 8.00 – 21.00
- From 16 September to 15 October, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- 16 October to 15 November 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
BIKE RENTAL
Bicycles can be hired from the boat on the Mura River during the boat's operating hours. It is also possible to reserve a bicycle, and reservations can be made with the boatman or by mobile phone: 041 749 794.
