Plague Column, Maribor

Name: Plague Column
Address: Glavni trg, Maribor, Slovenia

#11 among attractions in Maribor

Top attraction, Historical place, Monuments and statues, Sacred and religious sites

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The Plague Column is a monument at Main Square of the city of Maribor, northeastern Slovenia, erected by "pious burghers" in gratitude for the end of a 1680 plague epidemic that had claimed a third of the city's population. The original monument was built in 1681. The current one is a 1743 replacement, the first work by the German sculptor Joseph Straub in Maribor. It is considered his most monumental work, and one of the best examples of baroque art in Slovenia. ()

Local name: Kužno znamenje, Maribor Coordinates: 46°33'27"N, 15°38'43"E

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Glavni trgMaribor Slovenia

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Plague Column – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadion Ljudski vrt, Studenci Footbridge, Cathedral, Maribor Synagogue.

0.4 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Football, Sport venue
Stadion Ljudski vrt, Maribor
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0.4 miW
Bridge
Studenci Footbridge, Maribor
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~550 ftN
Unique cathedral with a bell tower
Cathedral, Maribor
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~670 ftSE
Synagogue
Maribor Synagogue, Maribor
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~1440 ftNE
Forts and castles, Baroque architecture
Maribor Castle, Maribor
7 min walk • Maribor Castle, a historical fortress nestled in the heart of Maribor, Slovenia's second-largest city, stands as a testament to the region's rich past. Originally constructed in the 15th century, this castle has been a central figure in the city's defense, culture,...
~1450 ftNE
Church, Romanesque revival architecture, Romanesque architecture
Basilica of Our Mother of Mercy, Maribor
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~120 ftNE
City hall
Maribor Town Hall, Maribor
1 min walk • Maribor Town Hall, nestled in the heart of Maribor, Slovenia's charming old city, is a historic landmark and a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. This elegant building, characterized by its Renaissance architecture, has stood as a symbol of civic pride...
~30 ftE
Neighbourhood, Historical place, Square
Main square, Maribor
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Maribor, Slovenia's second-largest city, lies the Main Square (Glavni trg), a historical and cultural hub that has served as the city's focal point for centuries. This picturesque square is surrounded by colorful buildings that exhibit a mixture...
0.8 miN
Nature, Hill, Natural attraction
Kalvarija Hill, Maribor
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~880 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Performing arts
Slovene National Theatre, Maribor
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~230 ftS
Tower
Maribor Water Tower, Maribor
2 min walk • The Maribor Water Tower is a medieval fortified tower in the city of Maribor, Slovenia. The late-Renaissance tower stands directly abuts the Drava River and dates from 1555. It is of pentagonal form and consists of massive stone blocks interspersed with embrasures.

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Which popular attractions are close to Plague Column?

Nearby attractions include Main square, Maribor (1 min walk), Maribor Town Hall, Maribor (1 min walk), Maribor Water Tower, Maribor (2 min walk), Old Vine, Maribor (3 min walk).

How to get to Plague Column by public transport?

The nearest stations to Plague Column:

Bus

Koroška - Poštna • Lines: 12, 15, 151, 17, 19, 3, 7 (2 min walk)
Glavni trg - Židovska • Lines: 1, 10, 12, 13, 15, 151, 16, 18, 19, 2, 20, 21, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, Krožna 1, Krožna 2 (2 min walk)

Train

Maribor Tabor (11 min walk)
Maribor Studenci (15 min walk)