Vodovodni stolp Brežice
Renovated water tower from 1914 with interactive exhibitions on water and a 360-degree view over Brežice.
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About the museum
The water tower was built in 1914 for the town's water supply, at the same time as an oil-fired power station that drove the pumps. Water collected in the reservoir at the top of the tower and from there flowed through the network to the homes of Brežice. In 1983 the tower was disconnected from the water network; today it is the only water tower in Slovenia that is fully accessible to visitors.
The tower is cylindrical and 46 metres high. During the renovation its interior was arranged over eight levels (basement, ground floor and six upper floors), where original objects, replicas and modern technologies present stories of technical progress, love, and the connection of nature and culture. The viewpoint in the former reservoir offers a view of Brežice and its surroundings; it can be reached by stairs or by lift.
Next to the tower stands a pavilion, which houses the reception, an information point, a souvenir shop and a café. The building is managed by the Posavski muzej Brežice; the owner is the Municipality of Brežice. According to legend, eight wooden hearts on the rim of the reservoir commemorate the unrequited love of a high-ranking official.
Highlights
- The only water tower in Slovenia fully open to visitors
- Interactive exhibitions on the heritage of water supply and on the renovation of the tower
- Viewpoint in the former reservoir with views in all directions
- Access by stairs or lift
- Legend of the eight hearts on the rim of the reservoir
Permanent exhibition
- Interaktivne razstave o vodi in prenovi stolpa – The seven floors of the tower present stories about water supply, technical progress, and the connection of nature and culture, partly with original objects and replicas.
- Operated by
- Posavski muzej Brežice (javni zavod); lastnica Občina Brežice
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €10 |
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| Reduced | €7students, pupils and primary school children (pensioners €8) |
| Children & teens | €7Students, pupils (with proof) and primary school children. |
| Seniors | €8 |
| Groups (11+ people) | €7 per personOrganised groups of more than 10 people: adults €7, students, pupils and primary school children €5, pensioners €6. |
| Families | €25Family ticket. |
| Combined ticket museum and Water Tower – adults | €14Students, pupils and primary school children €9, pensioners €10, families €30. |
The guided tour of the tower is included in the admission price. Educational programmes cost €2 (with a combined ticket €1).
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Stairs or a lift lead to the viewpoint.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Family ticket | €25 · Family ticket. |
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- Family tours & workshops
The exhibitions are interactive and interesting for all generations; educational programmes are available for schools.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
- Café
- Museum shop
In the pavilion beside the tower there is a café and a souvenir shop with products from local providers; there is also a tourist information centre.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
The museum rents out the 5th and 6th floors of the tower and other rooms; details are on the page “Uporaba prostorov” (room hire).
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Visits are guided; booking is required. |
