The bell tower, originally built in the 17th century, was used as a fire lookout until the early 20th century.
The cathedral is the final resting place of Anton Martin Slomšek, who moved the seat of the Lavant diocese to Maribor in 1859.
The interior contains a notable series of paintings by the Styrian painter Anton Cebej.
The structure survived multiple fires and earthquakes that reshaped the surrounding Maribor old town.
The cathedral holds the status of a co-cathedral following administrative changes within the Slovenian Catholic Church.
Stolna župnija Maribor, formally the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, is a 12th-century Romanesque edifice located in the center of Maribor. The structure transitioned to Gothic styling in the 14th century and later underwent Baroque modifications. It serves as the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Maribor. Its prominent bell tower was historically used by local firefighters as an observation post to spot city fires. The interior features a significant collection of altars crafted by prominent sculptors like Jožef Holzinger. The cathedral houses the tomb of Blessed Anton Martin Slomšek, the first Bishop of Lavant and a key figure in Slovenian cultural history. The current building represents an amalgamation of architectural phases spanning over 800 years.
From the center of Slomškov trg, looking up at the interplay between the bell tower and the adjacent university architecture.
Visit the bell tower gallery for an elevated view of the historic city core.
Check the local parish bulletin posted near the entrance for current exhibition access.
Respect active religious services by avoiding entry during mass.
Attempting to enter the main altar area during scheduled liturgical services.
The cathedral may be restricted to worshippers only during significant liturgical feast days.
Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is expected; maintain silence inside.
