Apače: Living Between the Mura and the Slovene Hills

What if you could wake up each day in a peaceful setting, surrounded by nature yet still close to everything you need for a comfortable life? Apače, a small municipal centre between the Mura River and the Slovene Hills, combines a rural character with access to essential services and good connections to nearby towns and Austria.

The town is particularly appealing to individuals, couples and families looking for more space, privacy and a slower pace of life without giving up convenient access to larger urban centres.

Between the Mura River and the Slovene Hills

Apače lies in the central part of the Apače Plain at an elevation of between 210 and 230 metres. The area is bordered by the Mura River to the north, which forms Slovenia’s national border with Austria, while the landscape gradually rises into the Slovene Hills to the south. The area is characterised by meadows, forests, farmland, gravel pits and former river channels. Its flat landscape provides excellent conditions for walking, cycling and other forms of outdoor recreation.

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The Municipality of Apače has approximately 3,580 residents. With around 67 residents per square kilometre, it is considerably less densely populated than the Slovenian average, contributing to its peaceful, rural character.

Historical Milestones and the Establishment of the Municipality

Slovene- and German-speaking communities have shaped the Apače Plain throughout its history. After the First World War, the area became part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes, and Slovene began to play a more prominent role in public life.

The Second World War and post-war migration significantly changed the area’s population. Families from various parts of Slovenia, particularly Prekmurje, moved into the vacated homes and played an important role in shaping the cultural identity of the Apače Plain as it is known today.

Apače became an independent municipality in 2007, when it separated from the Municipality of Gornja Radgona. Today, the municipality comprises 21 settlements, with Apače serving as its administrative and service centre.

Everyday Life and Access to Services

In the centre of Apače, the primary school, kindergarten, health centre, pharmacy, library, shops and other everyday services are all within walking distance. Families therefore have access to essential educational facilities in their immediate local area.

Secondary schools, larger shops and a wider range of healthcare, administrative and other services are available in Gornja Radgona, Murska Sobota and other nearby towns.

Approximate distances from Apače:

Gornja Radgona: 7 km
Bad Radkersburg: 10 km
Murska Sobota: 23 km
Šentilj: 25 km
Maribor: 37 km
Graz: 55 km

Good road connections provide convenient access to larger Slovenian towns and make daily travel to Austria easier. This border location is also attractive to those who work, do business or regularly attend to other commitments across the border.

Nature, Recreation and Local Heritage

The proximity of the Mura River, the flat landscape and established cycling routes offer many opportunities for an active lifestyle. The surrounding area is ideal for walking, cycling and exploring the natural and cultural attractions of the Apače Plain.

An uninterrupted cycling route of approximately 11 kilometres runs between Gornja Radgona and Žepovci. The pedestrian and cycling bridge across the Mura in Črnci connects the Slovenian and Austrian sides of the river and complements the network of cross-border recreational routes.

Notable examples of local heritage include the Parish Church of the Assumption of Mary, historic buildings and the preserved features of the rural landscape. Together, the natural surroundings and cultural heritage create a distinctive sense of place closely linked to the Mura River and the history of this border region.

Current Development in Apače

In recent years, Apače has been developing primarily in the areas of public infrastructure, healthcare, sustainable mobility and housing. A major addition is the new health centre, which opened in June 2026. Its modern facilities provide family medicine, dental care and additional specialist services.

A new mixed-use commercial and residential development is also contributing to the town’s growth. Prospective buyers can explore new apartments for sale and semi-detached homes, expanding the choice of modern housing in Apače.

New investment is improving access to services and strengthening Apače’s role as a local centre, while the town retains its close connection to nature and the character of a less densely populated environment.

Living in Apače

Apače combines a slower pace of life, essential services close to home, proximity to nature and good connections to nearby towns and Austria. It is particularly well suited to those who wish to live outside larger urban centres while retaining access to education, healthcare, shops and other everyday services.

As infrastructure and the local housing market continue to develop, Apače is creating new opportunities for modern living while preserving what defines it most: space, nature and a peaceful rural setting.

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