You are warmly invited to the opening of the exhibition VIKTOR MARKELJ – MOSTOVI (BRIDGES), which will take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 5 p.m. at the Gallery in Slovenska Bistrica Castle.The exhibition presents the work and oeuvre of structural engineer Dr Viktor Markelj, whose bridges have made a significant contribution to the Slovenian and international engineering landscape. A bridge is not merely a technical structure that spans obstacles and distances; it is also a symbol of connection and dialogue between nature, technology and people. The exhibition brings together innovation, structural precision and spatial integration, reflecting the principles of large-scale construction in both natural and urban environments.Dr. Viktor Markelj (1958) is a Partner, Managing Director and a Senior Bridge designer of Ponting Bridges. His notable bridges include
the Ada Bridge in Belgrade (2012),
Puh Bridge in Ptuj (2007),
Pedestrian drawbridge in Gdansk (2017),
Bridge over Mura River (2003) and
Railway viaduct Pesnica (2023). A winner of many awards for his engineering expertise and a lecturer that passes the knowledge to future generations at University of Maribor.
The installation and curatorial concept are by architect Nande Korpnik, Professor at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering and Architecture, University of Maribor. The exhibition features photographs by various photographers, as well as the author of the projects himself.
The exhibition will be on view until March 15, 2027.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Event details:
- Date and time: September 24, 2026, 17:00 (CET)
- Location: Gallery in Slovenska Bistrica Castle, Grajska ulica 11, 2310 Slovenska Bistrica, Slovenia
- Exhibition dates: September 24, 2026 – March 15, 2027
