Pogačar's five favourite cycling experiences in Slovenia

Where in Slovenia does Tadej Pogačar like to go?

The best cyclist in the world, four-time winner of the Tour de France and ambassador of Slovenian tourism, Tadej Pogačar uses every moment at home for cycling tours through the diverse landscapes of Slovenia. There is no road in the country that he has not cycled on, so he has now revealed his TOP cycling destinations and experiences in Slovenia.

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Cycling routes amidst the most beautiful views of the Julian Alps

The Julian Alps inspire cyclists of all kinds. Standing out among cycling experiences is the Juliana Bike circular bicycle touring route, featuring 10 stages and 290 kilometres, offering the most beautiful views of the highest Slovenian peaks and taking you through the vast forests of the Triglav National Park.  Those who are looking for less difficult cycling tours can go on shorter, single-day or multiple-day cycling tours, and you can also travel a part of the journey by train on the Bohinj railway, part of the famous railway connection between Europe and the Adriatic Sea.

Experience Juliana Bike

Cycling routes among vineyards where world-renown Slovenian wine matures

TAs a great lover of good food and fine wines, it comes as no surprise that Tadej chose Goriška Brda, known to cycling enthusiasts as the Slovenian host of the cross-border stages of the Tour of Italy, as one of his five favorite cycling experiences in Slovenia.This picturesque landscape, which connects the Alps and the Mediterranean, features more than 280 kilometres of cycling routes among villages and hills. In Goriška Brda you can cycle in all seasons of the year and pamper your taste buds with exceptional culinary delights, which you will probably enjoy on the scenic terraces of many wine cellars and homesteads. Many of them also offer accommodation that will lull you into the most beautiful sleep, which will be well deserved after you cycle all those kilometres.

Discover the culinary cycling route

A mountain paradise for cycling enthusiasts just outside the Slovenian capital

From the early morning, bathed in the first rays of the sun, the Kamnik-Savinja Alps invite every visitor to Ljubljana to enjoy mountain views just 30 minutes' drive from the capital. Velika Planina is one of the most popular destinations for cyclists who need true mountain challenges. Featuring many shepherd cottages, this picturesque plateau which has preserved traditional Alpine transhumance, left its biggest mark in the 2022 Tour of Slovenia race, during which Tadej Pogačar and his teammate Rafal Majka played the famous "rock paper scissors" game ahead of the finish line.   In the embrace of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps you will find suitable cycling routes even for the youngest ones - the valley of Kamniška Bistrica is an excellent valley cycling route for less difficult cycling adventures.

Cycling in the Kamnik–Savinja Alps

Escape to nature in the embrace of the forests of Pohorje

The hometown of Tadej's fiancée, Urška Žigart lies at the foot of the Pohorje plateau, which is considered the most popular destination for recreation and outdoor experiences in north-eastern Slovenia. A natural oasis just outside Maribor will inspire you with cycling routes for road and mountain bikers. Numerous natural sights in the embrace of the vast forests of Pohorje convince even the most passionate cyclists to stop and enjoy the diverse natural environment. After that, don't forget to pamper your taste buds with the delicious Štajerska cuisine and relax in thermal spas, which will recharge you with energy for conquering new cycling routes.

Cycling experiences of Pohorje

Slovenia's cycling challenge: Vršič and Mangart Saddle

If it is true that every Slovenian must climb the country's highest peak, Triglav, at least once in their lifetime, then cycling enthusiasts must conquer two exceptional spots at least once in their lifetime: the highest mountain pass in Slovenia – Vršič, and the peak of the highest mountain road in Slovenia - the Mangart Saddle. For Tadej Pogačar, the cycling tour that includes the climb to Vršič and the Mangart Saddle is an exceptional training opportunity that also offers the bonus of the most beautiful views of the highest peaks of the Julian Alps.

Explore Slovenia on a bicycle like Tadej Pogačar

Has Slovenia been on your wish list of cycling experiences for a long time? Now you have another five great reasons to make your wishes come true. Cycling experiences in the homeland of the best cyclist in the world, picked by Pogačar himself, will help you plan unforgettable cycling holidays. Experience the homeland of the best cyclist in the world as chosen by the champion himself!