Ten unforgettable long-distance hiking and cycling adventures
Take your time and explore Slovenia at your own pace. Set off on a multi-day adventure along some of the country's most rewarding long-distance hiking and cycling trails.
Trails worth taking your time for
An active holiday doesn't necessarily mean rushing from one activity to the next. Sometimes, it's worth slowing down and focusing on the journey, not just the destination. A journey you can make on foot or by bike, at your own pace. A journey where you can stop without a second thought to take in the views, connect with nature, discover cultural heritage, explore local flavours and chat with the locals. A journey that will stay with you long after it's over and perhaps even lay the foundations for a new beginning.
Explore Slovenia step by step, kilometre by kilometre, along popular long-distance hiking and cycling trails that offer the perfect setting for multi-day adventures. Some of these trails have even caught the attention of the international media.
Hiking adventures: Unforgettable trails that stay with you
Multi-day hiking trails make for the best adventures when you're not in a hurry. When you can take a moment to put down your backpack and soak up the beauty of the views, or treat yourself to other experiences along the way. Here are some interesting long-distance trails where every day and every step is an opportunity for a new experience – you will discover diverse landscapes, hear local stories and collect memories that will stay with you long after your journey has ended. Trails that change you and enrich your life with new experiences.
Alpe Adria Trail: Three countries, three cultures, one trail
Total route length
750 km (145 km in Slovenia)
Total number of stages
43 (8 in Slovenia)
Average stage length
20-25 km
Average stage duration
6-8h
Difficulty
easy to medium
This long-distance hiking trail crosses Austria, Slovenia and Italy, connecting the Alpine world with the Adriatic Sea. It is an excellent choice for hikers who want to explore Alpine landscapes, rivers and mountain villages, discover the local history and enjoy authentic local experiences along the way. The Slovenian section of the trail takes you from Alpine town of Kranjska Gora through the Soča Valley to the wine-growing region of Brda, then across the Karst to the Gulf of Trieste. In 2026, the trail was named one of Europe's six best long-distance hiking trails by The Guardian.
Pohorje-Kozjak Trail: Escape into the forests of Pohorje and the wilderness of Kozjak
Total route length
187,5 km
Duration
63.5 h
Total number of stages
20 (10 Pohorje + 10 Kozjak)
Length of individual stages
4 to 15 km
Length of the Pohorje section
85,3 km
Length of the Kozjak section
102,2 km
This long-distance trail across Pohorje and Kozjak is a unique adventure for hikers looking to avoid the busiest trails. On one end, you'll find the green forests of Pohorje, with their pristine pockets of nature, welcoming mountain huts and ski slopes; on the other, the wild landscapes of Kozjak, dotted with secluded farms and remote places. BBC named the trail one of the most anticipated hiking trails of 2026.
Juliana Trail: A walk through the Kingdom of the Goldhorn
Total route length
270 + 102 km*
Total number of stages
16 + 7*
Average stage length
17-20 km
Average stage duration
5-7h
Difficulty
easy to medium
*4 approach trails from Goriška Brda and additional 3 to Breginjski Kot
The circular Juliana Trail takes you around the Julian Alps, offering an insight into life beneath the majestic peaks of Slovenia's highest mountain range. Along the way, you'll discover lush green valleys, towns and villages, rich natural and cultural heritage, as well as local people, their traditions and cuisine. The trail has also attracted the attention of a number of international media outlets. Just one year after its launch, the British Guild of Travel Writers (BGTW) recognised it as one of Europe's most innovative and exceptional tourism projects of 2020.
Slovenian Mountain Trail: A complete journey through Slovenia's Alpine World
Total route length
599 km
Duration
28 days
Difficulty
all levels of difficulty
One of Europe's oldest long-distance trails and the longest trail across the Slovenian territory is about much more than simply covering kilometres as you make your way up and down the mountains. It offers an opportunity to experience Slovenia's rich natural and cultural heritage, history and tradition, as well as its natural beauty, and the urban pulse of its towns and cities. In just one month, you can explore the entire Alpine region, from Pohorje and the Karavanke and Kamnik–Savinja Alps to the Julian Alps, as well as the pre-Alpine hills, the Karst and the coastal hinterland. An adventure that will change you and provide you with an unforgettable experience.
European long-distance path E6: A hiking adventure from the Drava River to the Adriatic Sea
Route length in Slovenia
350 km
Duration
20 days
Difficulty
easy to medium
The E6 international long-distance trail connects European countries along a north–south axis. The Slovenian section takes you from Radlje ob Dravi to the coastal town of Strunjan. What makes it special is that it takes you through some of Slovenia's less-visited places. The trail leads you across the green Pohorje Hills to the Zasavje Hills, through the Dolenjska region to the remote areas of Notranjska, and across the Brkini Hills to Slovenian Istria.
This cross-border cultural trail takes you through the Soča Valley, across the Brda and Karst regions all the way to the Adriatic Sea. Travelling along this trail is much more than just admiring the stunning landscape that gradually transitions from Alpine scenery into the gentle charm of the Mediterranean. It is also a journey of remembrance, offering a reminder of the events of the First World War as it connects memorials and the remains of the Isonzo Front. Due to its outstanding cultural and historical significance, the trail has been recognised as a Cultural Route of the Council of Europe and included on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List.
Cycling adventures: Every kilometre of the journey tells a new story
Feel the freedom of the wind in your hair and set off towards new cycling adventures. Explore trails that will inspire you at every stage – whether they challenge your endurance with steep climbs or offer a more leisurely ride and the chance to enjoy the scenery. Along the way, you'll discover new experiences, savour excellent cuisine and meet warm and welcoming people.
Trans Dinarica: A cycling adventure through the Dinaric Karst
Length of the trail
262 km
Number of stages
4
Elevation gain
4,570 m
This multi-day long-distance cycling adventure takes you through the Dinaric–Karst landscapes of eight countries in the Western Balkans. The Slovenian section is an excellent gateway to a journey combining natural landscapes, lesser-known roads and hidden corners between the Alpine and Karst worlds. Since its launch, the route has attracted considerable attention from the international media and was recognised by Lonely Planet as one of its Best in Travel 2024 experiences.
The Drava Cycling Route follows the course of the Drava River from its source to its confluence. The Slovenian section reveals the beauty of the hilly Koroška region and the wine-growing Štajerska region. It is the perfect way to begin exploring the experiences that await along the route – from visiting Maribor, home to the world's oldest vine, to discovering Ptuj, Slovenia's oldest town. You can combine the route with the popular Štrekna cycling route between Velenje and Dravograd, which follows a former railway line. Both routes are finalists for the 2026 ECTN Awards.
The Slovenian Mountain Bike Route: An epic challenge that moves you
Length of the trail
1,800 km
Number of stages
43
Elevation gain
50,000 m
Highest point
1,691 m
Difficulty
difficult
This circular mountain bike route is a treat for every mountain biker. The adventure takes you across all of Slovenia's most distinctive types of terrain – from the forested and grassy slopes of Pohorje and the Karavanke, and the steep terrain of the Kamnik–Savinja and Julian Alps, to the Dinaric–Karst world and other diverse hilly landscapes. The main route is technically accessible and follows quieter roads, forest tracks, gravel tracks and trails.
Slovenia Green Cycling Routes: More than cycling – an experience
Cycling is already one of the most sustainable ways to explore a destination. But when combined with a variety of experiences, a multi-day cycling journey becomes an unforgettable adventure. The six sustainable Slovenia Green cycling tours connect green destinations and providers, taking you to gourmet experiences, along the path of wellbeing, through green towns, into the embrace of the Solčavsko region, among the majestic forests of the Kočevsko region, and across the diverse landscapes of the Pannonian region. In short, these are routes worth your time.
Like its hiking counterpart, the circular Juliana Bike trail takes you through the beautiful landscapes at the foot of the Julian Alps. This does not mean you'll miss out on cycling challenges – from climbing renowned mountain passes and reaching scenic plateaus to descending along forest trails. Along the way, you'll enjoy stunning views of the majestic Alpine peaks. The varied route is the perfect challenge for a multi-day adventure that you can enjoy at your own pace, taking time between stages to explore towns, villages and attractions.
If you enjoy hiking or cycling, Slovenia offers plenty of other opportunities for exploration. Discover more long-distance trails that you can complete in a single day, one stage at a time or enjoy over several days at a more leisurely pace.
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Slovenia offers hikers and cyclists countless opportunities to actively explore its natural landscapes, towns and regions. But there are plenty of other adventures to enjoy too – experiences that will stay with you. On land, in the water and in the air.
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