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There is always plenty to do at Slovenia’s mountain resorts during the summer

Slovenian mountain sports centres are busy all summer long. Most of them are excellent starting points for hiking and cycling trips, but they are also an outdoor playground for exciting adventures and activities.

In summer, the slopes are used for hiking and cycling instead of skiing.

There is always something going on at Slovenian mountain resorts. While the skiers take a break, the green trails come alive with hikers and cyclists exploring the lush surroundings. Mountain resorts are a great starting point for exploring the mountains. There are bike parks, summer toboggan runs and other attractions for those who want to get their adrenaline pumping. The more secluded corners are perfect for relaxing and meditating in the nature. 

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Top activities to spice up your summer on the slopes

Although each mountain resort offers something different in the summertime, they all have something in common. Discover available summer activities.

A person with a backpack stands in a sunlit forest clearing, surrounded by tall pine trees.

Hiking – The extensive network of hiking trails offers amazing views and is an excellent starting point for challenging high-mountain tours. Parks, playgrounds and themed trails encourage children to be more active.

Two cyclists stand on a wooden platform with bikes. One drinks from a bottle, the other holds a map. They overlook a scenic landscape with trees and blue sky.

Cycling – The steep yet accessible roads to mountain resorts often pose a huge challenge for road cyclists. However, the well-maintained unpaved roads at ski resorts and other beautiful forest trails are a delight for all mountain bikers and trekking cyclists. You can also rent electric mountain bikes at all mountain resorts.

People are joyfully tubing down a grassy slope on a green, netted track.

Adrenaline adventures – Mountain resorts provide a variety of activities that will surely give you an adrenaline rush. Well-kept bike parks, summer toboggan runs, and exciting tricycle rides down the green slopes will get your adrenaline pumping. You can also try traversing between treetops with ropes at adrenaline parks.

Three children are crouched in a forest, closely inspecting the ground with curiosity. They are surrounded by trees and green grass.

Nature adventures – Explore fascinating themed trails and magical villages, or dive into exciting adventures that combine fun with valuable experiences at the country's mountain resorts.

What you can do in mountain resorts in summer?

Summer at Slovenia's mountain resorts is just as lively as winter. They offer a wide range of activities suitable for all ages.  Take a look at all the various activities on offer at the resorts.

Rogla

In the summer, the popular skiing destination of the Zreče Pohorje becomes a venue for a variety of outdoor activities for every generation. There are several themed trails to enjoy, including the Jezernik Water Park and the Zlodej’s Land, an excellent Bike Park, the Mašinžaga Adventure Park with its mountain tricycles and a rollercoaster zipline, and an extensive network of cycling trails in the heart of the Pohorje forests.

Adventure in the heart of the Pohorje forests on Rogla

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Mašinžaga Adventure Park and the Flying Coaster

Mašinžaga Adventure Park and the Flying Coaster

If you are up for some adrenaline rush, make sure to stop by Mašinžaga Adventure Park. Although the main attraction is the Flying Coaster, you can choose from a variety of other exciting activities.

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Bike Park Rogla

Bike Park Rogla

In the middle of the Pohorje forest, a cycling park with 10,000 m of trails of varying difficulty levels awaits you. The youngest cyclists can gain experience on the cycling track at the top of Rogla.

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Pohorje village

Pohorje village

In Pohorje village children can learn about the life and work of locals from Pohorje in an interesting way. Each of the nine Pohorje houses features an entertaining game, which will not only entertain children, but also get their brains and imagination...

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The Zreče Pohorje by bike

The Zreče Pohorje by bike

Rogla is the perfect starting point for both adrenaline-seeking mountain bikers and fans of idyllic cycling trips on gravel bikes. You can also rent bikes and equipment there.

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Tree Top Walk

Tree Top Walk

Discover nature as birds see it. Take a walk amongst the treetops, make a stop at adrenaline and educational stations and enjoy a magnificent view from a 37-metre tower.

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Summer sledging course Zlodej

Summer sledging course Zlodej

For a big hit of adrenaline, descend down a 1,360-metre, winding sledging course that promises fun for the whole family.

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Jezernik's Water Trail

Jezernik's Water Trail

Do you know about Jezernik, a merman who lives at Rogla? Take a trip to his kingdom amongst spruce trees along a forest creek up to a clearing, where Jezernik's water park awaits you. There, you will learn about little mills, decant and learn about...

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Gnome's trail

Gnome's trail

Have you already met the roguish Pohorje gnome? Hike along the Gnome's Educational Trail and combine activity in the fresh air with gaining new knowledge and skills, creativity and fun.

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Photo credits: Unitur d.o.o

Krvavec

Krvavec is a popular ski resort overlooking the town of Cerklje na Gorenjskem. It is located just a few kilometres from Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana. Cyclists know it for the Krvavec Climb, and mountain bikers for the Bike Park, which has the highest altitude difference in Slovenia. "Krvavec Adventure Park offers a variety of activities, including rock climbing and archery, summer tubing and tricycling, making it a popular destination for all-day fun.

Experience a summer on Krvavec

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Kranjska Gora

This well-known winter sports complex, where world-class alpine skiers and ski jumpers compete, offers many active outdoor adventures in the summer too. You can choose from a variety of hiking and walking trails of varying difficulty, which lead to breathtaking views. In summer, Kranjska Gora is a popular destination for cyclists, mountaineers and climbers of all kinds. If you miss the winter, visit Planica, where you can enjoy the unique experience of cross-country skiing on real snow even in the middle of summer.

Varied summer adventures in Kranjska Gora

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Mariborsko Pohorje

In summer, the largest mountain centre in Slovenia is an excellent starting point for hikes and bike tours. Mariborsko Pohorje is a mountain biker’s paradise, since it is home to one of the largest bike parks and has also hosted several top-ranking international downhill mountain bike competitions. Those who enjoy soaring through the air can also make the most of Pohorje, as it is an ideal location for paragliding.

Experience Mariborsko Pohorje through outdoor activities

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Soriška Planina

Soriška Planina is a mountain pasture that connects the Alpine area of the Julian Alps with their foothills. It is a popular tourist destination in both summer and in winter. This mountain resort is an amazing starting point for wonderful walks and bike rides in the surrounding mountains. It holds historical significance as the site where the Rapallo border between the former Kingdom of Italy and the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenians once stood, with remnants still visible today. The Lajnar Guesthouse is famous for its exquisite cuisine and culinary events.

Visit Soriška planina in the summer

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Gače

Gače Ski Resort is surrounded by unspoilt nature and is located near the town of Novo Mesto. It is a popular vantage point and excursion destination for the people from the Dolenjska and Bela Krajina regions. There you will find an adventure park, easy hiking trails and a network of unpaved roads that are ideal for biking. You can also rent electric mountain bikes.

Summer adventures in the Gače centre

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Golte Ski Resort

There is a saying on Golte: "What’s good for the body is good for the soul." Golte Ski Resort is a popular destination for bikers and hikers in the Upper Savinja Valley. It is one of Slovenia's highest climbs for road cyclists, while mountain bikers enjoy trails in the surrounding hills and valleys. At Golte Ski Resort you'll find their Alpine Garden to soothe the soul, while their climbing wall, zipline and freefall will get your adrenaline flowing. 

Stay active in the Golte outdoors

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Photo credits: Golte d.o.o.

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