Biking

Krvavec Bike Park

The Krvavec Bike Park has no fewer than 27 km of marked cycling trails and downhill runs for all tastes and levels of cycling skills. Ride down 16 km of gravity-defying trails that are suitable for beginners, cyclists with advanced skills, and pros, who just want to spend an exciting day on their bike. At the same time, the park offers the greatest altitude difference in downhill runs among the bike parks in Slovenia.

Cycling on the Forest Trails

Explore the mystical forests of the Kočevje Region by bike. Discover amazing sights, natural and cultural landmarks and quaint villages from lovely trails of varying levels of difficulty – ranging from family-friendly bicycle paths to adrenaline pumping cross-country rides. If you’re more inclined toward the adrenaline, head over to the MTB Trail Center for a safe mountain bike ride. 

Bela krajina on a bicycle

Discover the beauty of Bela krajina on a bicycle. The diverse countryside with the surrounding Gorjanci and Kočevski Rog provide conditions for family biking as well as for those who like to test themselves on more demanding trails. There are 15 organised and marked cycling trails inviting you to explore. Along the River Kolpa you can take a ride on a rented electric bicycle along the river all the way from Metlika to Stari trg.

Cycling across picturesque plateaus

The Idrija hills are perfect for cyclists, as they provide a range of picturesque cycling trails offering unforgettable views, and riding is even easier with e-bikes that can be rented from local providers. The Idrija hills offer a wide range of cycling trails for every taste. Climbing the peaks of Idrija on a bike provides captivating views, while fans of downhill cycling will also find many opportunities for enjoyment.

Cycling and Culinary Adventure Through Istria

Take a cycling tour through Slovenian Istria. Your journey begins in Hrastovlje, where you can stock up on delicious snacks from the local Trček farm before visiting the Church of the Holy Trinity with its striking Dance of Death fresco. Continue along the marked K3 cycling route toward Dol pri Hrastovljah, where you can enjoy traditional Istrian cuisine at the Švab Inn. Conclude your trip with a spectacular view at St. Stephen’s Church in Zanigrad, overlooking the Hrastovlje valley and the sea.

Cycling in the Karst

Explore the most hidden corners of the Karst and discover sinkholes, Karst windows, intermittent lakes and of course underground caves. Visit the Karst Living Museum and the Glinščica Valley Nature park, the Eco-museum of the Pivka intermittent lakes and countless Karst valleys and buildings with medieval charm, such as Štanjel, Predjama, Prem and Snežnik castles.

Bike & Taste in Paradise Valley

Cycling in Vipava Valley is a special experience because it offers double pleasures. The beautiful and just-right rugged landscape, the varied cycling routes and the long season, which lasts all year round, are a delight for every cyclist. After an active day, reward yourself with a taste of local delicacies. Here you can literally cycle from taste to taste, which is why Vipava Valley and the Goriška region are considered a true cycling paradise.

Cycling Trips Around the Brda Region

Attractive in any season, this rural region is a cycling hotspot. Some 280 km of cycling routes wind all over this charmingly diverse landscape. Away from traffic-heavy roads, the routes serpentine through the narrow streets of closely-clustered villages. For easier, more comfortable uphill rides you can rent electric bikes.

Adventures in the Subterranean World of Mt Peca

Are you up for a ride on a bike or kayaking under the mountain? In the kingdom of King Matjaž, who according to a legend sleeps under Mt Peca, it is possible to do both. Explore former mining pits with mountain bikes or row the underground lake. Embark on a journey of awe-inspiring five-star experiences bearing the Slovenia Unique Experience label. You can also visit the underground world with an original mining train or you can explore it on foot.

A trip along the Solčava Panoramic Road

Explore the magnificent views of the Kamnik and Savinja Alps and the Logar Valley, stunning natural features, special cultural features, and enjoy the hospitality of tourist farms by bicycle or on foot. You can join the shepherd Krištof and visit more than 20 tourist points and help him find his lost sheep, while exploring the gems of the natural and cultural heritage of the Solčavsko region.

Biking through Bohinj

The Bohinj cycling route winds along the Upper and Lower Bohinj Valleys. The trail with culinary, cultural and natural surprises is completely detached from traffic and therefore appropriate for families, too. You may complete your biking trip with a tasting of cheese and other Bohinj delicacies.

Vršič – counting switchbacks, cottages and sights

Lying at 1,611 m ASL, Vršič is the highest mountain road pass in the eastern Julian Alps. It is one of the most challenging routes for cyclists and a starting point for ascending the nearby peaks. Several mountain huts provide spots where you can rest up along the mountain road from Kranjska Gora to Soča Valley. The path will take you past Lake Jasna, the Russian Chapel, a natural window in the walls of the Prisojnik mountain and the Heathen Maiden (Ajdovska Deklica) in the wall of Prisank.

Take your bicycle to Lake Vonarje

Hop on your bike and explore the surrounding area of this health resort. You will find interesting and exciting cycling trails that are ideal for every type of cyclist, as you can see numerous natural and cultural landmarks along the way. For example, you can take a ride to Lake Vonarje on the popular cycling trail between Rogaška Slatina and Podčetrtek.

Explorations by bike

Podčetrtek boasts over 35 km of cycling routes that are perfect for discerning cyclists and families alike. From Terme Olimia, where cycling equipment can be borrowed, set out on a round trip across the landscape rich with natural and cultural heritage.  You can also cycle along the well-kept route connecting Podčetrtek with the neighbouring Rogaška Slatina.

Biking around Dolenjska

Experience a unique feeling of freedom on a cycling adventure called Sava Krka Bike. Enjoy the light breeze from the gentle wine-growing hills between Šmarješke Toplice and Dolenjske Toplice. Ride your bike on trails in the shade of indigenous tree species in the surrounding area of Otočec Castle, which will take you all the way to Struga Castle.

Head to the heart of the Haloze Hills on foot or by bicycle

Walking or cycling on the gentle hills of Haloze on the right bank of the River Drava is a special experience, as travellers can only rarely have such a broad selection of trails. These trails take you amongst small hills and valleys and provide you with exquisite panoramic views of landscape covered in vineyards, old orchards, and forests. If you wish to experience a truly wonderful view of the Haloze Hills, Ptuj, and the Pohorje Hills, climb up to the Church of St Anna.