Slovenia is a land of world-class cycling champions and exceptional experiences on two wheels. From easy-going family routes and multi-day journeys through picturesque wine-growing regions to legendary mountain climbs rewarded with spectacular views, Slovenia’s diverse landscapes, versatile cycling routes and commitment to sustainable tourism create ideal conditions for a cycling holiday. Discover some of the country’s most beautiful and popular cycling routes and experience green Slovenia at your own pace.
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Photo: Alan Rumpf for the Slovenian Tourist Board
Cycling Challenges Across Slovenia
Some of Slovenia’s most beautiful cycling routes offer endless kilometres of cycling through varied landscapes – from Štajerska, Notranjska, the Karst, the Primorska region and central Slovenia to the Slovenian Alps.
Cyclists looking for something special are increasingly drawn to the Drava Cycling Route, while the Parenzana has long been a firm favourite. Both routes connect Slovenia with neighbouring countries. Juliana Bike and Trans Karavanke are popular choices for those seeking mountain views and the adventure of riding on gravel roads.
Slovenia Green – Sustainable Cycling Routes with Unique Experiences
Slovenia Green offers four cycling experiences with a special mission: they connect sustainable destinations and tourism providers bearing the Slovenia Green label, while telling the story of green Slovenia through memorable journeys on two wheels.
Choose from four Slovenia Green cycling routes:
- Bike Slovenia Green is the world’s first cycling tour to connect only destinations certified under the Slovenia Green sustainability scheme.
- Slovenia Green Gourmet Route combines culinary indulgence at sustainably minded restaurants – including Michelin-starred establishments – with breathtaking rides through vineyards and spa towns, with stops at tourist farms along the way.
- Slovenia Green Capitals Escape Route is the world’s second cycling route connecting destinations certified under the Slovenia Green scheme for sustainable tourism development.
- Slovenia Green Wellness Route combines exploring green Slovenia by bike with relaxing wellness experiences.
Photo: Alan Rumpf for the Slovenian Tourist Board
Long-Distance Cycling Routes for the Most Dedicated Cyclists
Many cyclists seek challenges that go beyond a single day, turning a ride into a true cycling journey. Multi-day cycling offers a different way to experience the landscapes, towns and villages along the route. If you are looking to add a new dimension to your cycling adventures, discover where you can embark on a long-distance cycling journey in Slovenia.
Family Cycling Adventures
Active families will find plenty of cycling destinations and routes that turn a day on two wheels into a real adventure and keep younger cyclists motivated along the way. For an active and healthy holiday, choose between mountain and coastal landscapes, the Pannonian plains or rolling hills. Find inspiration for family cycling experiences here.
Photo: Luka Svetič, Kobal Production
Cycling Routes Recommended by Tadej Pogačar and Primož Roglič
Tadej Pogačar and Primož Roglič, two of Slovenia’s world-class cyclists and ambassadors of Slovenian tourism, each have their favourite cycling routes around the country – routes they are also happy to recommend to friends visiting Slovenia.
Pogačar, a great fan of challenging climbs, counts the ascent to Krvavec among his favourites. Discover more of his recommended routes for cycling in Slovenia.
Together with his family, Roglič invites you to explore the vineyards and rolling landscapes of Štajerska by bike. Discover their family cycling journey through this picturesque region.
Even More Experiences for Road Cyclists
The success of Slovenia’s cyclists has helped establish the country as a leading destination for road cycling. Discover some of Slovenia’s most popular road cycling climbs and routes, including roads where Slovenia’s top cyclists have put in countless training kilometres.
Photo: Alan Rumpf for the Slovenian Tourist Board
Photo: Alan Rumpf for the Slovenian Tourist Board
EuroVelo Routes in Slovenia
Slovenia is part of the EuroVelo network, and its scenic and varied landscapes make it a natural destination for exploring by bike. Three EuroVelo routes cross the country, revealing the beauty of the Slovenian coast and Pomurje, while one takes you diagonally across Slovenia, from the wine-growing hills of Štajerska all the way to the sea. Find out where the EuroVelo routes can take you and set off on a cycling adventure through Slovenia.
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