Slovenia is a land full of adventure.  “Green is more than a colour in Slovenia.  It is ‘Slovene green‘ that expresses the balance between calmness of nature and diligence of the Slovene people.  It stands for intact nature and our focus to keep it that way, for lifestyle equilibrium and an orientation towards nature.” – National Branding.  Slovenia has more forest than you will know what to do with.  Offering diverse terrain suitable for expert riders, Slovenia offers less technical terrain for beginners as well. If you know how to ride though, this is a place to check out.

The Slovenian Coast offers some of the most beautiful trails in the world.  Each region offerse diverse terrain from rolling hills to cloud poking mountains, appreciate spectacular views from just about anywhere.  For the enthusiasts seeking a more advanced challenge, check out the northwest region of Slovenia. Here, you can pedal through the Alpine Valleys with views breathtaking views of the Julian Alps.

Here are the top 5 biking tours in Slovenia…

1. Vremščica With A View Of The Ocean

Cycle to the top of Vremščica. This trail starts near the world-famous Skocjan Caves and rides along the karstic Reka River. On this trail you will experience views of the largest underground canyon. The views open to the hamlets – (a group of houses or small village) located above the cliffs, and this is where you can first see the start of the trail to the top of Vremščica.

These trails lead across meadows and hiking paths to the summit of Vremščica. The last ascent is the steepest to get to the top. At the summit, you will have a chance to embrace the views of the Slovenian coast with the Adriatic Sea.

This tour is not as physically demanding as others, so it is also suitable for beginners. The descent is a bit more technical below the railway at Famlje village. If you are more experienced, you can also ride down to the lower part of the canyon at this point of the trail.

Zasavska Sveta gora, also known as Zasavje Holy mountain, is one of the more popular viewing points in central Slovenia. It is located up on a ridge that slopes down to the Sava River valley as well as the narrow Kandršica valley. Because of the diverse terrain and sights of cultural heritage, this is one of our favorite mountain bike trails in Slovenia.

These MTB routes lead you on the macadam, asphalt and forest tracks. This bikingtour lasts about 1.5 hours and cover roughly 17 kilometers, or 10.5 miles. This trail is recommended for more experienced cyclists with lots of steep ascents. Your journey will start in the town of Litija and continue across the Sava River to the Panovič Castle. From here, you will cycle across the valley of the brook Vidrnica, where the trail starts to ascend to the Castle Ljubek. At Vače, turn for Klenik onto a cart track that slopes to the top of Zasavska Gora.

3. Mt. Matajur And The Soča River Valley

Zasavska Sveta gora or the Zasavje Holy mountain is one of the most popular locations in central Slovenia. It is located on up on the ridge and slopes down to The Sava River valley into the narrow Kandršica valley.  Because of the diverse terrain and lots of cultural heritage, this is one of our favorite mountain bike trails in Slovenia.

These MTB routes ride through macadam to asphalt and wooded trails.  This biking tour lasts about 1.5 hours and is roughly 17 kilometers, or 10.5 miles.  This route is better suited for more experienced riders with more endurance for steeper climbs.  Your journey starts in the town of Litija and continues across the Sava River to the Panovič Castle.  From here you will cycle across the valley of the brook Vidrnica.  This is where the trail starts to ascend towards the Castle Ljubek.  At Vače, turn for Klenik onto a cart track that slopes to the top of Zasavska Gora.

4. From Lake Bled to Kranjska Gora

This trail runs from Lake Bled to Kranjska Goraand amazing Lake Jasna where you cycle through the alpine countryside. Experience theUpper Radovna River Valley with views of the highest peaks of the Julian Alpsthat take you through the valley in the south side. This trail offerseasyascents and descentsthat alternate throughout the trip.

A distance away from the villages of Spodnje, Zgornje Gorje, and Krnica hamlet, you will follow theriverbed of Radovna River.  Once you get close to the end of the valley, it leads you to the Krnica Valley with smaller Lake Jasna.  Here you can cool off and go for a swim in the warmer seasons.  In the winter though, Kranjska Gora ski resort is only 2 kilometers away from the lake.

5. Triglav National Park with Radovna Valley

This trip through Triglav National Park  the heart of the Triglav National Park.

This tour tour takes about 2 to 3 hours and totals roughly 16 to 18 kilometers, or  10-12 miles. The start of this trail is more enduring than the rest climbing to Krnica hamlet. Once you reach the summit and take in the views, it’s time for the descent. Ride the downhill to the alpine valley, followed by easy ascents and descents on the forest and gravel paths.

AOn your ride there, you will appreciate the views of the tallest peaks of the Julian Alps.  Triglav National Park mountain bike trail includes great sights such as Napoleon Stone, Pocar homestead and the old Psnak sawmill. A guided biking trip will lead you to Lake Kreda where you can cool off or kick back while taking in the memorizing colors of Lake Kreda.

Mountain Bike Trails In Slovenia