Slovenia – From the Julian Alps to the sea

Surrounded by the peaks of Triglav National Park, Kranjska Gora welcomes you with its alpine charm. Enjoy your arrival with a stroll through this charming town.

Hotel example: Hotel Lipa

You will cycle along a former railroad right of way through the Sava River valley. The mountains accompany you and before long you will reach Bled, the jewel on the edge of Triglav National Park. You will have plenty of time to explore the little town on the shore of the glacial lake, with its castle perched high above and the famous island in the middle of the lake. Make sure to capture one or two photo opportunities with your camera.

Hotel example: Hotel Kompas

Take one last look at the castle and the sparkling lake before leaving the town behind as you cycle along the clear Sava Bohinjka River. On peaceful paths you will cycle through lush green countryside, accompanied by birdsong and idyllic villages, into the wider Sava Valley and on to Ljubljana, where history and modern city life come together. Enjoy the atmosphere and charming ambiance at a nice restaurant along the river.

Hotel example: Hotel Slamič

In the morning, you will take a few more photos of Ljubljana’s sights and then you will leave the city along the Ljubljanica River. Before long, you will be back in the heart of nature, though the scenery will shift from the impressive mountain landscape of the past few days to a beautiful hilly countryside with authentic villages, where time seems to pass a little more slowly. Once you arrive at your destination in Postojna, the grand finale, the country’s largest tourist cave, is sure to delight you.

Hotel example: Hotel Kras

Today is a special day, another “change of scenery” awaits, as you will cross the border to Italy and cycle all the way to the sea. But first, you will pass through the Slovenian Karst, a truly unique landscape that, in some sections, is reminiscent of the Scottish Highlands. At the end, a long descent awaits; the final kilometers take you along a former railroad with fantastic views over the Gulf of Trieste right into the heart of the city. Enjoy the dolce vita in the evening and enjoy the famous Italian cuisine.

Hotel example: NH Trieste

Your brief visit to Italy can be over in the blink of an eye, because after just a few kilometers, the small but truly diverse country of Slovenia welcomes you back and shows you another side of itself. Soon, the first vineyards line the Parenzana Bike Trail, inviting you to enjoy a glass of local wine. The Adriatic Sea accompanies you on the final kilometers to the Slovenian Riviera. A visit to the beautiful old town of Piran is highly recommended.

Hotel example: Hotel Piran