Coastal Roads, Ancient Stones, and the Spirit of the Mezzogiorno
These top 3 cycling routes in Slovenia take you through peaceful valleys, alpine ridges, riverside paths, and forested trails. There are no major wineries along these routes, but you’ll enjoy charming traditional villages and authentic local alpine food. Perfect for friends, families, and anyone seeking a mix of adventure and nature.
3 Countries Loop: Slovenia – Italy – Austria
Distance: ~70 km (opt. extensions up to ~90 km)
Highlights: Cross-border alpine scenery, lakes, villages, coffee & strudel stops.
Difficulty: Easy to moderate on former railway sections.
Moderate to challenging if mountain passes are included.
Vibe: Scenic international ride through.
Jure Robič Trail (D2): Kranjska Gora – Jesenice
Distance: ~24–28 km
Highlights: Alpine forests, charming villages
Difficulty: Easy and family-friendly
Route: Built on a former railway line, mostly separated from traffic with a gentle downhill ride toward Jesenice
Vibe: Relaxed and safe cycling route perfect for families and casual riders
Radovna & Vrata Valley Trails (Julian Alps)
Radovna Valley: 16–20 km, easy to moderate, peaceful forest trails, rivers & alpine views. Perfect for families & casual riders.
Vrata Valley: 10–15 km one way, moderate to challenging, 360m elevation gain, dramatic mountains & Triglav North Face.
For adventurous riders.
More views. More borders. More stories. Let’s roll. Breakfast in Italy, lunch in Slovenia, snacks in Austria. All while cycling through breathtaking alpine scenery. 70 km of pure alpine adventure (optional extensions up to 90 km). Smooth, mostly flat, and perfect for families or friends.
1. Tarvisio Boscoverde Station (Start Point)
Bicycles ready, packing, scenic mountain background
2.Fusine in Valromana (758 m) – Village + small alpine lakes. Breakfast in Italy.
Distance: 4.8 km from start
Green village, mountains, small lakes nearby
3. Kolovrat (844 m): First panoramic views
Distance: 12.7 km
Alpine views, hills, and sky.
4. Zelenci Nature Reserve (836m) – Lakeside Vibes
Distance: 12.7 km
Emerald water, wetlands, reflections.
5. Podkoren (848 m) – Village
Distance: 13.4 km
Cycling through village, alpine greenery.
6. Brunarica Kosobrin (820 m) – “Snack break”
Distance: 14.5 km
Traditional alpine hut with outdoor seating.
7. KranjskaGora (808 m) & Lake Jasna
Distance: 15.7 km
The main alpine village hub & lake nearbuy.
8. Gasthaus am Wurzenpass (1,070 m) – Alpine restaurant – Strudel stop
Distance: 18.1–21.3 km
If you take this pass, reward ypurself with a Strudel.
9. Korensko Sedlo – Wurzenpass (1,073 m) – Mountain pass – “3 countries at once!”
Distance: 22.2 k
10. Krainegg → Coccau (637–720 m) – Villages & settlements
Distance: 26.8–46 km.
Downhill cycling, alpine meadows, typical houses, scenic roads.
11. Optional stops: Wallner Alm, Ex Posta – alpine snacks/restaurants
12. Arnoldstein (578 m) – Small Austrian town, end of the Austria section
Distance: 35.6 km.
Ancient stone ruins overlooking the valley.
13. Return to Tarvisio (End)
Distance: ~70 km (opt. extensions up to ~90 km).
Mountain backdrop, group shot, high-five.
Please note:
The Full Loop is a challenging ride with steep climbs, including the Wurzenpass, ideal for experienced cyclists seeking a mountain adventure.
Plan B, the easy “Rail & Bike” option, offers a mostly flat and relaxed ride with a scenic train return -perfect for families, friends, and casual riders.
This 28 km trail follows a mostly flat, traffic-free former railway line through alpine forests, rivers, and cycling-friendly villages. Mojstrana and Kranjska Gora are ideal for a lunch stop or light refreshments, with small restaurants and cafés. The ride is easy and safe for all levels, offering a relaxed, family-friendly alpine experience.
1. KranjskaGora (808 m) & Lake Jasna
The main alpine village hub & lake nearbuy
2. Podkoren (848 m) – Village
Cycling through village, alpine greenery
3. Gozd Martuljek – first village stop
Charming alpine houses.orested roads & rivers.
4. Mojstrana – Village & main stop
Small restaurants/snack points
Acess to Vrata Valley for optional mountain detour.
Scenic river views.
5. Jesenice – finish
Town center
End of trail, cafés and refreshments available.
A mostly flat, easy-to-moderate trail perfect for families and casual riders. Cycle through peaceful forested roads, along the emerald Radovna River, past Lake Kreda, and enjoy alpine scenery. Picnic areas and local farms offer light snacks or refreshments. Ideal for a relaxed, scenic ride in Triglav National Park.
1. Start / Radovna Entry
The route typically begins in the village of Krnica (near Bled) or Zgornje Gorje.
Triglav National Park, peaceful forested roads, Separated from motor traffic, cool alpine climate even in summer.
Eating / Coffee Options: Picnic areas or small local farms.
2. Along the Valley
Radovna River, Lake Kreda, Gogala Lime Tree (natural monument).
Stops: Pocar Homestead (heritage site), traditional meal.
Forests, emerald rivers, alpine scenery.
Relaxed, scenic ride for families.
3. End of Radovna Loop / Zgornja Radovna
Casual riders turn back for a gentle descent to Bled (~32–40 km total).
Challenging: Continue over Kosmačev Pass toward Mojstrana ( not recommended for families/casual riders without e-bikes).
Easy to moderate, family firendly, mostly flat with gradual incline.
Please note: Most of the trail is gentle and family-friendly, but if you continue toward Kosmačev Pass, there is a short ~1 km section with an 18% climb—suitable only for experienced riders or those on e-bikes.
The ride stretches about 10 km one way (around 20 km return), climbing roughly 350 meters through the valley. The route follows a mix of tarmac and well-maintained gravel roads, leading riders through dramatic alpine scenery. The overall feel is adventurous and rugged, with some of the most iconic mountain views in the Julian Alps.
1. Mojstrana – Start
Official gateway to the Vrata Valley.
Cafés, guesthouses and small restaurants for breakfast or snacks.
Home to the Slovenian Alpine Museum.
Traditional alpine village with the Triglavska Bistrica River running through it.
2. Along Vrata Valley
Deep glacial valley with dramatic alpine scenery.
Peričnik Waterfall (52 m) about 4 km from Mojstrana – a must-stop where you can walk behind the waterfall.
Towering limestone cliffs, emerald river, forested valley.
Note: Mostly a moderate climb, with a steep 1.6 km section shortly after the Peričnik snack bar – challenging for casual riders.
3. End – Aljažev Dom (1,015 m).
The road ends at Aljaž Lodge beneath the Triglav North Face.
One of the most dramatic ground-level views of Mount Triglav’s North Face (“The Wall”), rising nearly 2,000 m above the valley.
Large mountaineers’ memorial monument (giant carabiner and piton).
Three Countries Loop
Kranjska Gora: best service spoet/e‑bike charging
Arnoldstein, Tarvisio, Mojstrana.
Jure Robič Trail (D2)
Kranjska Gora: best service spot/e-charging
Podkoren: small service, Mojstrana / Jesenice: service & e-charge.
Radovna Valley
Krnica / Zgornje Gorje: small bike shops.
Along valley: limited
Vrata Valley
Mojstrana: bike support. Trail itself is more remote — carry basic tools and spare tubes
Practical Recommendations
Always carry a mini repair kit (multitool, spare tube, pump).
Charge your e‑bike fully before starting mountain or remote sections.
Ask local shops for maps / better repair contacts along the ride.
Podkoren 72, 4280 Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Kranjska Gora
Borovška cesta 61, 4280 Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Kranjska Gora
Borovska 93 4280, Kranjska Gora
Borovška cesta 27, Kranjska Gora
Podkoren 20, Kranjska Gora
Rateče 88, Kranjska Gora
Blejska Dobrava 160, 4273 Blejska Dobrava, Slovenia, Jesenice
Zgornje Gorje 41, Bled
Selo Pri Bledu 35, Bled
Bohinjska Bela 7, 4263 Bohinjska Bela, Slovenia, Bled
Cesta Gorenjskega odreda 15a, Bled
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