Alpine Slovenia by bike, between lakes and mountains

Day 1Arrival in Lake Bled

You can explore Bled: a boat ride to the island with a traditional rowing boat called “pletna”, the lake with the island and its small church, as well as the oldest castle in Slovenia perched 130 metres above the lake, surrounded by mountains. Overnight in Bled region.

Possibility to book a private city guided tour with a supplement.

Day 2Bled – Pokljuka – Lake Bohinj – Bohinjska Bistrica | 41 km

Transfer to the Pokljuka plateau. You will ride along the pastures, passing through forests and fields. You will be in the middle of the Triglav National Park. Descent to lake Bohinj, where you can visit cultural and natural sites and swim in the lake. Overnight in Bohinj lake area or in Bohinjska Bistrica.

Day 3Bohinjska Bistrica – Skofja Loka | 48 km

After breakfast, you have a nice climb to the Jelovica plateau (you can take an optionnal lift with a supplement), which lies south of Bled, with an altitude from 900 to 1,600 meters. Like Pokljuka, Jelovica was once covered by forests of white pine that were cut down to produce coal, the main source of energy for the iron works. The plateau is part of the NATURA 2000 network of sites today, offering essential protection to natural habitats. You will pass through many villages, following the rivers and valleys. Arrival in Škofja Loka, one of the oldest Slovenian towns. The old castle, where the Škofja Loka Museum is located, dominates the old town. Overnight in Škofja Loka.

Day 4Skofja Loka – Preddvor | 25 km

This stage is the shortest one. That is why you could visit one of the famous churches or the castle of Škofja Loka in the morning. When you start cycling, you will pass another famous church: Crngrob church. Then you will ride through the Sorica field to the town of Kranj, where the greatest Slovenian poet, France Prešeren, lived and died. His house in the old town is now a museum. You will then pass the most important government residence with its gardens – Brdo pri Kranju Castle. A few more villages to pass and you arrive at the village of Predvor, where you will find a beautiful lake.

Day 5Preddvor – Kropa – Radovljica – Begunje ⁄ Hraše | 40 km

Today you will be cycling, admiring beautiful mountains all around. The first stop is in Kropa, the cradle of forging, where the centuriesold tradition of blacksmithing is preserved in the picturesque market centre, in the forge museum, which is also visible in the street with its forged iron installations. Your second stop will be in Radovljica, a charming medieval town with picturesque houses and a magnificent manor. This is also the site of the only preserved defensive moat in Slovenia. The town is also well known for its chocolate festival and beekeeping museum. Arrival in Begunje, the town of Slavko Avsenik, the Slovenian national music legend. Overnight in Begunje ⁄ Hraše.

Day 6Begunje ⁄ Hraše – Kranjska Gora | 38 km

Today you will cycle with a beautiful view of the panorama of the Karavanke and the Julian Alps. You will arrive in Jesenice, known for its metal industry. From Jesenice to Kranjska gora you will cycle along the cycle path, which was once a railway line. You will be amazed by the clear, blue Sava River. Arrival in Kranjska Gora, the town famous for the Ski World Cup. One of the great natural sights near Kranjska Gora is the source of the Sava River, called Zelenci, where you can enjoy the green and crystal clear water. In summer, it is possible to swim in the nearby Lake Jasna. Overnight stay in Kranjska Gora.

Day 7Kranjska Gora – Bled | 40 km

In the morning you can visit Planica by bike, a place of great pride for Slovenians. Every year Planica hosts the World Ski Flying Championships. You can also take a trip to Italy to see the beautiful Fusini Lakes. After returning to Kranjska Gora, you continue to Bled. You already know the cycle path (ex railway line) to Mojstrana. After passing this charming little village, you have a short climb and descent into the Radovna valley. The area is particularly charming for a bike ride. You pass the Radovna Valley, located in the Triglav National Park and enjoy several natural and cultural attractions along the way. Overnight in the Bled region.

Day 8Departure during the day