Cycling in the Upper Savinja Valley

The Upper Savinja Valley is famous for its magnificent views of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps and natural parks, so it is not uncommon for visitors to opt for cycling holidays that allow them to explore the valley more directly, along less and more challenging cycling routes. There are many cycle paths in the valley, for mountain and road cyclists and families.

We have selected some of the most popular trails in the area around Camping Menina, which are also suitable for families. For a truly complete experience, we recommend that you choose a Menina Camp guide who knows the places and routes well, while making sure that the cycling experience is authentic and safe.

Cycling experiences in the Savinja Valley and surroundings

FAMILY CYCLING TO THE SIDE

Cycling from Camping Menina to Bočona is a pleasant and easy family cycling experience. The route mostly runs on asphalted side roads, which are less congested. So after the start in the Menina campsite, we turn into the village of Šentjanž and through the village all the way to Grušovlje, where we turn left – in the direction of Homec, where the first slightly longer climb awaits us, leading to Podhom and to Bočna.

The route is 14km round trip and the journey time for families is approximately 1.5h min. The route is easy, signposted and offers beautiful views of the countryside.

FAMILY CYCLING ALONG THE RIVER SAVINJA

Another popular family cycling route is the Savinja River Trail. The route starts at the Menina campsite and continues along the Savinja River to the gorge in Mozirje. Along the way, you can discover the banks of the Savinja River and the villages that lie directly along the river, and admire the many natural water springs where you can refresh yourself with clean and fresh spring water. If you opt for a guided tour, our licensed guide will also take you to the best ice cream in the valley.

The round trip is 25km and the journey time is 2-3 hours. The route is easy.

FAMILY CYCLING ROUTE TO THE FLOSSA TOWN OF LJUBNO OB SAVINJA

Another popular family trail is the Ljubno trail. Ljubno is famous for its Flosarian tradition and the Flosarian Museum, which you can visit before returning to the campsite. You start at the campsite and continue through the village of Šentjanž to Grušovlje where you turn left, over the bridge, in the direction of Homec, but already at the first crossroads at Homec, turn right, in the direction of Meliše. The path through Meliše is halfway through the forest and then asphalted again. When you leave the village of Meliše, turn right at the main road and follow the main road for about 2 km to Radmirje, where after a descent you will rejoin the macadam road that leads you to Ljubno.

The round trip is about 15 km and the journey time is about 1.5 hours. The route is easy.

ORGANISED, GUIDED CYCLING TOURS OF THE MENINA CAMPSITE

As mentioned before, you can book various guided cycling tours with our licensed guides in Menina. These are suitable for ages 12-15, vary in difficulty and some include snacks. One of these is the AUTHENTIC BIKING tour, which includes e-bikes and is one of the most popular among guests, while the OVER SKI RESORT and FOREST TRAILS tours are also among the top 3.

PAINTBALL FIELD/ Borseka paintball park area

Do you want to go on an 18 km downhill from the Golt offering unique MTB cycling lessons? A van with a guide will take you to Golta, from where you can descend.

The whole tour is 25 km long and takes 3-4 hours. Difficulty is medium 3/5, suitable for ages 12 and over. Snacks are not included.

OVER SKI RESORT

The 40 km route, which takes 5-6 hours, is one of our bestsellers. Our guides will take you to the hotel at Golte, where the gondola is also disembarking, but is currently out of service. From there, there will be a steep climb to the highest point of the Golta, about 500m long. There you will visit shepherds and then descend along a macadam path to the Visočnik Farm, where a snack will be waiting for you. From there, it is approximately 10 km downhill and approximately 10 km flat to the starting point.

The route is suitable for ages 12+ and is of medium difficulty 3/5.

FOREST TRAILS

The route is one of the Freeride tours and starts with the arrival at Golte, where the gondola is the starting point. 6 km of trail through the forest, followed by gravel, tarmac and a snack at the picnic “plaza” Grill, which is included in the price. This is followed by a descent into the valley and a return to the starting point.

The route is 32 km long, suitable for people over 15 years of age and is one of the more demanding 4/5 cycle routes.

If you are interested in other cycling routes in the Savinja region, download the new free SAVINJSKA2GO cycling routes app available here http://qrco.de/bcZIYL?trackSharing=1

Savinjska2Go is a cycling guide to Savinjska. It covers the municipalities of Solčava, Luče, Ljubno, Gornji Grad, Rečica ob Savinji, Nazarje, Mozirje, Šmartno ob Paki, Velenje, Šoštanj. The app contains information on 54 cycling routes and more than 200 different tourist attractions.

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