Our most famous mountain pass is a challenge that every cyclist should try at least once. The road was built during the First World War, connecting the Upper Sava River Valley with the Trenta Valley on the Primorska side. It has become the gold standard of cycling ascents in Slovenia, and cyclists like to compare the time and effort it took to conquer the pass. The ride is not strictly a mountain biking tour, as the entire ascent takes place on a paved road for motor vehicles, so caution is advised while riding in traffic. From Kranjska Gora, the road leads past the Hotel Kranjska Gora, past Lake Jasna, and then over a bridge over the Pišnica River where the route branches off into the Krnica Valley. Here, the road slowly starts to climb, and the turns become increasingly frequent and steep. There are 24 hairpin bends to the top, and any successful ride to the summit is an achievement to be proud of. Even if we’re not racing against the clock, the trip to the Vršič Pass is well worth the effort, as beautiful views of the ever closer surrounding mountains open up along the way. Only 80 vertical metres separate us from the very top here, and even if unable to get there by bike, it just takes a short hike to be rewarded by the incredible views. We make our return journey via the same route.
Cycling Trail to Vršič Pass
The most famous cycling climb to the highest Slovenian road pass.
Mysterious paths to unforgettable experiences
Ideas for family trips around Kranjska Gora.
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What not to miss in Kranjska Gora in autumn
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. We have already stepped into autumn, the tops of the highest mountains have already been whitened by first snow and morning temperatures are already falling below zero in the valley. We have gathered for you some activities that you can do iduring the visit of tourist destination Kranjska Gora.
World Bee Day and a picnic area for bees
The Fourth World Bee Day is taking place this year in the light of a special appeal not to mow public areas and lawns around houses due to the frost, which has severely affected fruit trees. The destination Kranjska Gora also joined this appeal.
5 ideas of what to do in Kranjska Gora when it rains
5 tips on what to do in bad weather in Kranjska Gora.
Summer hit: Juliana Trail hiking trail
At a respectful distance and at the foot of the Alps, the path will lead you along the edge of the Julian Alps and the Triglav National Park.
A world traveler enchanted by the Upper Sava Valley
"I know nothing more beautiful in Europe!"
A notice that changed life in Kranjska Gora forever
"Let's unite and work together for the prosperity of Kranjska Gora, to elevate and improve traffic, to beautify the place and to facilitate communication with foreigners!"
When white death cuts
Avalanches were often triggered in the area of Mojstrovka and other peaks that rise above Vršiška cesta during heavy snowfall.
A day for the mountains: rock pleasures in an idyllic village below Triglav
Taking advantage of the day for the mountains is never a bad decision.
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