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Velenje - Smartno ob Paki - Mozirje - Ljubno ob Savinji - Smrekovec
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Cycling route Velenje - Smartno ob Paki - Mozirje - Ljubno ob Savinji - Smrekovec
Discover a wonderful cycling trail that takes you through picturesque landscapes, cultural sights and natural beauty. The route is suitable for everyone who wishes to actively explore the Upper Savinjska Valley and its priceless treasures.
Start of the route - Camp Velenje
The cycling adventure begins at Camp Velenje, where, before setting off on the route, you can enjoy the shore of Lake Velenje and prepare your equipment for an unforgettable cycling day.
Points of interest along the way
- Church of St James - Jakec - A little off the route, but worth seeing for its historical architecture.
- Korosec apartments and wellness centre - A perfect destination for a break in a peaceful setting with wellness relaxation.
- Food Bar Park - A culinary experience by the pond, where you can enjoy top-quality food and drink.
- Parish church of St George in Mozirje - One of the most important churches in the region, first mentioned in 1241.
- Franciscan monastery Nazarje - A historic monastery on the Gradisce hill with a wonderful view.
- Vrbovec Museum - Learn about the history of forestry and woodworking in the Upper Savinjska Valley.
- Beli Zajec shop - An ideal stop for all cycling enthusiasts looking for top-quality sports equipment.
- Camp Savinja - A modern campsite in beautiful nature, open all year round.
- Pizzeria Cetara - A popular restaurant with fast service and top-quality food.
- Church of St James in Okonina - A historic church from the 15th century with interesting architecture.
- Church of the Assumption of Mary on Rosulje - A church with a distinctive octagonal bell tower.
- Bukovje tourist farm - Home-made culinary specialities and comfortable accommodation.
- Kladje tourist farm - A break in the embrace of unspoiled nature at 1038 m above sea level.
- Dom na Smrekovcu - A mountain lodge with a wonderful view and a hospitable atmosphere.
- Parish church of St Michael - Of modern design, built on the site of the former church in Druzmirje.
- Sostanj town gallery - Regular gallery activity, including exhibitions of all genres of fine art, ethnography and photography.
- Sostanj town café - Excellent coffee, delicious desserts and a relaxed atmosphere
- Na ribiski refreshment stop - A pleasant establishment by Lake Sostanj with a large car park and a terrace.
End of the route
The cycling route ends at Camp Velenje, where, after a strenuous ride, you can treat yourself to a refreshment and enjoy the views of the lake. The route is the right choice for lovers of nature, culture and good cuisine.
You are invited to an unforgettable cycling experience through the heart of the Upper Savinjska Valley!
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Dan na Dan Shop
Open every day. Looking for a shop that is open even when you need it most? In our small but warm-hearted shop in Velenje we welcome you every day, including Sundays and holidays. We make sure you always have at hand the products you need for the home, everyday use, a snack or those unexpected moments when something runs out just when other shops are closed.
PUMPTRACK
Pumptrack Velenje is a modern sports facility in Velenje, intended for cyclists, skateboarders and scooter riders of all generations – visit it and experience an adrenaline-filled ride and active leisure time in the heart of the Šalek Valley.
Church of St Andrew
The Church of St Andrew in Velenje is an important sacred landmark in the centre of Velenje, known for its history, architecture and peaceful atmosphere – visit it and experience the spiritual and cultural heritage of the town of Velenje.
Church of St Martin
The church lies on a small rise on the edge of Velenje and was already mentioned in the mid-13th century. Its present-day core is still medieval or at least Renaissance, while the new part of the church dates from 1874. The building is valuable above all for its historical tradition and its dominant position, which makes it particularly distinguished in the landscape...
Ramšakov vrh
Ramšakov vrh is a popular lookout point near Velenje with wonderful views of the Šalek Valley and the surrounding hills – visit it for a relaxing hike and an unforgettable experience of nature.
Velenje Ski Jump
Below Velenje Castle on the Castle Hill, a new ski jumping centre was opened in the spring of 2017, featuring as many as six ski jumps...
Sun Park
Sun Park Velenje is a pleasant town park in Velenje, ideal for walks, relaxation and family leisure time amid greenery – visit it and enjoy a peaceful corner of nature in the middle of the town.
Church of St Mary
The church below Velenje Castle, which appears in old records under the name Our Dear Lady in Velenje, is first mentioned in written sources in 1477. It is medieval in origin and was built at the same time as the settlement below the castle, that is, in the mid-13th century, as a proprietary church of the Lords of Velenje or as a branch church of the Škale parish...
Pusti grad
Šoštanj Castle, also known as Pusti grad (German Schonstein), stands in the middle of a steep slope in the municipality of Šoštanj. The German name of the castle, on which the Slovenian name is also based, literally translated means beautiful stone, that is, the beautiful castle...
Tresimirs Spring
Tresimirs Spring The water from the spring rises from beneath the Lokovica slope. As early as the last century, the local inhabitants used it for drinking. They also "watered" sick livestock with it, because they believed it had healing properties...
Parish Church of St John the Baptist
A Gothic church in Skale near Velenje, a former Romanesque baptistery from the 13th century with vaults, portals and preserved frescoes, considered one of the most beautiful sacred monuments of the Saleska Valley – visit this unique historical sight in northern Slovenia.
