Bled gravel biking adventure

Explore the amazing lake Bled and ride the best gravel roads around the Bled area. On this center based tour you will be staying at a specialised cyclist friendly hotel that is a perfect starting point for your bike trips in the Julian Alps. We have designed a unique gravel biking package for you and we are looking forward to welcome you in the beautiful Bled.

Day 1

welcome to our paradise

Day 1 will start with a welcome meeting, where you will get all final information and materials for your trip. If you choose to rent bikes with us, this will also be the day when we will fit the bike to your needs. We recommend to follow the day rides like we suggest, but since you will be center based, you can choose on your own what ride to do. If you come early we invite you to hop on your bike and do a short warmup ride around the area and get ready for your cycling adventure.

Day 2

EXPLORE BLED

You will start your gravel riding adventure by exploring the Bled area. During your ride you will get to know the all the local roads and have the chance to visit some of the top attractions that Bled has to offer.

TECHNICAL DATA:
distance: 37 km
vertical meters: 651 m

Day 3

SCENIC FORESTS ON POKLJUKA PLATEAU

This day is reserved for gravel roads on the famous Pokljuka plateau, alpine meadows and untouched nature. The day will start with a climb up to the plateau and when the climb eases off, you can stop for a break, coffee and strudel in a typical mountain hut. The ride will continue across the meadows and pastures, with amazing views, so make sure to have a full battery on your phone or camera. On this day you will also visit the famous Bohinj valley and admire the amazing lake Bohinj.

TECHNICAL DATA:
distance: 77 km
vertical meters: 1496 m

Day 4

charming radovljica & KARAVANKE MOUNTAINS

Day 4 is a day for exploring the charming Radovljica town and cycling under the Karavanke mountain range through the picturesque alpine villages. During the ride we suggest you to stop at Radovljica town and experience the old town where you will find a lot of nice cafes and the traditional restaurants.

TECHNICAL DATA:
distance: 63 km
vertical meters: 1090 m

Day 5

a day just for you

You have done some scenic rides already, but Bled and its surroundings offers so much attractions that it would be a pity to miss them. For this day we suggest you to explore the area (easily by bike) and visit Bled castle, row on the lake Bled and ring the bell of wishes in the church on the Bled island. Don’t forget to treat yourself also with the world famous cream-cake.

DAY 6

GREEN FORESTS

You will start your gravel riding adventure by exploring the Jelovica plateau. There is a vast system of beautiful gravel roads that will take you through never ending forest. During your ride you will cross mountain pastures, remote villages and admire stunning views.

TECHNICAL DATA:
distance: 74 km
vertical meters: 1682 m

DAy 7

alpine valleys

The ride today is all about Alpine valleys and stunning views of the Julian Alps. Your biking day will be a great combination of quiet roads, green forests and meadows in a true Alpine environment.

TECHNICAL DATA:
distance: 65 km
vertical meters: 966 m

Day 8

DEPARTURE DAY

Your gravel cycling is done, but we hope that we memories will remain forever.

Includes

• welcome meeting
• overnight with breakfst in specialised cyclist friendly accommodation
• map of the area and route instructions
• GPS tracks
• list of equipment needed
• first aid kit (on request)
• 24/7 phone support

Does not include

• travel cost to and from Bled
• travel and health insurance
• cost of drinks and other personal spendings
• gravel bike (Optional rent is available.)

What to bring

Once you book a self guided gravel biking with us we will provide you with a full equipment list that we suggest to have for your cycling vacation.

When to come

Ideal time for this cycling trip is between April and October. Please let us know your preferred date and we will send you an offer.