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Gravel bike holidays in Istria

Gravelbiking: Slovenia / Slovenia

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Gravel bike holidays in Istria

Mediterranean flair meets gravel adventure: Istria is the perfect blend of Mediterranean charm and wild nature. The Slovenian coast around Koper, Izola and Piran offers perfect conditions for gravel bikers. A mild climate, spectacular coastal roads and secluded gravel paths through olive groves and vineyards await you here. The Parenzana route takes you along the tracks of the former narrow-gauge railway through breathtaking landscapes and connects the coast with the hinterland.

Coastal flair & gravel adventure

Slovenia's coastal region is characterised by a unique blend of Mediterranean charm and varied landscapes. The rolling hills of Istria merge seamlessly into wooded karst areas, criss-crossed by old railway lines and gravel paths. Particularly impressive: the legendary Parenzana route, a former narrow-gauge railway that now serves as a cycle path with fantastic panoramic views. Away from the touristy coastal towns, secluded paths lead inland - past vineyards, lavender fields and rustic villages.

Highlights for your gravel bike holiday

  • Parenzana Trail - Spectacular gravel route along the old railway line with historic tunnels
  • Šavrini Hills - Quiet gravel tracks through vineyards and olive groves
  • Izola - Piran coastal circuit - Mediterranean pleasure tour with breathtaking views and stops in picturesque harbour towns

Hotels for your gravel bike holiday

Our hotels are your base camp for unforgettable gravel adventures. Your hosts know every gravel track and every climb and will show you the most breathtaking routes in the region.

Hotel Vila Robida ***
Crni Kal / Slovenia  (SI)
Crni Kal / Slovenia  (SI)

Bike Boutique Hotel between Karst & Adriatic Sea

from € 50.00 per person

Gravel bike tours

Gravel biking in Istria - experience boundless freedom on endless gravel paths, discover new tours and enjoy fantastic panoramas.

Gravel tours
Gravel tours
Singletrails
Multi-day tours
Grad Socerb round
Easy Gravel Tour
Grad Socerb round
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Difficulty
Medium
Duration
2:59 hr./hrs.
Distance
31.7 km
Uphill
510 m
Downhill
510 m
Vinska Fontana
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Difficulty
Medium
Duration
3:00 hr./hrs.
Distance
34.6 km
Uphill
820 m
Downhill
820 m
Former imperial road round
Easy Gravel Tour
Former imperial road round
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
6:50 hr./hrs.
Distance
69.3 km
Uphill
1220 m
Downhill
1220 m
Resumption of the Cottur cycle path
Easy Gravel Tour
Resumption of the Cottur cycle path
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
6:20 hr./hrs.
Distance
58.7 km
Uphill
1270 m
Downhill
1270 m
Trieste round
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Istria / Slovenia  (SI)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
5:41 hr./hrs.
Distance
64.3 km
Uphill
1160 m
Downhill
1160 m

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