Why Slovenia Is A Tour De Force When It Comes To Cycling-PR Newswire APAC

Slovenia, a green cycling paradise in the heart of Europe, is a producer of some of the world's best cyclists and most diverse biking trails

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia, Sept. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Slovenia, one of the greenest and safest countries in the world, bearing the Green & Safe^[1] label, is a land of active people and extraordinary sporting super-heroes. After the historic success of Slovenian cyclists at the top of the overall rankings at the Tour de France, many have been asking how a nation of two million can be so successful^[2]. There are many reasons. Most of them have to do with the individual efforts and skills of @rogla^[3] (Primož Roglič^[4]) and @TamauPogi^[5] (Tadej Pogačar). Many others are explained below.

Roglič and Pogačar: Slovenian Cycling super-heroes

The love of sports is written in Slovenians' genes.

Slovenia is extremely diverse, offering a huge variety of outdoor activities. It's almost Europe in your pocket. The urban/rural ratio is roughly 50-50, so, nature is just around the corner for most people. Combined with a pleasant climate, Slovenia offers some of the most beautiful biking trails in the world^[6] and attracts a wealth of cyclists virtually the whole year round.

Everything is so near in Slovenia and distances between different regions are easily overcome. You can head uphill for mountain biking trails^[7], with numerous trails suitable for beginners and world-class cyclists. Some mountain bikers prefer the idyllic Alpine atmosphere and rocky paths, while others enjoy the green hills more. In Slovenia, you can do both^[8]. The Julian Alps^[9] with Kranjska Gora and Soča Valley, or Koroška region in the Northeast, are some of the most breathtaking cycling destinations, while Rogla and Mariborsko Zreško Pohorje are a paradise for all road cyclers, with a unique microclimate providing athletes with perfect summer training conditions. The TRANS Slovenia route^[10] is the most popular among MTB enthusiasts. Adrenaline lovers can visit MTB parks^[11]; one of the most popular can be found in Kočevje in the shelter of mighty trees.

There is also plenty of opportunities to discover Slovenian cities by bike^[12], or take a ride among wine-growing hills^[13] to taste traditional Slovenian culinary delights. It all depends on your personality, but there is something for everyone.

Sport has a special place in Slovenia. This year, on 23rd of September, we celebrate a new national holiday – Day of Slovenian Sport. Read MORE^[14].

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References

1. ^{^} Green & Safe (www.slovenia.info)
2. ^{^} how a nation of two million can be so successful (www.slovenia.info)
3. ^{^} @rogla (twitter.com)
4. ^{^} Primož Roglič (www.slovenia.info)
5. ^{^} @TamauPogi (twitter.com)
6. ^{^} some of the most beautiful biking trails in the world (www.slovenia.info)
7. ^{^} mountain biking trails (www.slovenia.info)
8. ^{^} you can do both (www.slovenia.info)
9. ^{^} Julian Alps (www.slovenia.info)
10. ^{^} TRANS Slovenia route (www.slovenia.info)
11. ^{^} MTB parks (www.slovenia.info)
12. ^{^} Slovenian cities by bike (www.slovenia.info)
13. ^{^} take a ride among wine-growing hills (www.slovenia.info)
14. ^{^} MORE (ter.li)
15. ^{^} HERE (www.dropbox.com)
16. ^{^} Facebook (www.facebook.com)
17. ^{^} Twitter (twitter.com)
18. ^{^} Instagram (www.instagram.com)
19. ^{^} LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com)
20. ^{^} https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1275601/roglic_pogacar_slovenian_cycling_super_heroes.jpg?p=medium600 (mma.prnasia.com)