Cycling Route: From Velenje Beach to Mozirje

A scenic cycling tour linking Velenje Beach, Šoštanj, Topolšica, and Mozirje. The route combines natural beauty, cultural landmarks, and culinary stops.

Route Summary

Start and finish: Velenje Beach
Distance: 51.98 km
Total ascent: 550 m
Total descent: 551 m
Difficulty: Intermediate (suitable for well-prepared recreational cyclists)
Surface: Asphalt and compacted rural roads
Riding time: 3.5–5 hours (depending on pace and stops)

The route is circular and makes a perfect day trip for anyone seeking a blend of exercise, cultural sights, and relaxation. Along the way you’ll find historic corners, a spa, a flower park, and views from Slovenia’s longest gondola.

Route Itinerary

Velenje Beach
Start by the lake, where you can enjoy a morning coffee or a short walk before the ride. The beach is a popular recreational spot and offers plenty of space to warm up.
Tresimir Park and Children’s Playground (Šoštanj)
On your first stop, stroll through the historic park, where legend speaks of Prince Tresimir. The playground is a pleasant corner for families.
Topolšica Spa
A short stop in a wellness oasis. If you have more time, treat yourself to thermal pleasures and relaxation.
Parish Church of St. Michael (Šoštanj)
A modernly designed church, built between 1973 and 1990, combining traditional and contemporary architectural elements. A cultural stop for lovers of history and architecture.
Mozirski gaj
A flower park and open-air ethnographic museum that emerged in the 1980s from an abandoned common pasture. A walk among the flowerbeds and ethnological structures is a real experience.
Gostilna Weiss
Just 2 km from Mozirje, on the way toward Golte. An excellent culinary stop with authentic home-style cooking and a pleasant ambience.
Žekovec Cable Car
Slovenia’s longest gondola cable car, which conquers almost 1,000 vertical meters in 8 minutes. On the 3,265 m panoramic ride you’ll enjoy views of the Savinja Valley. The upper station at 1,410 m is a starting point for mountain hikes.
Return to Velenje Beach
Finish your ride by the water, where you can refresh yourself or enjoy a relaxing rest.

From Velenje Beach to Mozirje

Tresimir Park and Children’s Playground

According to legend, in distant times Prince Tresimir came from beyond the Urals to his people and settled the area of present‑day Šoštanj.

Terme Topolšica Thermal Spa

Visit the Terme Topolšica spa and immerse yourself in a harmony of pleasures and wellness experiences.

Parish Church of St Michael

The Parish Church of St Michael in Šoštanj features a modern design that blends old and new. It was built between 1973 and 1990, when it was consecrated.

Mozirski Gaj

Mozirski Gaj is a flower park and open‑air ethnographic museum in Mozirje, created in the 1980s by Slovenian gardeners and locals. It emerged from an overgrown commons once marred by illegal dumping, transforming the degraded area into a vibrant flower park.

Gostilna Weiss

Delicious home‑style cuisine in a pleasant setting.
Gostilna Weiss is just 2 km from Mozirje, on the way to the idyllic Golte ski and tourist centre. With its homely cooking and friendly staff, it offers an authentic culinary experience for every visitor.

Žekovec Cable Car

The Žekovec cable car is the longest gondola lift in Slovenia, gaining almost 1,000 metres of elevation in just eight minutes.
On the 3,265‑metre panoramic ride you can enjoy beautiful views of the Savinja Valley and the surrounding mountains. The upper station sits at 1,410 metres above sea level, at the reception of Hotel Montis.