The route of 2 passes and 2 countries

This loop connects two spectacular Alpine passes with the border crossing between Slovenia and Italy – perfect for an ambitious road bike day tour with a challenging athletic challenge and varied scenery. You start in the center of Kranjska Gora and immediately tackle the first climb: In 25 hairpin bends, the road winds up to the Vršič Pass at an altitude of 1,611 meters – surrounded by the mighty peaks of Mojstrovka and Prisojnik.

In summer, the Poštarski dom mountain hut awaits you at the top. The descent takes you rapidly into the Trenta Valley – with another 25 hairpin bends and a significantly steeper gradient. You cycle past the headwaters of the emerald-green Soča River and along Triglav National Park to Bovec. A break in one of the small cafés is worthwhile here before continuing via Log pod Mangartom up to the Predil Pass – the second major climb of the day.

At the top of the pass, you cross the Italian border and shortly afterwards reach the deep blue Lago del Predil. The descent continues towards Tarvisio before reaching Slovenian soil again at Rateče. The return to Kranjska Gora follows the well-maintained cycle path – with minimal gradients and maximum views.