Slovenia Green Wellness Route

An itinerary that combines sustainable travel and ultimate relaxation:

• The Slovenia Green Wellness Route is a 16-day cycling itinerary connecting Slovenian spas.
• To aid navigation, a free interactive map with approximately 500 points of interest along the route is available to individuals, families, and groups.
• Total length: 680 km; lowest and highest elevation: 140/940 m.

This 16-day cycling route connects some of Slovenia's top natural spas. In a country labeled “the world’s most sustainable destination” by National Geographic Traveler, it links Slovenia Green-certified destinations in the most sustainable way – by bike.

The route was developed through cooperation between the Slovenian Tourist Board, the Association of Slovenian Natural Spas, the Slovenia Green Consortium, participating destinations, and the sustainable tourism development agency GoodPlace. It connects Slovenian natural spas, local gastronomy, scenic cycling trails, and environmentally conscious hospitality. The result is a user-friendly itinerary guiding cyclists from one stunning location to the next, offering a unique way to experience Slovenia. Cyclists can follow the route independently or opt for an organized tour via a local travel agency.

The circular Slovenia Green Wellness Route (SGWR) starts in Ljubljana, heading north to the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, then east across the Štajerska region to the rolling hills above the Pannonian Plain in the far northeast. It then turns south, nearly reaching the southern border, before returning to the capital. Over 16 days, the route visits the following destinations: Kamnik, Ljubno ob Savinji, Rečica ob Savinji, Velenje, Zreče, Maribor, Lenart, Sveta Ana, Moravske Toplice, Ljutomer, Jeruzalem, Ptuj, Čatež in Brežice, Kostanjevica na Krki, Novo Mesto, Laško, Celje, Šentjur in Žalec. 

Daily stages are around 40 km long, taking cyclists through flat and hilly terrain on bike paths, roads, and well-maintained gravel trails away from main traffic. At the end of each stage, travelers can choose among restaurants and accommodations with a strong focus on sustainability. Many of them proudly hold the Slovenia Green certificate, awarded to providers committed to sustainable tourism.