This 24 km cycling route with GPX starts near the suspension bridge over the Savinja River on its left bank. The route follows a scenic gravel path upstream along the river, offering a calm and natural riding environment as it leads towards Kasaze, where it briefly crosses a local road.
The route then continues towards the Žalec–Griže road, crossing it near another bridge over the Savinja. A short section follows a regional road in the direction of Vrbje Pond, where the route quickly returns to a gravel path along the riverbank. This section provides a smooth and enjoyable ride surrounded by nature.
At the bridge near Matke, the route transitions from gravel to asphalt. It continues towards Šempeter v Savinjski dolini, crossing both a regional road and a railway line before turning towards Gotovlje. The route then passes over a highway viaduct and continues towards Pirešica.
The final section includes the only significant climb of the route, followed by a fast and technical descent. After the descent, the route turns right towards Lopata, where it finishes.
This cycling route near Žalec and Celje offers a mix of gravel and paved surfaces, making it ideal for gravel bikes, fitness bikes, and road cyclists looking for varied terrain and scenic surroundings.
This cycling route is ideal for endurance rides, gravel cycling, and exploring new cycling routes with GPX navigation.
