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In my latest video I take you on an unforgettable adventure where we will together conquer the ascent and descent to Stene svete Ane (964 m). Stene svete Ane is a forested peak located near the mountain hut at Sveta Ana on Mali gori, on which there is a viewpoint from which a beautiful view opens towards the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, Posavje and Zasavje hills and part of Dolenjska.

The trail starts in the town of Ribnica, which lies on Ribniško polje in southeastern Slovenia, on flat land between the elevations Mala gora and Velika gora. Ribnica is known for its rich history and cultural heritage.

On the way to the summit you will also visit the church of St. Anne, which stands in an exposed and panoramic location near the summit ridge of Mala gora at 920 m above sea level.

Hello, nature and mountain biking enthusiasts. In the video I show the descent with a mountain bike on the natural trail Peaks above Dobrovo, which rises to 603 meters, all the way to Dobrovo at 321 meters. Peaks above Dobrovo is a lesser-known but important peak in the extreme SE part of the Polhograjske Hills. The summit is very spacious and flat, nicely arranged at the top. Besides a bench there's a thermometer, a wish bell and lots of different inscriptions. Although there's no view from the top, the natural environment is simply wonderful. The trail is full of variety, which makes the ride even more interesting. And the best of all - there are several unmarked paved cart tracks and paths, so we always have plenty of choice.

Warning: not for imaginary landowners in the Ljubljana area.

Hello!

Since Janče is a very popular mountain destination, I'm also sharing the cycling version of the visit with you. This time I rode a slightly longer circular tour with an e-bike on the eastern outskirts of Ljubljana and the conditions on the path were excellent.

The starting point was in Sostro (near the elementary school), then I climbed to Urh and Orle and continued along forest roads through Pance all the way to the Mountain Lodge on Janče. A large part of the ascent follows the route of the STKP (Slovenian Touring Cycling Path), which in this area offers a really nice cycling experience, away from asphalt and traffic.

It amounted to 52 kilometers and 1456 meters of elevation, and the effort is rewarded with excellent views.

For a better idea of the route itself and the current conditions on the path, I'm attaching a video report. It might be useful to someone as an idea for the next cycling or hiking trip.

Good luck and safe travels!

Hello nature and mountain lovers!

If anyone is looking for an idea for a really beautiful, varied and a bit wilder trip in nature, I warmly recommend exploring the Kočevje-Kostel areas all the way to the Kolpa.

This weekend I rode this route (58.5 km and a good 1100 m of elevation gain) with e-MTB, but these paths and the entire area are simply fantastic for hiking. The paths lead through pristine forests, past old, abandoned Kočevje villages (Lapinje, Podlesje, Rogati Hrib) and offer an exceptional contact with nature. In the higher forested areas you will enjoy that real peace, along the Kolpa river itself the paths come a bit more alive, where you always meet some like-minded nature lover.

Along the way, a wonderful view also opens up to the Kostel gem – Kostel Castle, which guards over the river. I dedicated a good 8 minutes in the video to its current appearance and surroundings, as it is an exceptional point that every hiker in these areas must simply see.

I documented the entire route with all terrain details, forest paths and nature. If you are interested in how the landscape looks in practice, so that you can more easily plan your next hiking adventure, you are invited to watch the video.

(For those interested in precise orientation and terrain, there is also a link to the GPX track on my Komoot profile).

Good luck and safe step (or pedal stroke) on the paths! 🌲🥾🚵‍♂️

In today's video, we embark on a circular eMTB tour that perfectly combines pure nature and rich history. From Logatec, we rode a dynamic loop, 59 km long with 1015 meters of elevation gain.

On our path, we explore abandoned auxiliary military barracks along the Rapallo border (Mesarjev and Kležni grič), enjoy crazy views from Grmada (873 m a.s.l.) and descend on an epic singletrack towards Planina. For the icing on the cake, we also visit the remains of Haasberg Castle.

✨ Special feature in the video: With the help of my second channel (Vedomec Vision), we will briefly replace the current castle ruins with a 3D reconstruction and take you 300 years into the past, to the time of its greatest flourishing!

Since this area hides an incredibly intricate network of roads, forest paths and trails, a warning applies: there are no long flat sections on this route – if it seems to you that you've been riding straight for suspiciously long, you've probably missed the last turn-off! 😉

Tour statistics:
📍 Length: 59 km
📈 Total ascent: 1015 m

Istrian epic circular trail: Hrastovlje – Veliki Gradež – Žbevnica – Veli Badin

Istria in this springtime offers unforgettable views and peace that is hard to find in the summer crowds. This time I set out on a varied circular tour that connects some of the most beautiful peaks and points of Slovenian and Croatian Istria.

Route and key points:

Hrastovlje: Our starting point under the mighty fortified church.

Veliki Gradež (507 m): First ascent, which serves up that true Karst landscape.

Žbevnica (1014 m): The peak that is the heart of this trail. Views from the top reach from Snežnik and Slavnik all the way to the Gulf of Trieste and deep into Croatian Istria.

Veli Badin (Ears of Istria): Descent under mighty overhangs and walls that are a natural masterpiece and home to numerous birds.

Church of St. Quiricus: Peaceful spot above Sočerga, offering the last panoramic view of the trail we walked (or cycled).

The tour is 54 km long and overcomes almost 1400 meters of elevation gain. Although I did it by bike myself, most of the trail (especially the top of Žbevnica and the edge of Veli Badin) is extremely popular among hikers too.

WARNING: The video is prepared to take you through all this wonderful nature. If you watch it to the end, you'll probably be planning a trip to these parts this Saturday! 🏔️✨

Enjoy the views and happy trails to everyone heading to these areas! 🌳☀️

Fridrihštajn in a slightly different way. The film shows the reconstructed appearance of Fridrihštajn castle, as it might have looked 600 years ago, when it was still the proud fortress of the Counts of Celje. Today, only ruins of it remain, but its story lives on — in legends, memories and in the hearts of many who climb this 974-meter hill.
Veronika Deseniška and Friderik II. Celjski.
Forbidden love that marked Slovenian history and survived 600 years.
Short film reveals their secret refuge at Fridrihštajn — and the story that still lives.

On a wonderful, crystal-clear December day I set out to explore the Snežnik plateau – an area that always surprises anew with its wild beauty, forests and breathtaking views.

This adventure started in the quiet village Vrbica (427 m) near Ilirska Bistrica. Already the initial kilometers through the enchanting Reka river valley announced that the day would be something special. This was followed by the ascent to the mighty Snežnik plateau, where I visited several peaks and enjoyed the complete silence of the high forests.

The first goal was Goljak (1145 m), then the highest point of the tour – Veliki Razbor (1300 m), which offered one of the nicest views on the entire path. The descent to below Kozlek was a real fairy-tale experience, but soon the hardest part of the day followed: 150 elevation meters of a very demanding uphill by bike, which brought me to the top of Kozlek (997 m), where there is also a pleasant mountain hut.

From the top I descended towards Srednji vrh (910 m) and Sopilo (869 m), then an attractive final descent back to the valley awaited me, to the starting point in Vrbica.

In total I rode 35 km and overcame 1150 elevation meters. On the path exceptional views opened to the entire Reka river valley, to Kvarner Bay and also the islands Krk and Cres.

If you love nature, adventures and authentic mountaineering feelings, I invite you to join me in the video.
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If you want to wander for a while into the forest area of Stojna, where humans are not frequent visitors, observe it from a slightly different perspective. Welcome.

🚵‍♂️ Divine tour through the Karawanks – epic EMTB adventure combining picturesque views, brutal ascents and adrenaline descents!
On the way I rode 50.4 km and overcame 1622 elevation meters. The route led me:
• from village Rodine (544 m),
• past the Završnica reservoir,
• up steep climb to Hut at Završnica spring (1425 m),
• through wonderful mountain valley to Hut on Zelenica (1536 m),
• then steep descent to Ljubelj border crossing (1058 m),
• and further on gravel road with average gradient 14° (up to 32° in places) to old Ljubelj border crossing (1369 m). Followed long descent to Tržič (516 m) and return on local road to start in Rodine.
🌄 On the tour I experienced everything – from divine views to hellish climbs. If interested how real EMTB challenge in Karawanks looks, check the video!

Circular tour to Slavnik (1028 m) – Primorski Triglav! Start from Kozina, sea views, wonderful panorama at the top, descent through autumn-colored landscape towards villages Skadanščina and Povžane and return to Kozina. 38.4 km and 969 meters of real touring bike enjoyment!

Experience Pohorje in all its grandeur! 🚵‍♂️🌲 In this dynamic video we embark on an epic walk through some of Slovenia's most beautiful spots: from scenic Rogla, over mysterious Lovrenc Lakes and mystical Black Lake, all the way to enchanting Oplotniški Vintgar.

Join me on an adventure through the wonderful Karavanke. Start in picturesque Tržič (440 m), ride through the geological gem Dovžanovo soteska with its dramatic rock towers, then ascend to Taborniški dom Šija (1528 m) – the highest situated hut under the mighty Košuta mountain chain.
Continue the path towards the Kofce mountain hut, where peaks line up like pearls on a necklace. Follows dynamic descent to Podljubelj and back to Tržič – perfect circle full of views, fresh air and mountain bike pleasures.

Join me on a bike tour starting under the mighty silhouette of the Borovnica Viaduct in Borovnica and ending with return through the idyllic Borovnica valley. Follows an unforgettable mix of views, ascents, descents, nature idyll and heavy Ozzy Osbourne riffs providing the right energy backdrop.

This time I take you on the shorter variant of the famous endurance hike In the Footsteps of the Bears. I combined bike and hiking shoes to show you a good part of this trail and the wild, pristine world of Kočevski Rog.

In this video I take you on an unforgettable journey through one of the most beautiful natural treasures of Gorski Kotar – the natural park Green Spring, which lies right on the border with Slovenia, near the town of Skrad. We will walk through the stunning canyon Devil's Passage, about 800 meters long, where the Jasle stream breaks through dramatic rock walls, sometimes only two meters wide. The path leads through galleries and bridges carved into the live rock – a real treat for the eyes and soul!

At the end of the path awaits a breathtaking sight: a 70-meter high waterfall that plunges from a mighty rock overhang in front of the entrance to a mysterious cave, where the Green Spring originates.

The route starts with ascent to Kurešček, where a wonderful view of the Church of Mary Queen of Peace awaited me, rising above the surrounding nature. Continuation through forest and gravel roads took me to Turjak, where I felt the energy and power of the forest flowing into every bend.

But the real treat comes at the idyllic ponds in Draga valley. These wonderful wild treasures, where flora and fauna intertwine in genuine harmony, offer pleasant peace and relaxation – a real break from daily hustle.

Watch the video and surrender to the feeling of freedom, exploration and inspiration offered by this cycling experience.