TET Slovenia
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TET
Slovenia is situated in Central Europe touching the Alps and bordering the Mediterranean.
You will be surrounded by mountains on the northern part of the route. The emerald coloured river Soca will greet you there, so take time for a stop if there is an opportunity. You can camp at one of the many beautiful official campsites by the river.
Later on forests and hills welcome you on white gravel roads winding towards the south. Stop and soak in the great views as they open up. The southwestern part of the route will take you through Slovenia's Karst Plateau (Slovenian: Kras), a limestone region of underground rivers, gorges, and caves. Slovenia is a country with many asphalted roads that have already reached most of the small remote villages, so having a decent piece of continuous unsurfaced trail is a real treat. The Slovenian TET section is more than 75% unpaved.
It is a gift to ride here, so try to make the most of it. Take a rest in a random small village, visit the restaurant there and order some local food and wine.
The TET through Slovenia is not too difficult, but some sections are not advised to be ridden with big adventure bikes. Packing and travelling light is the ethos. Most surfaces on TET through Slovenia are gravel. Some sections are soil, which can be a bit muddy in the case of rain. Some short parts of the trail are steep and/or rocky.
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Do not miss swimming in the beautiful and clear emerald Soca River in the north or the Kolpa River in the south.
If you have some spare time go and visit the First World War museum in Kobarid. You will be astonished by the huge battles that took place in this region.
Explore the authentic and exquisite cuisine - where it is only a step from the farm to the table. T
ake a rest in a random small village and try some local food and wine in one of those restaurants called ""GOSTILNA"". Slovenian food and wine is top quality and not too expensive.
Slovenia is the land of castles so try to find time to see one. Your best option - and almost on the route - is Predjama Castle near Postojna.
Also don't miss a visit to Postojna Caves - perhaps the best caves you will ever see.
You will need 3 days to ride the suggested trail. Try to take an extra day or two and spend some time on one of the beautiful rivers or get lose yourself in a remote village. This way you'll get much more from Slovenia and it will make your experience more unique.
https://www.slovenia.info/en
