- Slovenia, a green cycling paradise in the heart of Europe, is a producer of some of the world's best cyclists and most diverse biking trails Slovenia, one of the greenest and safest countries in the world, bearing the Green & Safe [ https://www.slovenia.info/en/press-centre/news-of-the-tourism-press-agency/12666-green-safe] label, is a land of active people and extraordinary sporting super-heroes. After the historic success of Slovenian cyclists at the top of the overall rankings at the Tour de France, many have been asking how a nation of two million can be so successful [ https://www.slovenia.info/en/press-centre/press-releases/10125-slovenian-sporting-success-explained]. There are many reasons. Most of them have to do with the individual efforts and skills of @rogla [ https://twitter.com/rogla] (Primoz Roglic [https://www.slovenia.info/en/stories/primoz-roglic]) and @TamauPogi [https://twitter.com/TamauPogi] (Tadej Pogacar). Many others are explained below. The love of sports is written in Slovenians' genes. Slovenia is extremely diverse, offering a huge variety of outdoor activities. It's almost Europe in your pocket. The urban/rural ratio is roughly 50-50, so, nature is just around the corner for most people. Combined with a pleasant climate, Slovenia offers some of the most beautiful biking trails in the world [ https://www.slovenia.info/en/stories/the-most-beautiful-biking-trails] and attracts a wealth of cyclists virtually the whole year round. Everything is so near in Slovenia and distances between different regions are easily overcome. You can head uphill for mountain biking trails [ https://www.slovenia.info/en/things-to-do/active-holidays/biking/mountain-biking], with numerous trails suitable for beginners and world-class cyclists. Some mountain bikers prefer the idyllic Alpine atmosphere and rocky paths, while others enjoy the green hills more. In Slovenia, you can do both [ https://www.slovenia.info/en/things-to-do/active-holidays/biking/mountain-biking]. The Julian Alps [https://www.slovenia.info/en/the-julian-alps] with Kranjska Gora and Soca Valley, or Koroska region in the Northeast, are some of the most breathtaking cycling destinations, while Rogla and Mariborsko Zresko Pohorje are a paradise for all road cyclers, with a unique microclimate providing athletes with perfect summer training conditions. The TRANS Slovenia route [ https://www.slovenia.info/en/stories/the-most-beautiful-biking-trails#%3A%98%3Atext=Trans%20Slovenia%201&text=The%20trail%20will%20take%20you%20from%20the%20Julian%20Alps%20through%82mysterious%20Karst%20to%20the%20coast.] is the most popular among MTB enthusiasts. Adrenaline lovers can visit MTB parks [ https://www.slovenia.info/en/things-to-do/active-holidays/biking/bike-parks]; one of the most popular can be found in Kocevje in the shelter of mighty trees. There is also plenty of opportunities to discover Slovenian cities by bike [https://www.slovenia.info/en/stories/explore-cities-by-bicycle], or take a ride among wine-growing hills [https://www.slovenia.info/en/stories/cycling-among-vineyards] to taste traditional Slovenian culinary delights. It all depends on your personality, but there is something for everyone. Sport has a special place in Slovenia. This year, on 23rd of September, we celebrate a new national holiday – Day of Slovenian Sport. Read MORE [https://ter.li/v06fyw]. More PHOTOS available HERE [https://www.dropbox.com/sh/787qanrrujsbwty/AAC543q2Lv2ky5oLO17CTc0Wa?dl=0]. Follow us: Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/slovenia.info] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/SloveniaInfo] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/feelslovenia] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/slovenian-tourist-board] Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1275601/Roglic_Pogacar_Slovenian_Cycling_Super_Heroes.jpg Source: Slovenian Tourist Board