Velika planina
This climb is part of Gorenjska region. Velika Planina is a stunning alpine plateau above Kamnik, reached by a steep cycling climb. It offers challenging gradients, quiet forest roads, and breathtaking views of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps with traditional herdsmen’s huts.Average gradient: 4.7%
Elevation difference: 739m
You start at 436.7m and finish at 1179.7m
Athletes climbed: 946 View on Strava
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Cycling the Legendary Velika Planina
Velika Planina, one of Slovenia’s most iconic alpine plateaus, offers cyclists a truly unique and challenging experience. The climb starts from the valley near Kamniška Bistrica and quickly reveals its character: steep gradients, quiet forest roads, and ever-expanding views as the elevation rises. With sections pushing above 10% incline, it tests both physical endurance and mental resilience, making it a rewarding challenge for ambitious riders. What makes Velika Planina stand out is not only the demanding ascent but also the destination itself. At the top lies a vast alpine pasture dotted with traditional wooden shepherd huts, a cultural treasure where herders still maintain centuries-old traditions of cheesemaking and mountain living. The plateau opens up to sweeping views of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, offering a breathtaking reward after the effort.
Cycling to the Shepherds’ Plateau
At the top lies a vast alpine pasture dotted with traditional wooden shepherd huts, a cultural treasure where herders still maintain centuries-old traditions of cheesemaking and mountain living. The plateau opens up to sweeping views of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, offering a breathtaking reward after the effort. Unlike more famous European climbs, Velika Planina remains relatively undiscovered, meaning riders often enjoy the tranquility of the road without heavy traffic. The combination of raw natural beauty, cultural heritage, and the sheer challenge of the climb makes cycling here a memorable adventure. For cyclists seeking something off the beaten path, Velika Planina captures the essence of Slovenia: rugged, authentic, and stunningly beautiful.
