Many of us have undoubtedly visited Seville, the beautiful historic capital of Spain’s southernmost region. Or are planning to. To explore the surrounding region in addition to spending a few days in the city, we’ve decided to set out on a bike ride. By following sections of two very diverse routes from the EuroVelo network—the Atlantic Coast Route and the Mediterranean Route—we leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind.

In this article, we take you to the Green Karst in southern Slovenia. A region where gravel and/or mountain biking offers you unprecedented opportunities to explore nature in an adventurous way.

“Gentle mountains with spirit” are what make the Ore Mountains a dream destination for many cyclists. With winding routes, fast descents, wild forest and woodland trails, or peaceful rides through the flatter countryside along the rivers. Dotted with easier trail sections, the route takes you up and down the mountains, from valley to valley.