Tour of Slovenia reveals

Drava Bike is not just a cycling route, but the backdrop to one of the most important stages of the Tour of Slovenia 2026. The second stage of the Tour of Slovenia connects Carinthia and Styria through the area along the Drava River, and the next day the story continues in Maribor with the start of the 3rd stage.

For centuries, the Drava has connected places, people, cultures and landscapes from Carinthia to Styria. Today, visitors can best discover this story by bike – on the Drava Bike, which leads through nature, cities, wine-growing hills, cultural heritage and local experiences along the river.

On June 18, professional cyclists will complete the route between Radlje ob Dravi and Ormož in a few hours. Visitors can experience it over several days on the Drava Bike – with intermediate stops in Maribor, Ptuj, among the vineyards of Jeruzalem and with numerous experiences along the Drava River.

Maribor, the largest city on the Drava and the start of the 3rd stage of the Tour of Slovenia, which will take place a day later, on June 19, holds a special place on this route. The riverside town combines urban energy, a rich wine tradition and numerous opportunities for active leisure. Visitors can explore the old town, Lent with the oldest vine in the world, head to Pohorje or continue their cycling exploration of Styria.

The Drava Trail offers visitors a diverse cycling experience. From the green scenery of the Drava Valley and the unspoiled nature of Carinthia, it leads past Maribor, the capital of Styria, to Ptuj, the oldest Slovenian city, and on to Ormož and Jeruzalem, where cyclists are greeted by picturesque vineyards, top-quality wines and views of the rolling landscape of Styria.

Tour of Slovenia shows the route. Drava Bike allows visitors to experience it.

The Drava Route offers visitors a diverse cycling experience

Tour of Slovenia shows the route. Drava Bike allows visitors to experience it. The green scenery of the Drava Valley and the unspoiled nature of Carinthia leads past Maribor, the capital of Styria, to Ptuj, the oldest Slovenian city, and on towards Ormož and Jeruzalem, where cyclists are greeted by picturesque vineyards, top-quality wines and views of the rolling landscape. Follow the race, and in between, take advantage of the days and discover Štajerska by bike:

• Maribor and wine roads
• Drava Bike in several days
• Jerusalem Road Cycling Experience
• Road climbs for cyclists on Pohorje
• Along the route of the Okoli Pohorja marathon
• Along the paths of professionals along the Drava

Follow the Tour of Slovenia and then discover the route of professional cyclists yourself. From Radelje ob Dravi, the green entry point to the cycling experience along the Drava River and the Drava Valley, to the urban pulse of Maribor, historic Ptuj and the wine-growing hills of Ormož and Jeruzalem, top-notch cycling experiences, local flavors, cultural heritage and views await you, which are best discovered on two wheels.