Sunday routes 70 km and 138 km: What's new?
Minimal changes to the longer, 138 km route, the shorter, 70 km route remains unchanged
When planning the route for I feel Slovenia L'Etape Slovenia by Tour de France, everything is organized to ensure the highest level of safety for all participants and an unforgettable cycling experience. Can there be anything more beautiful than cycling through the idyllic regions of Slovenia, in the Gorenjska region, which always fascinates with the views over the rugged terrain? When we breathe, we feel the incredible strength of the body, when we overcome the endless plains, conquer the climbs, reach the goals and we are flooded with hormones of happiness - a whole face smile guaranteed! Yes, cycling is a sport for all generations and an increasingly popular form of outdoor recreation.
To fulfill high expectations of all participants
The organizational challenge of recreational cycling events is greater, as it must meet the expectations of all participants:
- from an unforgettable experience to building friendships.
- From getting to know the landscape, culture and customs of the locals to the fan experience.
- From "getting to the finish line" and setting personal milestones to cycling at full strength and competing for the iconic Tour de France jerseys.
L'Etape Slovenia makes all this happen. The format of a recreational cycling race, which is suitable for all cycling enthusiasts, experienced cyclists, as well as former professional cyclists and especially for all those who want an unforgettable experience. The start of all cyclists will be at the same time, on Sunday, September 3, 2023, presumably at 9 a.m.
The Ride - shorter distance
Shorter distance - 70 km long route, called "The RIDE" abroad, with a total elevation gain of 671 m, is unchanged compared to last year. From the start in Kranj, the route leads through Hrastje, Valburga, Komenda, the birthplace of Tadej Pogačar, to Šenturška gora, over Apno to Dvorje to Preddvor and across Srednja Bela to Predoslje and to the finish in Kranj.
It has one mountain climb with the finish at Šenturška gora with a specially marked section for competing for the polka-dot jersey, where there is also a food and drinks station, and one marked sprint segment for competing for the green jersey.
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The Race - the longer distance
The longer route – the 138 km long route, called "The RACE" abroad, with a total of 1,860 m of elevation gain, has been minimally changed compared to last year. The main change is in the part where the shorter and longer routes are separated. The shorter route ends with a ride along Jelenov Klanec (Deer ridge) to the finish line, while the longer route continues over the bridge to the second loop. Due to the complete closure of the bridge over the Sava River due to renovation - this year's route will take you over the bridge over the Sava at Savska loka (a narrower bridge past the sports and recreation center).
The long route thus continues through Besnica and with the 2nd mountain finish - the ascent through Podblica, the birthplace of our ambassador, Matej Mohorič, across Jamnik, followed by the descent to Kropa, continues through Prezrenje, Gobovce towards Tržič, to Križe, Golnik, through Goriče to Trstenik and Bašelj, and over Zgornja Bela to Predoslje thus ending with the ascent of Jelenov Klanec with the finishing line in Kranj.
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Fair play, team spirit, tolerance
Cycling skills, sportsmanship and principles of fair play and tolerance are characteristics that we encourage. Always be careful on the route, as this ensures your safety and the safety of other participants. Be especially careful with all descents and cyclists on the longer route when crossing the Sava River over the bridge at Savska loka.
Commitement of L'Etape Slovenia team
For the ultimate L'Etape Slovenia experience, we will provide all cyclists with:
- road closures and attention over other road users;
- food and drinks stations: Šenturška gora, Jamnik and Retnje;
- security and medical staff;
- technical assistance along the entire route;
- marked sections for competing for the polka-dot (mountain climbs) and green jerseys (sprint section);
- timing for competing for the yellow and white jersey.
Finally, some welcome infrastructure updates:
- a minor change is in Vodice, where the road passes through the new intersection of the section to connect to the highway;
- the road from Cerklje to Šenturška gora got new tarmac, whereas last year there was macadam on the route;
- the first two bends on the road to Podblica have been resurfaced.
Make it a key experience. And the fact that you are part of the international cycling family of the L'Etape by Tour de France series. Let L'Etape Slovenia be an unforgettable experience that you will remember and talk about!
