5 days in Koroška

Day 1 – Taste tradition

As no journey should begin on an empty stomach, make your first stop in the charming village of Šentanel, where friendly tourist farms will treat you to traditional dishes made from local ingredients and a pinch of love. In the afternoon, take a stroll through the historic old town centre of Slovenj Gradec, explore its rich cultural heritage, sample homemade desserts and honey bread, and climb up to the viewpoint at Rahtel, which offers a wonderful view of the Mislinja Valley.

Day 2 – Cycling along the Štrekna

Rent a bike from one of the many providers and ride along the famous Štrekna, a popular cycling route. The former railway line now runs through tunnels, over bridges and across the valleys of Koroška, all the way to Velenje. To make organising summer cycling experiences easier, the Štrekna bus provides transport, including for your bike. If you still have enough energy, continue along the Drava Cycling Route, which winds along the Drava River. Along the way, local specialities await you in pleasant restaurants and cafés, as well as breathtaking views of the mighty Drava.

Day 3 – Nature and adrenaline

Spend the day among the treetops in the Kope adventure park, where you can test your skills on ropes and a zipline. Enjoy stunning views of the Mislinja and Drava valleys. In the afternoon, head down into the forests in the heart of Pohorje, where mighty spruces grow, some up to 400 years old. The reward at the end of the trail is the famous and beautiful Ribniško Lake. The mountain air and the tranquillity of nature will fill you with energy.

Day 4 – Industrial heritage and an underground adventure

Start the day in Ravne na Koroškem with a visit to the Old Ironworks – Štauharija, where interactive exhibitions and real machines bring the story of the steelmaking tradition to life. Then continue to Mežica, to the Peca Underground, where an exceptional experience awaits you – a ride on a miners’ train and exploring abandoned tunnels by mountain bike or kayak. A true Indiana Jones-style adventure that reveals the secrets of Koroška’s mining world.

Day 5 – Manor, river and raft

On the last day, visit the beautiful Bukovje Manor in Dravograd, a well-preserved monument of aristocratic heritage. Then continue along the Drava River, where an authentic rafting experience awaits you in Muta – friendly locals will show you how people once navigated the river. End your journey in Radlje ob Dravi, at the first natural biological swimming pool in Slovenia, where you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon surrounded by nature.