Vršič Pass from Kranjska Gora

Route overview

Suitable for riders prepared for a steady 855 m climb over 19 km.

19 km climb to Vršič Pass from Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, gaining 855 m.

The route starts at Kranjska Gora and passes through Gozd Martuljek at 3.4 km, Log at 5.5 km, Jasna at 8.5 km before beginning a sustained climb at 8.8 km. The climb to Vršič Pass covers 9.9 km, gaining 771 m at an average gradient of 7.8% with a maximum of 12.1%, reaching a summit height of 1613 m at 18.7 km. The elevation rises from a low of 757 m near Gozd Martuljek to the high point of 1613 m. The terrain involves 68% climbing, 17% descending and 15% flat. 79% of the route is paved with 21% on gravel or unpaved surfaces. The ride features a mix of road types: 59% on main roads (all without cycle lanes), 17% on paths, 12% on cycle paths, 9% on quiet streets and 3% on tracks. Almost 9 km are on roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or more. The longest named roads ridden are Vršiška cesta for 4.7 km and Russian Street for 4.2 km. Amenities include a restaurant at Brunarica pri Ingotu near 1.8 km, a café at Tenis klub Hotel Kranjska Gora at 7.6 km, and a restaurant at Tičarjev dom na Vršiču at the finish. There is also a supermarket at 6.7 km, several water sources and toilets spaced along the route. The longest stretch with no café, shop or water is 4.9 km between 13.8 km and the finish at 18.7 km.

Highlights

• Vršič Pass summit at 1613 m
• Climb starts after Jasna at 8.8 km
• Peaks Vanežev rob and Mali vrh nearby
• Razgledni stolp Jasna viewpoint at 8.7 km

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

1 h 21 min

Best months

Jun to Aug — daily highs of 17–19 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 11 km on main roads without a cycle lane
• 8.9 km on roads with speed limits 80 km/h or more
• 21% gravel or unpaved sections
• 4.9 km without café, shop or water from 13.8 km

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.