BEER AND HOPS CYCLING DAY – 7th September 2024

BEER AND HOPS CYCLING DAY
kolesarjenje med polji hmelja
Grad Žovnek
Grad Žovnek
Ogled in degustacija piv na kmetiji Green Gold
Med hmeljišči
MTB, e-bike, gravel

Time: cca. 5 hours
Cycling: 2 hours
Lenght: 20 km
Climbing: 240 m
Suitable for: e-mtb, gravel, MTB
Surface: asphalt, gravel, dirt roads

We will cycle from Hotel Grof along side roads to Žovnek Castle where we will visit the castle of famous Dukes of Celje ancestors.

The ancestors of the Dukes of Celje strongly marked the period of the Middle Ages and influenced the development of the whole of Europe. We will discover an interesting heritage and admire unspoilt nature with a breathtaking view.

Our biking journey will then take us between hop fields to and through the world-famous Rojnik Hop Farm, a family estate that has been perfecting the art of hop cultivation for nearly 150 years. Here, you will learn about the fascinating history and meticulous process behind one of Slovenia's and Savinjy valley`s most cherished agricultural traditions.

After a scenic ride, indulge in a classic hop farmer's lunch, featuring local specialties. The day concludes with an exclusive tour of the Green Gold Brewing, a cutting-edge microbrewery owned by the Rojnik family. Discover the secrets behind their acclaimed craft beers, brewed with distinctive Slovenian hop varieties like Aurora and Styrian Dragon.

Registration:

You can write to us at our e-mail address bike@grof.eu or call +386 3 70 55 550 or +386 41 30 10 30.

PRICE: 65€ per person (minimum 8 cyclists required)

Included:

  • Cycling package (cycling bottle with energy drink and energy bar)
  • Žovnek castle visit
  • Classic hop farmer`s lunch
  • Beer Tasting
  • Visit local brewey Green Gold and hop harvesting procession
  • Cycling guide

Possible surcharges:

  • Bike rental: e-bike: €49; gravel bike: €45; MTB bike: €29

All organized guided tours can be rearranged to your wishes and cycling skills. Contact us for personalization of the programs.

Criteria of the difficulty level of cycling routes

 Criteria for family cycling

Easy

You are a family with small children who can already cycle on their own. You cycle mostly on a plain with short gentle inclines.

Normal

You are a family with young children, who cycle on diverse terrain with small climbs and descents.

 Criteria for road cycling

Easy

You are in a poor shape and cycle up to twice a week. You cycle on slightly diverse terrain with smaller climbs and descents.

Normal

You are in a moderate shape and exercise more than 3x weekly. You cycle on hilly terrain with medium length climbs and descents.

Hard

You are in a good shape and exercise regularly. You cycle on a hilly terrain and can spend multiple hours on a bicycle.

Expert

You are in an excellent shape and spend a lot of time exercising. You cycle on a hilly terrain with steep inclines and descents.

 Criteria for mountain cycling

Easy

You are in a poor shape and cycle up to twice a week. You cycle on slightly diverse terrain with smaller climbs and descents.

Normal

You are in a moderate shape and exercise more than 3x weekly. You cycle on hilly terrain with medium length climbs and descents.

Hard

You are in a good shape and exercise regularly. You cycle on a hilly terrain and can spend multiple hours on a bicycle.

Expert

You are in an excellent shape and spend a lot of time exercising. You cycle on a hilly terrain with steep inclines and descents.

Reservation of a guided cycling tour

We can organize tours every day of the week. In case the tour for the chosen date is not available, we ask you to write the date in the comments.
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