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Rački ribniki
Cycling route · Štajerska (Slovenian Styria) · Gravel, Trekking, Family
- Length
- 19 km
- Elevation gain
- 50 m
- Duration
- ~1,5 h
- Difficulty
- easy
- Region
- Štajerska (Slovenian Styria)
- Route type
- Gravel, Trekking, Family
- Surface
- asphalt 7 km · gravel 12 km
- Suitable for
- E-bike, MTB, Gravel, Trekking, Adaptive
This flat circular route through the Rački ribniki – Požeg Landscape Park follows quiet paved roads and firm gravel tracks. The first part of the route passes through Rače and by its castle before continuing between ponds, through shaded woodland and across the open landscape at the foot of the Pohorje hills. With its easy and safe terrain, numerous shaded sections and several designated rest areas, the route is well suited to families and anyone looking for a short, relaxed cycling trip.
Points along the route
Rače
0 km
Rače Castle
The ride starts in Rače next to a Renaissance castle surrounded by a landscaped park. After a few minutes, we leave the town behind and turn towards the Rački ribniki ponds, where the traffic quickly gives way to peace and nature.
Rački ribniki Ponds
2 km
Rački ribniki Ponds
We enter the landscape park, where a paved road with very little traffic runs between the ponds. Water surrounds us on both sides, with ducks, herons, storks and dragonflies often visible along the way.
Forest
Between the ponds and Požeg Lake, the route follows a firm gravel track through shaded woodland. The section is easy and suitable for all types of bikes. Hunting blinds can also be spotted along the way.
Požeg Reservoir
Požeg is an artificial reservoir and the largest body of water on the route. A designated cycling rest area with tables and benches sits beside the lake, making it the ideal place for a break or a snack.
Spodnja Polskava
11 km
Fields Below Pohorje
The route passes through fields and meadows with wide-open views towards Pohorje. Traffic is light, and part of this section follows the EuroVelo 9 route.
The Rački ribniki route is a great choice for a relaxed cycling trip without significant climbs or busy roads. Back in Rače, you can take a short walk to the castle or treat yourself to an ice cream at Calimero
Along the way
Towns and villages
Rače (0 km), Spodnja Polskava (8 km)
Food and drink
- Gostilna Karla (0 km from the start): A family-run restaurant in the centre of Rače serving traditional dishes, grilled specialities and seafood. During the warmer months, guests can also sit on the outdoor terrace with its wooden huts.
- Calimero Ice Cream (0 km from the start): A local ice cream shop near Rače Castle, known for its wide selection of ice creams. It also serves burgers and kebabs.
Water and rest
- Cycling Rest Area at Požeg Lake (6 km from the start): A designated rest area beside Požeg Reservoir with tables and benches.
Parking and trains
- Rače Railway Station (0 km from the start): The start of the route if you arrive by train.
- Parking (0 km from the start): Parking area with approximately 10 spaces.
Sights
- Rače Castle (0 km from the start): A 16th-century Renaissance manor surrounded by a landscaped park. Today, the building houses the municipal offices, a library and spaces for various events.
- Rački ribniki – Požeg Landscape Park (2 km from the start): A protected area of ponds, wetlands and forests at the foot of the Pohorje hills. The area is an important habitat for numerous bird species, with more than 200 species recorded here.