Posavje
The Orans route connects the most interesting natural and cultural sights in the wider area of the municipality of Bistrica ob Sotli.
The Orans route starts in front of the municipal hall in the very center of the village. It continues towards Polje pri Bistrici, then left along the Sotla and climbs to the scenic St. Cross. From here, it descends through Srebrnik and then uphill past the Slomšek monument to Križan vrh. Then follows first a descent towards Podsreda and then a climb to Podsreda castle, from there left to the idyllic castle road to the Holy Mountains. The route continues towards Bizeljsko castle, then above Orešje around Kunšperska gora to the village Kunšperk and from there back to the starting point.
Author’s recommendation
Take your time, stop along the way and enjoy the beautiful views of the wider surroundings.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Show elevation profileRest stops
Grad Bizeljsko, vinska klet WisellKlet Sagmeister
Safety information
We recommend that you carry enough water or fluids with you.
Tips and suggestions
Along the route definitely visit interesting points such as the viewpoint by the church of St. Cross, Slomšek monument, medieval square Podsreda, Podsreda castle, Osojnik cross, Holy Mountains, Bizeljsko castle, Kravarič homestead, Bistrica ob Sotli…
Roadbook
The length of the Orans route is 40 km (4-5 hours) and it is suitable for recreational cyclists (mountain bike recommended);
The route also offers 3 shortened variants (10 km / 24 km / 33 km), which are also suitable for families.
Grad Podsreda
Grad Bizeljsko
Kurija Erdody Razvor
Cerkev Marijinega Rojstva
Grad Bizeljsko, vinska klet Wisell
Klet Sagmeister
Public transport
By bus to the starting point in Bistrica ob Sotli.
Directions
By road to the starting point at Bistrica ob Sotli 17.
Parking
Large free parking is available at the starting point of the route (by the hayrack at the municipal building).
Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
Equipment
Recommended mountain or trekking bike and helmet.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

User Questions