Jubilee 10th Grand Prix of Slovenian Istria powered by I Feel Slovenia

The domestic cycling season traditionally begins with the Grand Prix of Slovenian Istria, powered by I Feel Slovenia, a one-day 1.2 category race. In partnership with the Slovenian Tourist Board, a live broadcast will once again be available this year on the MMC RTV Slovenia online portal.

The first in a series of four Slovenian spring one-day races will once again showcase the beauty of the Slovenian Istria tourist destination, which is a popular retreat for cyclists, especially in the winter and spring seasons. Not only for tourism, but also for domestic cycling teams, it is important that the Cycling Federation of Slovenia, in partnership with the Slovenian Tourist Board and the I Feel Slovenia brand, will once again provide a live broadcast.

Collaboration with Coastal Municipalities

Last year, the Slovenian Cycling Federation revived its collaboration with all four coastal municipalities - Izola, Piran, Koper, and Ankaran. The route of the Grand Prix of Slovenian Istria powered by I Feel Slovenia thus passes through some of the most beautiful spots on the Istrian coast and its hinterland, guaranteeing exciting racing.

176 cyclists from as many as 30 teams are expected in Izola. On the 33-kilometer-long main circuit, they will climb to Barede and descend through Gažon and Šmarje under the picturesque village of Padna into the Dragonja Valley. The route then continues along the Sečovlje Salt Pans Landscape Park into Portorož and through Strunjan back to Izola. The final segment includes three laps of just over seven kilometers in Izola and its immediate surroundings.

Statement from the President of the Slovenian Cycling Federation

President of the Slovenian Cycling Federation, Pavel Marđonović: "The cycling season begins on Slovenian roads. I am pleased that another race has joined the trio of races this year, making a total of four international races in one week. This season opener has become well-established, and there is great interest among teams. For the third consecutive year, we are collaborating with the Slovenian Tourist Board – I Feel Slovenia, which allows us to provide live race broadcasts. I am happy that cycling races have been recognized as an excellent platform for promoting Slovenia. We will continue working hard to provide these races for our cyclists, enabling them to develop their potential and prove themselves to international teams."