SLJEME 15.10.2017.

We decided to spend a lovely autumn day on Sljeme, the highest peak of the mountain Medvednica, standing at 1,033 m. There are many ways to get to the top, one of which being the asphalt road which we used, as well as many hiking trails. Due to that, Sljeme is a very popular place both among people living in Zagreb, and those living in other parts of Croatia.
Fellow bikers decided to spend such a nice day on Sljeme too!

On the top itself, there is the TV tower, which you can see from Zagreb and from Zagorje. The 169-meter-high tower has been here since 1976. Unfortunately, it is now closed for visitors.

Until 2007, there was a cable car Sljeme. It was opened in 1963 and had 88 cabins which were sufficient for transportation of more than 400 people. Due to the malfunction of the electromotor it was officially closed in 2007.

Of course, the view of Zagreb and its surroundings is breathtaking.

Sljeme is very popular among skiing fans, because of The Snow Queen Trophy, a World Cup alpine ski race held here since 2005. 

For all nature lovers and hikers, Sljeme is a perfect place to visit. The landscape is picturesque, and there are also many restaurants which offer local cuisine, so you will have the opportunity to enjoy with all your senses!

Hopefully, we will have a short winter and see you soon!