Cycling day trip from Stará Turá to Strání

Get ready for a scenic ride that links two charming border towns—Stará Turá in Slovakia and Strání in the Czech Republic. This 30.5 km route takes you through the rolling hills and forests of the White Carpathians, with plenty of quiet roads and gravel tracks—perfect for adventure-seekers and anyone craving some peaceful countryside.

You’ll tackle a good bit of climbing (almost 950 meters!), so bring your climbing legs—and maybe a snack or two. About half your journey rolls along super-quiet roads, with the rest mostly on tracks and a splash of gravel thrown in. Expect a mix of surfaces (mostly natural), making this best suited for a gravel or mountain bike.

Stará Turá is known for its rich textile history and as a lively regional hub. Strání, your destination, is famous for its traditional folk customs and sits right on the Czech side of the border in the beautiful Bílé Karpaty Protected Landscape Area. You’ll end your ride in a friendly village with a dose of culture and, if you time it right, maybe even a local festival!