Sunday Challenge L'Etape Slovenia 2025 Rated 9.2
Participants of the Sunday challenge of L'Etape Slovenia 2025 rated the 4th edition of the event with an average score of 9.2.
We asked the participants of the Sunday long (130 km) and short (80 km) Merkur zavarovalnica L'Etape Slovenia by Tour de France challenge to share their opinions. The survey was available from September 24 to October 1, 2025 on the L'Etape Slovenia website, and 219 participants responded. A sincere thank you to everyone for your feedback, opinions, compliments, and suggestions for improvement. You have given us an excellent foundation for designing the 5th edition in 2026.
Who are the cyclists of L'Etape Slovenia Ride and Race?
Among those who took part in the survey, 87% were men and 13% women. The majority came from Slovenia (77%), followed by participants from Croatia, Austria, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Italy.
41% were between 18 and 39 years old, and nearly 60% were 40 or older. 48% registered for the 130 km route, but slightly less than 44% actually completed it, as some switched routes during the event. Almost all (96%) rode road bikes.
When you become part of the Tour de France legend …
60% of the participants had taken part in L'Etape Slovenia at least once before, and almost 19% had participated in all four editions, becoming true L'Etape Slovenia ambassadors.
Looking ahead to 2026, as 77% plan to take part again and nearly 88% would recommend the event to a friend.
We’re grateful for your trust!
... and you know that legendary enjoyment lies in good preparation
Almost 50% of respondents are physically active for at least one hour a day, 4–5 days a week, and 55% have been road cycling for at least 5 years.
In 2025, 26.4% cycled more than 7,000 km before the event, 29% between 4,001–7,000 km, and almost 30% between 2,001–4,000 km. More than half (52%) do not follow a specific training plan for the challenge, while 40% follow their own plan and 8% follow a personal coach’s plan.
As many as 85% of respondents followed our recommendation to ride at least 3,000 km before the L'Etape Slovenia challenge.
The route and race goals
The varied and scenic route suits you well (66%), with 40% preferring a distance between 76–100 km, 29% favoring 101–130 km, and nearly 25% wishing for a 131–150 km route.
About 3% aim to win Tour de France jerseys, 13% seek a podium finish in their age category, and 30% set a target average speed. Half (50%) have no competitive goals.
Every goal is a good goal — it moves us, and movement is nourishment for body and soul.
Your satisfaction with the event
On a 5-point satisfaction scale, participants were satisfied or very satisfied with all measured aspects — all averages were above 3.00 (neutral). Highest ratings: road closures and technical support (4.64), spectator atmosphere (4.61), the route itself (4.48), and safety on the route (4.47). The lowest-rated element was the hot meal at the finish (3.91).
Ensuring safety remains our key shared commitment.
What enhances the feeling of satisfaction?
The strongest contributors to satisfaction were road closures (4.88), massage at the finish, and socializing and networking with other cyclists (both 4.05), followed by TV coverage on POP TV and replay availability (3.99).
Environmental care and sustainability
59% of participants read the L'Etape Slovenia Green Guidelines before the event.
Almost 53% arrived by carpooling (with companions or teammates), and 16% even cycled to the start, warming up on the way. Since Slovenia’s water quality is excellent, we encourage riders to use their own bottles, and 74% already do so.
Official L'Etape Slovenia 2025 Jersey
70% of respondents own the L'Etape Slovenia jersey (made by Alé) and rated its quality 4.30 out of 5, showing high satisfaction.
Your messages and comments
Thank you for all your feedback, messages, compliments, critiques, and shared experiences.
This year’s novelty — starting zones — proved to be a welcome improvement, though, as with any new feature, there’s always room for refinement. Together with all our partners, we will continue to strive to make the event even better for you.
The Sunday challenge L'Etape Slovenia 2025 earned an impressive rating of 9.2! Thank you for your trust. Your evaluation is our commitment to continuously improve the event and bring you the authentic Tour de France experience. Together, we create a true cycling festival. Thank you — see you in September 2026 in Kranj!
L'Etape Series Reward program
All participants of Sunday's L'Etape Slovenia 2025 Ride and Race are automatically included in the L'Etape by Tour de France rewards program. In October, we will inform you by email about the priority registration option for the famous French stage L'Etape du Tour 2026.
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