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Cycling Horoscope: A Personality Insight for Each Zodiac Sign – Part 2

Why does one rider enjoy cruising in the slipstream while another insists on setting a fierce pace? Why does someone meticulously prepare for every training ride, while another simply follows the wind and their inspiration?

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Cycling Horoscope: A Personality Insight for Each Zodiac Sign – Part 1

Why does one rider enjoy sitting in the slipstream while another insists on setting a fierce pace? Why does someone meticulously prepare for every training ride, while another simply follows the wind and their inspiration?

On 06 Jan 2026 at 14h20
Events

Merkur zavarovalnica remains a presenting partner at least until 2028

Ljubljana, December 22, 2025 – By signing a three-year agreement, Merkur zavarovalnica continues its role as the presenting partner of the cycling festival L’Étape Slovenia by Tour de France.

On 22 Dec 2025 at 08h52
Series

From the Alps to the World: L’Etape series is global

The unique global L’Étape Series, which allows amateur cyclists to experience the thrill of the Tour de France, marked an exceptional 2025 season.

On 17 Dec 2025 at 12h38
Events

Prestige. Experience. Legend. The Ultimate Gift Voucher.

For someone who pedals with passion, a gift voucher for the Sunday Ride (shorter route) or Race (longer route) of L'Etape Slovenia is a truly wonderful gift idea.

On 04 Dec 2025 at 13h22
Training tips

Discover Your Inner Athlete: Which Type Are You?

Don’t fall into the trap — there is just as much time as in summer! But because there is so much less daylight, we feel as if the day has shrunk, and we can no longer find time for the activities we otherwise do regularly, effortlessly, and absolutely love.

On 04 Dec 2025 at 11h08
Race

Registrations are Open for the L'Etape Slovenia Ride and Race 2026

The fifth edition of the 2-day cycling festival – Merkur zavarovalnica L’Etape Slovenia by Tour de France – will once again be hosted by the city of Kranj on the first weekend of September 5–6 September 2026.

On 19 Nov 2025 at 07h12
Race

Official L’Etape Slovenia 2026 Jersey

With the opening of registrations for the Sunday shorter (80 km) and longer (130–150 km) cycling challenges of Merkur Insurance L’Etape Slovenia by Tour de France, taking place on September 6, 2026, with both start and finish in Kranj, we also unveil the official cycling jersey.

On 12 Nov 2025 at 13h17

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