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Cycling the Sava Embankment

  • Difficultyeasy
  • Distance20-40 km options
  • Best seasonApril-October
  • PriceEUR 15-25 (USD 17-29) per day for city bike rental
  • OperatorZagreb rental shops and city bike schemes

The Sava embankment has a continuous, mostly off-road cycle path linking Jarun, the city bridges and the southern suburbs. Rental shops in the centre offer city bikes and e-bikes.

Flat riding on the Sava river embankment from Jarun toward the Sava bridges and out into the countryside.

The Sava embankment has a continuous, mostly off-road cycle path linking Jarun, the city bridges and the southern suburbs. Rental shops in the centre offer city bikes and e-bikes.

Practical information for Cycling the Sava Embankment · Last updated September 2026
Price EUR 15-25 (USD 17-29) per day for city bike rental
Duration 2-5 hours
Difficulty easy
Season April-October
Address Sava embankment near Jarun, Jarunska ulica, 10000 Zagreb (approx.)

Activity facts

Where
Sava embankment, Zagreb

Equipment

  • Bicycle
  • Helmet
  • Lights
  • Water bottle

Location

Sava embankment near Jarun, Jarunska ulica, 10000 Zagreb (approx.)

45.7870, 15.9400 View on map

Highlights

  • Car-free path along the river
  • Connection to Jarun and Bundek lakes
  • Good for e-bikes and families
  • Riding into the Turopolje countryside

Tips for visiting

  • Use bike lights after dark
  • Cross the Sava only at marked crossings
  • Rental shops may require ID or a deposit
  • Watch for walkers and runners on weekends

Frequently asked questions

Is the Sava path flat?

Yes, very flat, apart from ramps at bridge underpasses.

Do I need to book a bike?

In summer, book e-bikes ahead; city bikes are easy to find.