Travelling Lizzie
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So you’ve heard the hype around Lake Bled, the same as I had, and are dying to check out this not so hidden gem located in Slovenia.
Lucky for you, it’s certainly worth the hype, even during winter. This blog post is going to cover everything you need to know before booking your trip to Bled, Slovenia.
- Activities You Can Do ALl-Year Round (summer&Winter)
- Winter in bled
- Summer In Bed
- Getting Around (Public Transportation)
- Day Trips from Bled
- Itineraries
- Map
Activities You Can Do ALl-Year Round (summer&Winter)
Hiking and Walking
Slovenia boasts incredible options for hiking lovers, and Bled is a great place to start. In Bled, you have fantastic short hikes such as Ojstrica or Mala Osojnica which are two viewpoint hikes you can do to get a fantastic look over the lake and the island with the castle and Alps in the background. Both these only take about 20-30 minutes to complete depending on your speed and fitness level. They are right next to each other so it certainly isn’t necessary to complete both hikes as the view at the top is largely the same, and the climb is steep (so wear appropriate footwear!). However, it is ultimately up to you! We did Ojstrica as we came across it first and actually thought we were doing Mala Osojnica. Below are some pictures we took at the viewpoint. One thing I would say is I think timing the hike to coincide with the sun would be the cherry on top. We were running a bit behind schedule on this day and by the time we got to the viewpoint the sun wasn’t shining on the hill we were on. We could see it shinning down on the lake right in front of us and I would so have loved to have it shining its golden warm light on my face while we sat and took in the views.
As you can see, we had good weather for February and encountered no snow or ice in Bled itself, but always be prepared for all weather conditions and to change your plans if necessary.
You can also do some slightly longer hikes such as Velika Osojnica.
Of course, there is also the walk around the Lake in Bled that is an absolute must. The loop is 6.3km and takes 1.5 – 2 hours to complete. It took us the entire day as we made many many many stops along the way to admire, sit, eat, drink, and hike the Ojstrica trail. I would recommend setting aside the entire day for this as you can walk the loop while ticking off all the other activities you might want to do around Bled such as hike the viewpoints, or ride the pletna boats to the island.
If you’re in Bled long enough, you can venture out into Triglav National Park and the surrounding areas for more hike such as Vogar Viewpoint in Bohinj, or Kranjska Gora Viewpoint in Kranjska Gora.
I will talk about these two specifically in the Day Trips from Bled section of this post. But you can also:Read my post about hiking in and around Bled here for in-depth info on the best hiking spots! (Coming Soon……)
Always be prepared and do not do any winter hiking that is above your skill level and experience. The weather in the mountains can change very rapidly and can be extremely dangerous, or fatal, if you are ill-prepared. Always do your own research.
Swimming
Yes, you read that right: swimming all year-round. You can in fact still swim in Lake Bled during the Winter, you may just be the only ones brave enough. Beware, the water temperature is often at a freezing 4 degrees celsius during winter, which poses its own safety risks. If you’re from Scotland, like me, you may have some experience in wild swimming in these temperatures and know that it is no joke. For safety, I’d probably avoid it – certainly without a wetsuit, but you may be lucky and experience some warmer water temperatures. During our visit in Feb, I sat at the end of one of the docks and dipped my toes it which more than satisfied my need to get in the water after feeling just quite how freezing it was.
However, in Summer this activity is highly popular with average water temperatures being 18°C – 25°C from Bled’s thermal underwater springs and sub-alpine climate. These temperatures make for the perfect swimming conditions so don’t forget to pack your swimsuit if you’re planning a visit in July or August.
You do have to follow some rules (all year round), and swimming is only permitted in certain areas of the lake, so make sure to do your due diligence when you arrive and find out which areas these are.
Bled Castle
Seeing the castle is another activity that won’t be limited by the weather (unless it’s extreme). The hike up to the castle doesn’t take too long, but there are a few ways to tackle it. From the lake-side you can climb an impressively long staircase, or from the back (ideal if you’re staying at Bled Hostel) you can take a forest trail path up. We went the forest way and I don’t think it took longer than 10 – 20 mins. Obviously, be careful if the weather is bad or the paths are icy.
Alternatively, you can drive up to the car park and then all the hiking you need to do is the last little push up to the castle entrance – but this is still winding and steep!
A visit to the castle for two adults will set you back almost €40. However, this will be cheaper for students, children, seniors, those with disabilities, families, and those with a Julian Alps Card.
We opted not to do it. Coming from Scotland, where we see castles quite frequently, we were not particularly fussed either way. Of course, Slovenia has its own unique and interesting history to learn about, so for the castle-lovers and history buffs it’s probably well worth it.
Even though we didn’t go into the castle, the views from the entrance and walk-up were pretty spectacular:
Inside the castle there is also a coffee shop and a restaurant. Now, if you have a pre-booked dinner reservation, you can bypass the entrance fee, but if you just want a coffee, it will still cost you €19pp to get access to the coffee shop.
However, as you can see in the first photo above, once you’re in the grounds there is plenty to explore including a museum.
Horse Riding
The horse scene has a few options for the horse lovers out there. You can opt to do small horseback riding walks, longer treks, full day treks in the Triglav National Park, or simple horse and carriage rides for those who don’t want to be on the horses themselves.
Winter in bled
Overview
Winter is an excellent time to take a trip to Lake Bled. The town will be quieter and less saturated with other tourists, giving you a more intimate and personalised feel to your trip. Moreover, things will be cheaper.
Some things in Winter will be less ideal, such as less frequent buses, closed attractions, and of course it will be cold. None of this stopped us from having the times of our lives so don’t be put off. Make sure you pack some thermal layers, a scarf, and some gloves and you’ll be just fine.
We visited Bled in late February, and what we noticed about the various attractions you might have seen on TikTok was that they re-opened in March/April time for the summer season. Examples of this include the Tobogganing (also known as an Alpine Coaster), various extreme sports (or at least the shops where you booked them), and Vintgar Gorge. I did find it strange that a natural ‘attraction’ might be closed off to the public for months at a time but I believe it is for safety reasons (icy paths, high water levels, etc.).
Now, even though when we were looking into the shops where you could book some extreme sports – it is worth noting that some (maybe even all) are certainly still possible. During our hike to Vogar Viewpoint we saw some paragliders still in action. It was a particularly nice and sunny day on this day so it may just be weather dependent.
Winter Activities
Skiing and Snowboarding
Now, skiing is a big deal to Slovenians. Especially, Ski Jumping – which I believe they brought home several Golds in the 2026 Winter Olympics. We were visiting Bled during the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics and in every bar or place that had a TV, the Ski Jumping was on. You have many options for skiing and snowboarding with Bled as your home-base. This area of Slovenia offers many different slopes and resorts for beginners, intermediates, and advanced skiers alike; from Straza Slope to Vogar and Kranjska Gora, you won’t run out of breathtaking options. You can also try your hand at cross-country skiing. Read my post about skiing in Slovenia here for in-depth info on the ski season! (Coming Soon….)
Ice Skating
In classic winter festive fashion, you can go ice skating right here in Bled. To me, this would be a nice activity to do around Christmas time, it feels festive its fun, and/or romantic. But, visiting after Christmas, I probably wouldn’t bother – it’s something you can do almost everywhere you go, and there is so much incredible stuff to do here!
The only exception to this would be in the scenario where the lake freezes over and you can go skating right on Lake Bled itself. I would take this with a pinch of salt, as I don’t believe its cold enough for this to occur frequently and many locals warn it is not safe so if the opportunity does arise for you I would always speak to people who know before doing anything potentially dangerous.
SnowShoeing
Snowshoeing is not an area I’m too familiar with. My only experience of it was as a child in Canada, and I remember hating it. From a quick search online, you can find lots of options for snowshoeing, but some of them are on the pricier side.
Extreme Sports
Some of the more extreme activities you can find yourself doing in Bled and the surround include:
- Cave Exploration
- Winter paragliding
- Ice Climbing
- Cave Kayaking
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Underground Cycling
- Mountaineering
You can find out more about some of these activities on sites such as Mamut Slovenija, which I have linked below for your convenience. Basically, Bled is a major activity hub, where you will always find something amazing to do.
Summer In Bed
Overview
Summer is the peak time to visit Bled. During summer, Bled gets a whole lot of visitors, and it’s easy to understand why from its gorgeous blue-green lake to lovely sunshine-y weather (averaging highs of 25°C).
In summer, you have an almost endless list of activities to do, you might end up stuck on what to do since you’ll be so spoiled for choice. The charming town offers relaxing boat rides, jaw-dropping hikes, and a whole range of extreme sporting activities to try your hand at. I hope my breakdown of some of the best options below help you narrow down your itinerary, and decide where you want to spend your pennies; doing multiple activities will certainly start adding up €€€.
Summer Activities
Boat Rides, SUPs, and Kayaking.
There’s a few options you can take for a boat-related experience in Lake Bled:
- Pletna Boats
- Row Boats
- Electric Boat Line
- Stand-Up Paddle-Boarding (SUPs)
Pletna Boats €20 pp approx.
These are probably the most famous boat rides you can take in Bled. These iconic boats are large, wooden, and flat-bottomed and completely unique to Bled. Renting one of these will provide you with an authentic and completely unique experience as your boat is piloted by a Pletnar (a standing oarsman) through Bled’s stunning waters.
Row Boats €20-25 hourly approx.
This would be my boat of choice, as I love the experience of rowing the boat myself! This choice gives you complete freedom as well, although it generally is a bit of a workout! (Well worth the effort in my opinion).
Electric Boat Line €16 pp, €8 per child aged 4-12yrs
This service offers visitors scheduled boat trips to Bled Island on an electric boat. Timetables are available online and differ from Summer to Winter and Peak-Off Peak times. Generally, they depart every hour and the ride lasts 15-20 minutes.
These boats are more sheltered so are a good option if you’ve had bad luck with the weather. Bear in mind, if the weather is too bad, these boats will also cease to operate.
The line operates between the pier below cafe park and Bled island.
SUPs €The price ranges drastically depending on if you want a tour, or just to rent the board. €15 – 200 depending on the experience and provider you book with.
There are many places you can book with for either a full-on experience or just to rent the board. Companies like Mamut Slovenia offer both and have building space at the Bled Bus Station where you can find out all about your options. (They are not the only option, there are plenty of companies to compare).
Something to keep in mind is you may get better value for money by renting for longer periods of time (3 Hours Vs 1 Hour). This may not always be the case, but if you want a longer experience and more bang for your buck, it’s worth an ask.
Also, don’t forget safety. Always wear the provided life-jackets and keep an eye on the weather as it can change rapidly and with little warning providing you with choppy waters and sudden showers.
Unwritten rules of the lake include:
- Give way to Pletnas
- Stay clear of swimming areas
- Keep a safe distance from wildlife (ducks and swans)
- No motorised boats!
Cycling
If you head back to the earlier mentioned Mamut office, you can hire a mountain bike for a day for around €7. Now, this also may be possible in winter, but the reason I have this in the summer section is because the cycling options in and around Bled are pretty spectacular for the experienced cyclist – and a lot of the routes will most definitely not be available or safe in the winter months except maybe for the extreme expert??
You can conquer Slovenia’s highest mountain pass (Vršič Pass 1,611 m), take the Mangart Saddle (over 2000m), or take guided cycling tours to green lakes and other inspiring destinations. The possibilities are almost endless and are guaranteed to give you a good workout. Check out sites like CyclingSlovenia and Mamut to see some more options.
Tobogganing
This has to be one of the coolest attractions in Bled that doesn’t require extreme workouts or skill. To go tobogganing you can head to Straža in the summer months and take a ride down the sledding track situated along the ski slope chair lift.
The experience costs:
| Children 6-7 | Children 8-13 | 14+/Adults | |
| Chairlift & Toboggan 1 ride | €10 | €13 | €15 |
| Chairlift & Toboggan 2 rides | €15 | €20 | €25 |
| Chairlift & Toboggan 3 rides | €18 | €22 | €35 |
| Chairlift – 1 ride | €7 | €7 | €7 |
| Toboggan (w/out Chairlift) – 1 ride | €7 | €8 | €10 |
| Chairlift & Toboggan 3 rides – Julian Alps Card Holder | €15 | €20 | €25 |
Children aged 0-5 ride for free.
Facts:
Average incline: 25.2%
Top Speed: 40km/h
Track Length: 520m
Vintgar Gorge
This gorge is recognised as one the most beautiful gorges, globally. It is open from April – October and homes over 600 species of plants, a 15m tall waterfall, and a gorge reaching the depth of 250m.
The gorge trail is around 1.6km but you will complete a one-way circular loop that returns you to the visitor centre that is just shy of 6km total. The website recommends you allow yourself around 3 hours to complete the walk and enjoy the experience. Helmets are required in the gorge, which you will be able to pick up on location.
There is a shuttle available from Bled’s main bus station to the Vintgar Visitor Centre. You can also arrive by bus, car, or foot to the gorge – but there is no parking for cars at the visitor centre and instead you must use the designated car parks.
In order to the visit the gorge, it’s recommended you book your entry time in advance online. Groups must book in advance, and journalists and content creators are encouraged to get in touch in advance as well. Lastly, you should book a pass for any dogs you might be bringing with you, who also must be kept on a leash at all times.
As usual, leave no trace and do not litter.
Opening Hours are as follows (but may be subject to change):
| April – May | 8:00 – 16:00 |
| June 1st – July 5th | 8:00 – 17:00 |
| July 6th – August 17th | 7:00 – 18:00 |
| August 18th – September 20th | 9:00 – 16:00 |
| September 21st – until the end of the season | 9:00 – 15:00 |
| Vintgar Gorge – All in 1 Pass | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults, students, and seniors | 15,00 € |
| Children up to 15 years | 5,00 € |
| Pets | 3,00 € |
| Guided Tour – Adults (June-Sept) | 25,00 € |
| Guided Tour – Children (June-Sept) | 15,00 € |
Both guided tours and audio guides are also available for those interested. However, I believe the guided tours are only available once a day – check the times online before you book!
Adventure Sports
- Rafting on the Sava River
- Canyoning
- Ziplining
- Paragliding
- Horse Riding
As mentioned, there are plenty of extreme adventure sports available for you to try in Bled. Check out Mamut online to read a bit more about them, or pay one of the many offices offering these services a visit near the Bled bus station.
A lot of these types of activities will set you back quite a bit, with prices ranging from €60 to €700+.
Getting Around (Public Transportation)
Getting to Bled
One very very important thing to know is that most (if not ALL) of the buses are CASH ONLY. Make sure you have some euros. The ATMs in and around Bled charge 4.95 euros per transaction so make sure to take enough out for your entire stay to avoid unnecessary fees. Another tip (that applies everywhere in Europe and maybe beyond) is always decline the conversion offered on ATMs and always pay in local currency – you will save a lot of money by doing this (or you will spend a lot of unnecessary money by not doing it!).
The prices listed below are up-to-date at the time of publication but may fluctuate!
From the UK
There are limited direct flights from the UK to Slovenia’s capitol Ljubljana, you’re only going to get these from London (Gatwick, Heathrow, or Luton) or Manchester. Fortunately, you can fly indirect (1 stop) from many other locations including Edinburgh for my fellow Scots.
From Ljubljana
From Ljubljana you have a few options, and ultimately it depends on where in Bled you’re staying. I’ve included estimated/approximate prices. Main options are as follows:
- Bus (1h 10min) – £10 – £40 depending on operator, time, and time of year.
- Train, then Bus (50min, then 10 min) – £8 – £20. Cash only for bus.
- Drive (approx 35 miles)
From Austria
Basically, head to Villach from wherever else in Austria you are, from there you can get a bus directly to Bled (£5-£10 ish) utilising operators like Flixbus or the train to Bled and a local bus into the centre/wherever you need to be (£10-£20).
While the direct bus is more convenient, it doesn’t run as frequently (certainly true for the winter anyway).
From places like Vienna, you can get a Flixbus to Bled which takes 10-12 hours, includes 3 changes and sounds pretty gruesome – but it is cheaper (£11 range but can vary).
From Hungary(Budapest)
- fly Budapest to ljubljana – £100-£200 approx
- train – 9h – est about £100 but cheaper may be available (or more expensive)
- Bus – 7h32 – £30 – £60
From Italy
Venice:
- Train : 5.5 hours for around £40-60
- Bus : 6 hours for around £20-30
Milan:
- Fly : 7h Milan -> Ljubljana £ (then see above for getting to Bled)
- Bus: 9+ hours (with potential changeovers) for around £30-50
- Train: 8.5 – 9 hours but it will set you back £80 – £100 and also involve changeovers.
Rome:
- Train : Rome – Trieste (£75-100, 5h). Then Bus (2.5h, £10) OR Shuttle (GoOpti, 2h, £30 – 120 shared/private)
- Bus : Rome – Trieste (£35-50, 9h) then another bus or shuttle (as above).
- Bus : 12.5 hours with a Ljubljana transfer. Total around £50-60
- Fly : Fly to either Trieste or Ljubljana £80-200 then bus/train the remainder (additional £).
From Croatia
Zagreb:
- Bus : 3.5h, £10-20
- Train : 3.5h, £10-20
- Bus via Ljubljana (1 transfer) : 3.5h, £20-25
- Shuttle : (GoOpti) £30ish for shared, £130-160 private
Zadar:
- Bus : 7.5h, £20-40
Split:
- Train : 13h, possible changeovers, £30-50
- Bus: 10.5h, £30-50
- Bus, Bus/Train: 10h. Bus Split – Zagreb. Bus/Train from Zagreb. £30-50
- Fly: Split – Ljubljana 8h, £100-300. Ljubljana to Bled as above (£).
- Fly: Split – Zagreb 45min, £30-50. Zagreb to Bled as above (£).
Dubrovnik:
- Bus: 14.5h via Ljubljana. £45-80
- Fly: Dubrovnik – Zagreb, 1h, £40-80. Zagreb to Bled as above (£).
- Bus, Train: 17.5h, £45-70. Bus – Split. Split to Bled as above.
Getting Around in Bled (and Surrounding Areas)
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Beware that there will be less buses if you book your stay during any school breaks or holidays. The school bus is the same bus as the public one and if there’s no school then there’s no need for the bus at school times!
Day Trips from Bled
Triglav National Park
The Triglav National Park covers a huuuuge area. Including some of the locations I mention below. This park has so much to offer from winter sports, short hikes, long hikes, trekking, impressive mountains, serene lakes, gushing rivers, and towering trees. I’m including this part in the post for those who will rent a car, so I can tell you some of the best things to see that are not so easily accessible by public transport. The main one I want to point out is the Vršič Pass. This mountain pass has around 5o hairpin turns and is not for the faint of heart, but along this pass you will find so many beautiful sights to see like various Soča Valley viewpoint, or the Russian Chapel. The Vršič Pass is the highest mountain pass in all of Slovenia. You’ll find it within the Julian Alps at around 1600m.
If you’re feeling up to it, you could also take a day trip into Italy to experience and see some of their majestic lakes and Alpine mountains. I was really hoping to do this on our trip, but I could not find any accessibility via public transport so I think you might find some real hidden gems if you have access to your own vehicle.
Bohinj
This day trip was my absolute favourite part of our whole trip in Slovenia. We loved it so much we sacrificed one of our other day trips to go back to Lake Bohinj a second time.
As I said, we came to Slovenia in February, and I feel we were pretty lucky with the weather. According to Google, Feb normally has around 1-2 weeks of snowy/rainy days, and an average of 4 hours of sunshine daily. It will depend on which place you are visiting as well. For example, while Bohinj was basking in sunshine, Kranjska Gora (a bit higher above sea level) was covered in feet of snow with more falling heavily.
The ‘main attraction’ in Bohinj is the Lake itself. This lake is much larger than Bled, with the walking loop around the lake being closer to 12km, taking 2-5 hours to complete. The ‘problem’ is that there are so many beautiful sights to see surrounding the lake that it is impossible to complete in one day. We spent two days as mentioned, and still didn’t see all the main ‘tourist’ sites. The sun setting around 5:30pm in February did make the daylight much shorter and thus limited our ability to see all the spots in the space of 1-2 days. If you visit in summer, you will have more daylight hours to see everything but also there will be more activities available to you possibly posing the same ‘problem’! In my opinion, you could easily spend 3 days here just to see the viewpoints, waterfalls, gorges, and lake itself, before adding in any additional activities like skiing in winter or boat rides in summer. If you only have one day of good weather, I’d spend it here.
Here is my checklist of spots you should take time to see while in Bohinj:
- Vogar Viewpoint Hike (warning: this hike is steep and tough.)
- Peč Viewpoint Hike (a bit easier than Vogar Viewpoint with its own stunning views)
- Mostnica Gorge (you can make this short or do the full loop with a waterfall at the end)
- Goldenhorn/Zlatorog Viewpoint
- Slap Savica (Waterfall)
- Vogel Chairlift ($) – walking or skiing
- Lake Bohinj (just take a wander)
- Boat Ride ($; runs between Ribcev Las and Ukanc, and vice versa)
Read my post here about everything Bohinj if you want to learn more! (Coming Soon…)
Kranjska Gora
In winter, this town is a cold and snowy skiers paradise, while in summer is boasts some of the most beautiful water-based sights to see. Furthermore, it offers an immense range of cycling trails to take in summer, including Slovenia’s highest mountain pass.
As we visited during Feb, we got to experience knee deep snow, with misty views and a frozen snow-covered Lake Jasna.
After spending a good hour (maybe two) building snowmen to our hearts content, we popped into the Jasna Alpine summer restaurant for the most delicious hot chocolates ever. They have little igloos outside that I believe you can sit in if you book in advance!
Activities:
- Ledena Planica Ice Rink
- Kranjska Gora viewpoint
- Lake Jasna
- Slap Pišnice (Waterfall)
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Ski Jumping at nearby Planica
- Peričnik Waterfall
- Zelenci Nature Reserve
- The Russian Chapel
- Hiking and Walking
- Cycling
Note: while some activities can be done in both summer and winter, some are only viable and/or safe in one of the seasons.
Read my post about Kranjska Gora here for an in-depth dive into the area and activities. (Coming Soon….)
Mojstrana
Mojstrana gives me similar-ish vibes to Kranjska Gora (this is purely on vibes, not really on anything concrete).
The top things to do in this town include seeing Peričnik Waterfall, the Slovenian Alpine Museum, via ferrata climbing trails, access to Triglav itself, and last but not least, access to the three valleys: Vrata, Krma, and Kot.
In the summer, this is a fantastic destination for incredible hiking, views of Triglav, and unique activities (like the via ferratas).
In winter, this charming location offers guided ski tours to snowshoeing tours, among so much more. Waterfalls freeze over and offer dramatic and spectacular views.
As I said, we visited in Feb and we were planning on spending a day here hiking in one of the valleys. We ended up choosing to spend a second day in Bohinj instead, as when we passed Mojstrana on the bus on our way to Kranjska Gora we saw how deep the snow was. After our day out in KG, our shoes were all soaked and we had limited dry clothing that would be suitable for the heavy snow. Thus, we missed it.
However, I’m absolutely sure this is worth the visit. Many people recommended it to us and if you plan better than us (or have spare shoes and clothing!), it would make a fantastic day.
Postojna
This town is famous in its own right for Postojna Cave Park, one of the most well-known caves in the world and sitting at Slovenia’s biggest tourist attraction. You can take a tour of this cave that takes around an hour and a half and covers about 5km of the cave. Some of this tour is done via train with a little over 1kms being on foot. It costs between €25 – €70pp depending on which experiences you opt-in for.
This cave is also the one of the only homes to the endangered Olm, a cave-dwelling salamander also known as the Postojna Cave Dragan or the Human Fish. These little creatures (in my opinion) somewhat resemble axolotls, grow to around 25cm, are sightless, and live up to a century. They have adapted insanely to their habitats – losing sight to account for the darkness, and heightening other senses to make up for it. There are endless cool facts about these salamanders, and if you’re lucky enough you’ll get to see them in person during your visit to the cave.
There are also several museums in this town to check out from military museums to cultural and heritage museums, depending on what you like.
Other things to see and do include:
- Predjama Castle
- Hošperk Castle
- Additional Caves (e.g. Pivka and Black Cave, Cave under the Castle, Planina Cave, Otok Cave)
- Ravbar Tower
- Cycling Trails (there are LOTS to choose from)
- St. Lawrence Hike
- Horseback Riding
- Flyfishing on the Unica River
- Canoeing (Unica River)
- Paragliding
- Postojna Adventure Park
Ljubljana
And of course… you can take a day trip to Slovenia’s lovely capitol! There is plenty to do here:
- Ljubljana Castle
- Dragon Bridge
- Tivoli Park
- Central Market
- Saint Nicholas’ Cathedral
Among so many other things.
Itineraries
If you have a full week in Bled (excluding travel days), this 7 day itinerary is how I would spend it to MAXIMISE the amount of things you can see. I like to explore as much as possible, while others may prefer to take it slow, travel less. If you’re like me then this itinerary works for you – but it means early starts and long days with plenty walking and pack lunches rather than dining out at nice restaurants. Honestly, I would even consider ditching something from day 5 – 7 to have two days in Bohinj as well, or day 3 if you’re solely using public transport like we did.
7 day itinerary
Day 1 – Bled
Day 2 – Bohinj
Day 3 – Explore Triglav National Park (by car) (e.g. drive through Vršič Pass and explore locations inaccessible by public transport)
Day 4 – Kranjska Gora
Day 5 – Mojstrana
Day 6 – Postojna
Day 7 – Ljubljana
If you are a vacationer who prefers to take it slow, have easier days then I would suggest something like this:
Day 1 & 2 – Bled
Day 3 & 4 – Bohinj
Day 5 & 6 – Day trips to your favourite of the above suggestions
Day 7 – Bled
From the 7-day action packed itinerary above, I have placed the locations in order of what I think it the best to see. That way, if you need a 3-day itinerary or a 5-day itinerary just follow the above for the amount of days you have.
If you only have one day, I would choose Bohinj. My partner would choose Kranjska Gora. Depends on your vibe. I’ve put Bled at number 1 because if you’re going to Bled, it’s because you probably want to see Lake Bled itself.
Map
Here is a google map marked with all my favourite spots and suggestions in Bled and surrounding areas plus a few extra sprinkled in. Enjoy!
(Sorry – its Coming Soon… Still a WIP)
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