I remember going through pictures of Slovenia before visiting it this summer (2015). Lake Bled, one of the most popular tourist destinations of the country, evoked a sense of fantasy- as if it was a place right out of a Grimms’ fairy tale. Located in the town of Bled, Lake Bled is an easy day trip from Ljubljana.
My journey started quite early from the Ljubljana bus stand and I reached the town of Bled early to use the entire day to my advantage.
The views were breathtaking!
I was astounded by the emerald green color of Bled and the small island in the middle. Lake Bled really looked right out of a fairy tale with stunning views of the Julian Alps. It was truly a sight to behold and one that ignites so many things….inspiration, romanticism, tranquility, joy and creativity.
The entire area around the lake is laden with cafes and several tourist activities and there’s even a casino!! For kids, there is a mini train ride while for adults there’s an Irish pub.
WHAT TO DO IN LAKE BLED:
- Take a long walk at the lake from the beginning to the end.
- Click a million pictures because you’ll be tired later.
- Eat the delicious Bled Cream Cake!
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
I wish I was carrying a book!!
- Use the traditional “pletna” ride (maximum of 8 people for EUR 12 each) for a view of the lake.
- Visit the Church of Assumption in the centre of the lake. This 14th century fresco-ed church has very famous “wishing bell” that grants a wish to anyone ringing it. Worth a shot, I’d say!
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Lake Bled- Out of Grimms’ Fairy Tale
Bled has an ancient story because of its medieval Castle which is perched on a hilltop. Although almost every other person hikes to the castle, I chose to give it a miss and instead just wandered around the circumference of the lake. It turned out to be the best and most ideal way to see the lake and also quiet simple.
How to Reach Lake Bled:
If you are visiting Bled from Ljubljana, head to the Ljubljana bus station- Trg Osvobodilne fronte 4.
Where to Eat at Lake Bled:
I ate at Pizzeria Rustika which has a great service and several vegan options too!
Where to Stay in Lake Bled:
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43 Comments
KareninCalabria
August 12, 2018 at 4:07 amI remember being enchanted with this location many years ago on a tour. Just spent an afternoon, but as you say, the place was magical.
Italophilia
August 12, 2018 at 11:12 amThanks Karen for stopping by .. I agree too. But I hear its got worse over the years. Its been over 3 years for me, I can imagine.
Born to Travel
July 18, 2016 at 5:07 amReading your post and enjoying your photos brought back memories of our day trip from Llubliana to Lake Bled. Like you we took the boat to the monastery in the middle then walked around about half the lake – just beautiful. Cheers, Mark
Ishita
July 18, 2016 at 10:38 amHow lovely, it must have been out of a fantasy novel. the whole area is worth spending few nights 😀 cheers!
Manja Mexi Movie
April 11, 2016 at 7:47 pmAh, more Slovenia, brava! 🙂 I took amore and his daughters and bestia to the island three years ago, it was lovely. We had the cake – kremšnita – as well. And then continued to Lake Bohinj where we had a swim. Lovely memories. Well done to walk around the lake, I don’t think I have ever done that.
Ishita
April 11, 2016 at 10:37 pmGrazie 🙂 I didn’t get a chance to visit lake Bohinj 🙁 nxt time . it was a long walk but fun.
JDKelly
March 21, 2016 at 3:04 amLooks like a magical and eerie place! Lovely photos. It’s nice to see some things from a country that is a little more under the radar than others.
Ishita
March 21, 2016 at 3:22 pmIt was Kelly. It’s special to be here because people don’t usually visit it as much as other places
Darlene
March 13, 2016 at 12:30 amWhat a fabulous place. Your pictures are enticing.
Ishita
March 13, 2016 at 4:36 pmThank you Darlene. Hope you are well 🙂
Darlene
March 13, 2016 at 4:52 pmAll good here in Spain!!
Ishita
March 13, 2016 at 5:02 pmPerfetto.
kirteyverma
March 12, 2016 at 7:06 pmWow – your pictures are stunning. This castle and its lake would be a great setting for some type of dark fairytale film… 🙂
Thanks for liking my post!
Ishita
March 12, 2016 at 8:10 pmI know it’s very much from a fantasy book. Who knows many books might have been written on it. Welcome 🙂 I enjoyed it
sunnydaysinseattle
March 12, 2016 at 1:04 pmOh, I love that place! I took hundreds of photos around the lake then had a hard time parsing them because they are almost exactly the same haha
Ishita
March 12, 2016 at 6:56 pmHaha I agree on that. But the photos are better from afar. As it gets near it loses the importance 😉
christie jones
March 12, 2016 at 1:11 amGreat pictures! Especially the ones with snow covered mountains in the back! Happy traveling!:)
Ishita
March 12, 2016 at 8:19 amThanks Christie:)
Caroline T
March 11, 2016 at 2:00 pmUh, I really want to go to Lake Bled, that looks beautiful!
I went to Slovenia before, but never got to the lake, even though it was on my list. I guess I’ll have to go back to Slovenia again then 🙂
Ishita
March 11, 2016 at 3:12 pmGood reason you have 😀 Although I could visit the same places again any day! Where all did you visit?
Caroline T
March 12, 2016 at 4:43 pmI went to Ljubljana! That’s definitely a place I could also visit again 🙂 It’s a beautiful country
Ishita
March 12, 2016 at 6:57 pmIt really is. Good that it’s picking tourism.
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panhirsch
March 11, 2016 at 4:16 amWhat a relaxing place. Fairytale indeed ☺
Ishita
March 11, 2016 at 7:14 amBeautiful isn’t it. Was very relaxing from the hustle and bustle if Ljubljana
restlessjo
March 11, 2016 at 3:19 amA good place for a marriage proposal I hear 🙂 It always looks very beautiful.
Ishita
March 11, 2016 at 7:15 amHaha 😀 definitely! It’s so serene
PostcardZ from Victoria
March 11, 2016 at 2:37 amThank you for sharing, Ishita
Definitely from Grimm’s fairy tales! Castles are so intriguing, aren’t they? Although we know they were difficult places to live in, they still capture our imagination…
Ishita
March 11, 2016 at 7:16 amAbsolutely… That’s true. Victoria after your next tour you must visit Slovenia. It’s so near to Italy. You will be enchanted. Prego 🙂
Michelle Williams
March 10, 2016 at 8:24 pmBeautiful!
Ishita
March 10, 2016 at 8:51 pmGrazie Michelle!
Tanja
March 10, 2016 at 6:42 pmSo cool that you liked it too! I once even swam in the lake:) you can do that in the summer:)
Ishita
March 10, 2016 at 8:51 pmHow lovely. It was summer when I went but very windy and cloudy
Where the foodies go
March 10, 2016 at 6:20 pmVisited Slovenia in September…so true! Have you been to Ljubljana too? Another stunning place!
Ishita
March 10, 2016 at 8:52 pmI have been. In fact I took a day trip to Bled from Ljubljana 🙂 I could go again in a heartbeat
lindaravello
March 10, 2016 at 2:31 pmHi Ishita, my daughter has just come back from here where she was skiing and dog sledging, and took some lovely photos, like your amazing ones.
We are off to Bratislava next month – have you been here? (Have I asked you this before? I am that manic atm, I am losing track xx)
Ishita
March 10, 2016 at 3:09 pmHello Linda. Must be due to your wedding 😀 I understand. Thank you for the photos. Haven’t been to Bratislava. Someday 🙂 (yes you asked before)
Travelling Ides of March
March 10, 2016 at 10:55 amIt really looks like a fairytale. Mountains and the lake…wow.
Ishita
March 10, 2016 at 12:00 pmIt truly is amazing. Next destination? 😉
Stacy di Anna
March 10, 2016 at 8:57 amStunning! Was it a day trip from somewhere in Italy?
Ishita
March 10, 2016 at 10:17 amHey Stacy. No I stayed in Slovenia for several days 🙂 Took a day trip from Ljubljana
Sandra
March 10, 2016 at 8:38 amBeautiful!
Ishita
March 10, 2016 at 8:39 amThanks Sandra 🙂