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- TonyTimeShareDallas, TX412 contributionsI took a bus trip to Lake Bled from Ljubljana on a Friday morning recently. The bus station is just outside the train station. I purchased a round trip ticket from the office, it was about 11 Euros. Buses are lined up outside the station and have numbered banners above along with their destinations, so easy to get on the right bus. Check the departure and arrival times. Some buses are more direct than others. The bus to Bled made numerous stops in LJ and other cities/towns along the way. It took about 90 minutes. The return only took about an hour with far fewer stops. Now, about the lake..
You get off at the terminal a short walk above the lake. First glimpse of the lake reveals a gorgeous blue luster. You can go left to the hotels at the end of the lake or to the right where there is a cafe a couple hundred yards up the path. The path goes all the way around the lake and can be done in 90 minutes non-stop. On the way to the right, you can hike up to Bled Castle, perched atop a very sheer cliff. The hike up is energetic and the last half is all stairs cut into the woods. For someone in only marginal shape, it wasn't bad, but take breaks as needed. Once you get to the top, you still have some steep climbs to get to the castle entrance.
The entry fee was about 12 Euros and I think gave access to all the museums inside. I just wanted the view and to walk around. There is a little cafe in the courtyard that serves snack, drinks and the famous Bled Cream Cake. I had to try it and it was wonderful. Light and not too sweet with a pastry crust similar to a cream puff. Great view overlooking the lake.
After hiking back down (much easier), I walked to the left around the lake up to the point where I could get a good view of the church on the island. It's spectacular setting. The whole lake with its bright blue water surrounded by mountains was amazing.
On the return, I walked back up to the small bus terminal and boarded the first bus back to Ljubljana. In spite of my ticket indicating only certain times were available for the return, there was no question. Also, plenty of people paid for their tickets as they boarded the bus. The trip back to LJ was much faster and I arrived in time for a late lunch.
It was one of the major highlights of my trip to Slovenia. Next time, I'd like to explore the caves and other castles.Written 3 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Wombling_Free_7548Bristol, UK1,922 contributionsRecommend driving along the Vrsic Pass and stopping at all the viewpoints. The mountain range is seriously impressive.Written 27 September 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dan MTel Aviv, Israel15,787 contributionsThe whole island is beautiful and even some would say unforgettable.
You'll reach it by boat paying a €15 or €20 fee for a 20 minute trip each way and only 45 minute stay on the Island, which is definitely not enough, but it is the way it is.
Still the place is worth it!Written 2 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MariaHveragerdi, Iceland64 contributionsWow, what an amazing view. I loved the visit there, a lot to see, both outside and inside museums. The only thing that was bugging me the entire time was the wasps in all Bled. It was a sunny day and it was crowded with wasps flying all over. This was in end of september and there was some guide talking about that this was worse in spring! Good visit, don´t know if I would go again if this is the case.Written 13 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tomocha218 contributionsAlthough It's very hard to approach the summit, you definitly enjoy the scenery of castle and island church at the top of the mountain. There are some spots where you enjoy the lake socenery on the way to the summit, so I felt hiking itself was very good.
The trail is slippery and steep, so I recommend a sunny day.There's a bike parking spot near the trail entrance, you don't have to worry about bike ride. I hope everyone enjoys this place and hiking.Written 10 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SallpriceChelmsford, UK1,645 contributionsThis is brilliant fun !!
Easy to walk or ride up the entrance in the town of bled - you then take the ski lift up and toboggan down its super fun !! It is fast thou even using the break but it’s exhilarating and the views up the top of the mountain into bled are amazing !! This is not for someone who is scared of heights
But Greta fun and def would recommendWritten 12 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Thomas GAmsterdam, The Netherlands1,499 contributionsThis view of Lake Bled is amazing. The walk up there is very rough, because a lot of rocks, but the view makes it absolutely worth it. The view is the best of Bled. You see everything you want. The walk will take about 15 - 20 minutes, but it is rough time. Do not miss this!Written 25 October 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Andrea ZZagreb, Croatia3 contributionsZoo has a lot of different snakes, spiders, frogs and so on. Our kids loved it, especially the oportunity to pet a snake. Lady working there was really nice and helpfull.Written 31 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Becky10CincinnatiCincinnati64 contributionsThis was by far one of the most memorable parts of our trip to Slovenia and the Bled area. You will learn so much about Slovenian beekeeping and the fantastic Carniolan honey bee. There’s something magical about watching and listening to the bees at work and the scent is amazing inside the hives. Danijela is passionate about beekeeping and is an excellent guide. Tasting the honey at the end was a sweet ending to the tour. (Bring cash…you’ll want to take some honey or bee products home with you and cards are not accepted.)Written 26 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Adrian TSilchester, UK165 contributionsA nice church whose steeple juts out above the treeline so can be seen from the banks of the lake. You pass this on your way to/from the castle.Written 28 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ronald LDenver, CO2,916 contributionsThe Church of Mother of God, Pilgrimage Church of Assumption of Mary, or Our Lady of the Lake are all names given to this church. Church on island in Lake Bled. History can be traced back to the 11th to 8th century BC for this island. There have been several churches on this island suffering earthquakes and fires. Many people go there to ring the bell and make a wish. Can get to the island by Pletna boat, row
boat, or walk across the ice when the lake freezes. They do charge for entry into the church plus you must pay for boat transportation.Written 31 October 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - OrwelianUk129 contributionsGreat guys doing a great job, we did the lake trip and have done a review, if our boatman had sung all the way to the island it would have been fantastic....if he had a good voice obviously. Ours had a good sense of humour, nice guy.Written 3 October 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Metka KRadomlje, Slovenia19 contributionsFrom Rudno polje - The very nice trip takes about 4 to 5 hours for middle experienced people, having good mountain shoes and in good walking condition. Worth to do it!Written 4 June 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
