Guide Bled, Kranjska Gora and Pokljuka
Ogled znamenitosti
This Alpine lake with the only island in Slovenia has been a world-renowned paradise for centuries, impressing visitors with its natural beauty, a wealth of legend, and special powers to restore well-being. Lookout at the lake from a castle on a cliff and visit the island on a traditional “pletna” boat.
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Bled Jezero station
This Alpine lake with the only island in Slovenia has been a world-renowned paradise for centuries, impressing visitors with its natural beauty, a wealth of legend, and special powers to restore well-being. Lookout at the lake from a castle on a cliff and visit the island on a traditional “pletna” boat.
BLED CASTLE – according to written sources, the oldest castle in Slovenia, first mentioned in a 1011 donation deed as castellum Veldes.
Perched atop a steep cliff rising 130 metres above the glacial Lake Bled is a symbol of Bled and Slovenia – Bled Castle. The image of the castle forming a dramatic backdrop to the romantic island and the church on it has earned the resort worldwide recognition through the centuries. Castle terraces offer spectacular views of the lake and the island, down the Dežela area with Lesce and Radovljica and over to the mountain ranges of the Karavanke and the Julian Alps.
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Blejski grad
61 Grajska cestaBLED CASTLE – according to written sources, the oldest castle in Slovenia, first mentioned in a 1011 donation deed as castellum Veldes.
Perched atop a steep cliff rising 130 metres above the glacial Lake Bled is a symbol of Bled and Slovenia – Bled Castle. The image of the castle forming a dramatic backdrop to the romantic island and the church on it has earned the resort worldwide recognition through the centuries. Castle terraces offer spectacular views of the lake and the island, down the Dežela area with Lesce and Radovljica and over to the mountain ranges of the Karavanke and the Julian Alps.
Radovljica, a medieval town with a moat and views of the Karavanke Alps and the Julian Alps, is known today as Sweet Radovljica (Radol'ca). The tradition of beekeeping and honey is supplemented with new sweet experiences. It has become a real capital of beekeeping and chocolate.
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Radovljica
Radovljica, a medieval town with a moat and views of the Karavanke Alps and the Julian Alps, is known today as Sweet Radovljica (Radol'ca). The tradition of beekeeping and honey is supplemented with new sweet experiences. It has become a real capital of beekeeping and chocolate.
Ljubljana (pop. 293,000) is one of the smallest European capitals. It’s never crowded – but also never boring. 50,000 university students give it its youthful appeal, and as an economic and cultural hub of Slovenia, it has a lot to offer to locals and visitors alike.
An exciting mix of different cultural traditions
One of Europe's top new culinary destinations
A city with a green soul
The perfect conference and congress city
Unforgettable events and venues
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Ljubljana
Ljubljana (pop. 293,000) is one of the smallest European capitals. It’s never crowded – but also never boring. 50,000 university students give it its youthful appeal, and as an economic and cultural hub of Slovenia, it has a lot to offer to locals and visitors alike.
An exciting mix of different cultural traditions
One of Europe's top new culinary destinations
A city with a green soul
The perfect conference and congress city
Unforgettable events and venues
Vintgar Gorge, carved by Radovna River, is located near Gorje, approximately 4 kilometres north-west from Bled. The 1.6-kilometre long gorge is carved amidst the glorious vertical walls of Hom and Boršt hills, and it is highlighted by the Radovna River and its waterfalls, pools and rapids. A study trail runs across the gorge and the wooden bridges as well as Žumer galleries, which ends with the mighty 13 metres high Šum river waterfall, one of the three river waterfalls in Slovenia. Vintgar Gorge is the nearest point to entering Triglav National Park from Bled.
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Vintgar station
Vintgar Gorge, carved by Radovna River, is located near Gorje, approximately 4 kilometres north-west from Bled. The 1.6-kilometre long gorge is carved amidst the glorious vertical walls of Hom and Boršt hills, and it is highlighted by the Radovna River and its waterfalls, pools and rapids. A study trail runs across the gorge and the wooden bridges as well as Žumer galleries, which ends with the mighty 13 metres high Šum river waterfall, one of the three river waterfalls in Slovenia. Vintgar Gorge is the nearest point to entering Triglav National Park from Bled.
Soseske
Pokljuka is a forested high karst plateau on the eastern edge of the Triglav National Park.
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT POKLJUKA
Pokljuka is a high karst plateau on the eastern edge of Triglav National Park.
It lies at an elevation of around 1.200 and 1.500 m.
The plateau is known for its forests and mountain pastures (Javornik, Lipanca, Uskovnica, Zajamniki, etc.)
Many birch and fir trees were chopped down in the 18th century for the iron foundries in Bohinj.
Administratively, it belongs to the municipalities of Bled, Bohinj, and Gorje.
Elevation, clean and fresh air and energetic points have beneficial effects on health and well-being.
A rugged surface of hidden shafts, overgrown potholes and valleys is a remnant of the activity of the Pokljuka glacier.
Glacier left behind the Pokljuka bogs and marshy, difficult to pass forest areas. The bogs belong to the most southern high bogs in Europe.
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Pokljuka
Pokljuka is a forested high karst plateau on the eastern edge of the Triglav National Park.
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT POKLJUKA
Pokljuka is a high karst plateau on the eastern edge of Triglav National Park.
It lies at an elevation of around 1.200 and 1.500 m.
The plateau is known for its forests and mountain pastures (Javornik, Lipanca, Uskovnica, Zajamniki, etc.)
Many birch and fir trees were chopped down in the 18th century for the iron foundries in Bohinj.
Administratively, it belongs to the municipalities of Bled, Bohinj, and Gorje.
Elevation, clean and fresh air and energetic points have beneficial effects on health and well-being.
A rugged surface of hidden shafts, overgrown potholes and valleys is a remnant of the activity of the Pokljuka glacier.
Glacier left behind the Pokljuka bogs and marshy, difficult to pass forest areas. The bogs belong to the most southern high bogs in Europe.
Kranjska Gora is an attractive mountain and tourist sports center throughout the year. In the winter it sees Alpine skiers compete and top ski jumpers break new records at the near-by Planica. Cyclists endeavor to conquer the highest Slovenian mountain pass, and hikers can stop by many points of interest.
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Kranjska Gora
Kranjska Gora is an attractive mountain and tourist sports center throughout the year. In the winter it sees Alpine skiers compete and top ski jumpers break new records at the near-by Planica. Cyclists endeavor to conquer the highest Slovenian mountain pass, and hikers can stop by many points of interest.
Vrata is our most famous and also the most popular alpine valley. At the upper end it "crashes" into the wide Triglav north wall, and a few-minute walk from the parking lot will be rewarded with a splendid view of the wall. You will feel its power even if you don't have the intention to hike further towards Triglav, and have a look at the magnificent symbol of Slovenia from up close without special effort. On the way to Vrata a stop-over at Peričnik waterfall is a must. Actually there are two of them, and we can even walk underneath the lower one! A great way to cool down in summer and a spectacular experience during winter when the waterfall freezes.
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Mojstrana
Vrata is our most famous and also the most popular alpine valley. At the upper end it "crashes" into the wide Triglav north wall, and a few-minute walk from the parking lot will be rewarded with a splendid view of the wall. You will feel its power even if you don't have the intention to hike further towards Triglav, and have a look at the magnificent symbol of Slovenia from up close without special effort. On the way to Vrata a stop-over at Peričnik waterfall is a must. Actually there are two of them, and we can even walk underneath the lower one! A great way to cool down in summer and a spectacular experience during winter when the waterfall freezes.
The village of Goreljek evolved from a former mountain of hives, which in the summer still function as a living mountain, where cattle graze, and the rest of the farmers continue to milk. There are few permanent residents, and a large number of facilities (over 100) are holiday homes surrounding the Highland Goreljek on which the Triglav National Park has set up a learning trail.
Goreljek consists of Upper and Lower Goreljek. Upper Goreljek, surrounded by Pokljuka spruce forests, lies at an altitude of about 1250 m above sea level on the sediments of the former pond on moraine soil.
Goreljek
GoreljekThe village of Goreljek evolved from a former mountain of hives, which in the summer still function as a living mountain, where cattle graze, and the rest of the farmers continue to milk. There are few permanent residents, and a large number of facilities (over 100) are holiday homes surrounding the Highland Goreljek on which the Triglav National Park has set up a learning trail.
Goreljek consists of Upper and Lower Goreljek. Upper Goreljek, surrounded by Pokljuka spruce forests, lies at an altitude of about 1250 m above sea level on the sediments of the former pond on moraine soil.
City advice
Ways to save
Lake Bled - Take your boat
You can save some money if you do not use "pletna boat". There is an option to row on the island by yourself.
Getting around
Kranjska Gora, Bled - Bicycle
Around Bled and Kranjska Gora you can go by bike, You can rent it on every corner.
Useful phrases
Slovenian words
Hi = Živjo
Thank you = Hvala
Please = Prosim
How are you? = Kako si?
One beer = Eno pivo
Where is the toilet? = Kje je stranišče?
Bus station = Avtobusna postaja
Train station = Železniška postaja
Customs and culture
SOME TRIVIAL FACTS ABOUT SLOVENIA & SLOVENIANS:
-We always leave our shoes at the front door whether at home or when visiting friends and wear slippers to get around the house.
-We like fresh air so we often open all the windows in the morning at least for a few minutes to let the air in.
-We always make our beds and tidy around the house before leaving.
-We always turn off the lights whenever they are not truly needed.
-According to the English Proficiency Index (2018) Slovenia is ranked the 9th most English proficient country in the world and the 7th in Europe, so if you're an English
Book before you go
Bled Castle dinner
Local and regional dishes are made in a contemporary and sophisticated way with an aim to preserve the gastronomical heritage of the Upper Carniola region and Slovenia.
Don't miss
Open kitchen Ljubljana
Since its beginnings in 2013, Odprta kuhna (the Open kitchen), the Slovenian favourite when it comes to food markets, is bringing together around 60 of Slovenia's best eateries from all over the country. Every sunny Friday, mid-March to the end of October, the Pogačarjev Square in Ljubljana is filled with stalls where the country's best chefs and food gurus are preparing delicious food in a beautiful open-air setting.