Lake Bled is one of the most picturesque destinations to visit in Slovenia. It’s a photographer’s paradise and travel eye candy and has plenty of magnificent photo opportunities.
Located in the northwestern corner of the country in the Julian Alps, Lake Bled is one of those destinations that you see in a photograph and immediately bump to the top of your bucket list.
Lake Bled Photos
A new photo gallery with 50 wonderful Lake Bled photos taken by amateur and professional landscape photographers!
Three photos below by Jure Korber and Tjasa Borsnak
Lake Bled, with its cliff-top castle and lovely small island.
Bled Castle is perched atop a steep cliff more than 130 meters above the lake
A small tear-shaped island lies spectacularly in the middle of the lake.
Next 2 photos below by Masa Vodenik
A view of the lake from the Ojstrica hill.
Next 2 photos below by Luka Esenko
Bled Island is a tiny Island in the middle of the lake.
Bled is beautiful in winter with the scenery of snow.
Next 4 photos below by Ales Krivec
Ornate carved wooden swan boats in the morning sun.
A pair of graceful white swans in the early morning.
Hot air balloon over Lake Bled.
A view from the Ojstrica viewpoint.
Next 2 photos below by Piotr Skrzypiec
Elevated view of the lake on a moody day.
In winter with plenty of snow, the lake looks so amazingly picturesque you may have a hard time believing it is real.
Next 8 photos below by Bojan Kolman
From afar, Bled looks like something out of a story book.
The lake lies placidly in the shadows of the Slovenian Alps, ringed by green forests and guarded by a medieval cliff-top castle.
The lake with its picturesque island in the middle.
The lake’s bright aquamarine waters.
The tiny isle can be reached by a traditional gondola-like row boat called Pletna.
The most prominent building on Bled Island is the Church of the Assumption of Mary.
Some say that Lake Bled may be the most beautiful spot on the planet.
Next 4 photos below by Daniel Tomanovic
Lake Bled has the longest swimming season of any Alpine resorts.
There is a small island in the middle of the lake with a church on it.
The water is clean and a cross between being emerald green and aqua blue.
Amongst the Slovenian Alps sits the most amazing lake and in the middle a small island with a church steeple peaking out.
Next 2 photos below by Dejan Hudoletnjak
A view of the lake from the Ojstrica hill.
A walk by the lake when lit up at night is so relaxing and just beautiful.
Next 8 photos below by Jakob Noc
Autumn is such a photogenic and colorful time of the year to visit Bled.
If Bled Island looks like something out of a storybook, it’s because it basically is.
The area around the lake is unspoilt and the backdrop of the mountains and the castle really add to the majesty of this place.
Beautiful scenery and crystal clear waters.
The best way to enjoy Lake Bled is to sit on a bench facing the lake.
A tiny tear-shaped island in the middle of the crystal clear water.
Bled is a nice spot near the mountains. The lake and island are a beautiful view.
The lake is beautiful in any season, at any time of day.
Next 2 photos below by Klara Kulovec
The water in the lake is crystal clear.
To get to the island, you must hire a Pletna, Slovenia’s version of a gondola. You can find one at five different places around the lake.
Next 2 photos below by Jure Kralj
The castle looming above and the church out on the island make it a photographer’s dream and the waters remain clean and clear.
The Pletna boats take you to the beautiful island and you have to appreciate the silence of the lake while being rowed.
Next 2 photos below by Domen Dolenc
A view of the lake from the castle.
The lake looks stunning in the snowy setting.
Next 3 photos below by Branko Cesnik
The lake is the number one tourist destination that most people visit when travelling to Slovenia.
The lake’s crystal clear aquamarine waters are so inviting in the warm summer months.
A trail runs along the entire perimeter (6 km/3.7 miles) of the lake and takes anywhere from 1-1.5 hours to circumnavigate.
Next 4 photos below by Miroslav Asanin
There’s a large flock of the most elegant white swans at the lake.
Lake Bled is naturally beautiful any time of year.
New year’s fireworks over the lake.
Next 3 photos below by Jernej Leben
The island in the middle of the lake looking lovely with a covering of snow.
The view from Ojstrica viewpoint beautifully captures crystal lake, church island and snow-capped mountains in the background.
Everything is just more magical at night.
With an incredibly beautiful glacial lake surrounded by the peaks of the Slovenian Alps, an iconic church nestled in a tiny island in the middle of the lake and a medieval Gothic castle built on a 100-meter cliff overlooking the lake, Bled is possibly the most beautiful and remarkable Alpine resort in Europe. |
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Overall Rating: In Slovenia, there is a real place that looks like it came from the fairy tale world! That place is the beautiful Lake Bled, known for its stunning mountain-backed vistas, the iconic church located on a tiny island in the middle of the lake and the spectacular medieval Gothic castle built on a 130-meter cliff overlooking the lake. |
Overall Rating: When people say that a place is like something from a fairy tale, often they are exaggerating, but that is not the case with this charming little tear-shaped island in the middle of Lake Bled. The island has such an extraordinary beautiful setting that photographs of it are regularly found in travel magazines and it’s without a doubt the most recognizable place in Slovenia. |
Overall Rating: This stunningly picturesque gorge with turquoise water of the Radovna river and a spectacular waterfall at the far end is part of the Triglav National Park and is located just outside the northern side of Bled. It has been made into a huge attraction by the addition of walkways alongside and across the river. |
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Overall Rating: Above the incredibly beautiful glacial Lake Bled, on a mighty steep cliff rising 130 meters high, is the iconic Bled Castle. It is one of the most visited Slovene sights with over 300.000 annual guests. |
Overall Rating: Church of the Mother of God on the Lake, also known as the Pilgrimage Church of the Assumption of Mary, or The Church of Mary the Queen, or Our Lady of the Lake, is located on a a tiny, tear-shaped island in the middle of an incredibly beautiful Lake Bled. The church has such a beautiful setting that pictures of it are regularly found in travel magazines and on travel blogs and forums. |
Overall Rating: Royal Bled Golf is the oldest and the largest golf course in Slovenia and one of those must play courses in Europe. The facility comprises the 18-hole King's Course and the 9-hole Lake's Course. The 18-hole King's Course is pretty challenging and plays host to several tournaments and other events during the year, while the 9-hole Lake's course is a bit easier option for those whose handicap is too high, or those with not-so-deep pockets. Club membership is invitation only, but both courses are regularly open to the general public with advanced booking. |
Cuisine: Slovenian Located on the quiet side of Lake Bled, the restaurant has some of the most amazing views of the lake, church on the island, and Slovenian Alps. The food is outstanding with a varied choice on the menu to suit every taste. It’s exquisite fine dining but with quite big portions. OVERALL RATING: PRICES: |
Cuisine: Slovenian This famous restaurant is now under new management of the Jezersek family who serve modern interpretations of recipes written more than 70 years ago by their grandmother. The food is absolutely lovely - it's traditional Slovenian served in a superb fine dining style with lots of lovely touches. OVERALL RATING: PRICES: |
Cuisine: International The restaurant is located in the very heart of Bled. It's a fine restaurant with a lovely terrace that has a breathtaking view of Lake Bled and Bled Island. The menu is varied with a good selection of meat, fish and pasta dishes. The food served is full of flavour and beautifully presented and yet is not too heavy on the pocket. OVERALL RATING: PRICES: |
Cuisine: Slovenian This is a lovely small restaurant that is opened only during the season (from May 1st till mid-October). The setting is charming in an open garden with lit candles all around the tables. The menu is surprisingly extensive for a small place and there's something for everyone. All the plates coming from the kitchen are a feast for the eyes. OVERALL RATING: PRICES: |
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| The accommodation options in Bled can be divided into six main categories: hotels, guest houses, B&Bs, apartments, farm stays and hostels. |
Finding a hotel that suits your needs and fits your budget can be a hassle. Bled is a very touristic place with lots of hotels of varying standards, from ultra-luxurious where guests can indulge themselves in some exquisite spas to a nice choice of affordable 3-star hotels. Find out which hotels in Bled we recommend and why. |
Bled guesthouses are definitely a nice, safe option for a place to stay as they are comfortable and homely with owners who take an interest in their guests. Many offer not only breakfast, but also lunch and dinner. There are quite a few wonderful guest houses in Bled, find out which one would best suit your needs, style and budget. |
Bed and breakfasts are a cheap way of staying in Bled. In essence you get a room and usually also a private bathroom in someone's house, with breakfast included in the price. Find out which B&Bs in Bled we recommend and why. |
Many local residents in Bled offer apartments for rent in their houses. Each apartment has one or two bedrooms, a bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Some also have a living room and a balcony or a terrace. It's a very popular wallet-friendly option when you are staying in Bled. But be careful, the rates and quality vary seriously, so always do a good research before you book an apartment for your stay! Here you will find the apartments that we think are the best ones in Bled right now. |
Hostels are a very popular option for those seeking low-cost accommodations in Bled. Most spaces and amenities are usually shared, but even if you’re not up for the cheapest option - a bed in a dorm room - you can often get a basic private room at a Bled hostel for significantly less than the cost of a low-end hotel or privately rented room. Competition between Bled hostels has grown over the past 5-10 years so the quality has risen considerably. There are now some really nice hostels in Bled, find out which are the ones that we recommend and why! |
There’s nothing quite like going to sleep under the stars, surrounded by nature and only the sound of birdsong to wake you up in the morning. The Bled area has a breathtaking nature which is perfect to do just that: whether it’s an all natural campsite or a luxurious glamping experience, these are the best outdoor sleeping areas in Bled. |
Farm stays are an increasingly popular vacation option, especially for families with young children. Styled after traditional B&Bs, farm stays offer comfortable lodging, low rates, generous breakfasts and direct access to farm animals, fresh fruit, vegetables and eggs. On some farms you can also join in with farm tasks, including feeding and egg collecting. Find out which farm stays in the Lake Bled area we recommend the most. |