recommended routeLakeside Panoramic Route
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/ Razgled z OjstricePhoto: Jošt Gantar, Turizem Bled -
/Photo: Vizualist, Zavod za kulturo Bled
Lake Bled is a glacial lake and the only lake in Slovenia with an island. The path around the lake is one of the most popular walks. The newly formed Lakeside Panoramic Route has three ascents practically from the lake’s surface to a height of around 150 metres and thus requires a bit more time and fitness. Straža, Ojstrica and Bled Castle offer recognisable and distinct views of picturesque Bled. The lake, the island and the castle look different from each of the three viewpoints. Straža offers a fitness trail and is packed with adrenaline, Ojstrica offers tranquillity and picturesque photo motifs, and last but not least, Bled Castle offers a view into both history and culture.
Author’s recommendation
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Don’t forget to bring your camera!
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There is an entrance fee to go into Bled Castle.
Rest Stop
Bled CastleBled cream cake
Café Belvedere
Restaurant Vila Bled
Vila Prešeren
Safety information
You need to pay special attention on wet ground when descending from the Straža trail to the village of Mlino and ascending the rocky trail leading to the top peak of Ojstrica.
Going to the top of these hills is advised against when the paths are snowcapped or have icy stretches.
Tips and hints
TIC INFOCENTER Triglavska roža BledLjubljanska cesta 27, SI – 4260 Bled
E-maili: info@visitbled.si , info.trb@tnp.gov.si
Tel: +386 (0)4 5780 205
Web address: http://www.bled.si ; http://www.tnp.si
TIC - Turistično Društvo Bled
Cesta svobode 10, SI – 4260 Bled
E-mail: info@td-bled.si
Tel: +386 (0)4 5741 122
Web address: http://www.td-bled.si/
Bled Culture Institute - Bled Castle
Cesta svobode 11, SI – 4260 Bled
Tel.: +386 (0)4 5729 782
E-mail: blejski.grad@zkbled.si
Straža Bled
Pod Stražo, SI – 4260 Bled
E-mail: turizem@ibled.si
Tel: +386 (0)4 578 0534
Web address: www.straza-bled.si
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Turn-by-turn directions
LAKESIDE PROMENADE - STRAŽA - MLINO - OJSTRICA - VELIKA ZAKA - MALA ZAKA - BLED CASTLE - LAKESIDE PROMENADE
The starting point of the hike is in the centre of Bled towards the Straža ski slope. Just before the lower chair lift station follow the signpost pointing to a steep trail towards the south. The properly arranged trail will get you to the plane of the hill. Follow the path to the top of Straža, where you will see the upper chair lift station. The descent takes you along the ski slope to the brink of the lake shore. Follow the path around the lake, past Mlino, and continue your way to Zaka via Vila Bled. The markings along the road to Ojstrica will take you on a not-so-steep but wide path to the rocky head of Ojstrica in the west. A short, but steep trail leads you to this rocky peak offering stunning vistas. From the top descend back to Velika Zaka. Follow the path around the lake past Mala Zaka in the direction of Castle Hill. At Villa Zlatorog you will see a signpost pointing to an unpaved road with a slight slope towards the castle. There are several trails on the way and all of them will lead you to the carpark beneath the castle. You should definitely go into the castle and enjoy some time at the museum. The way down will take you in an easterly direction towards St Martin’s Church. From here, it’s only a few hundred metres to the centre of Bled or the Lakeside Promenade.
Note
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
You can take the bus, or travel by train to the nearby railway stations of Bled Jezero or Lesce-Bled. For more info visit our website: http://www.bled.si/en/how-to-get-here
The walk starts and ends at the Bled Lakeside Promenade, which is 200 m from Bled’s main bus station.
Getting there
You can get to the starting point in Bled by car from Lesce (Ljubljana-Karavanke motorway exit) or from other regional roads from Bohinj or Jesenice.Parking
There are several public pay carparks in Bled: http://www.bled.si/en/how-to-get-here .
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Equipment
- Light hiking shoes or sneakers are recommended.
- Although you can get refreshments on the way, it is recommended to take enough water with you.
- The use of sun protection is recommended on sunny days.
- In the warmer part of the year the use of tick repellent is recommended.
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