Things to do in  Bled

Yes, Bled is worth visiting. The stunning lake is often hailed as the most beautiful in Europe, and it certainly lives up to that reputation. The town itself is calm and peaceful, and offers a wealth of walking routes, on-the-water activities, and restaurants serving traditional Slovenian food.

While there aren’t loads of things to do, you’ll still find plenty of activities. You can explore the lake on a wooden rowing boat or stand-up paddleboard, or embark on one of more than 10 different hiking routes around the lake and in the Julian Alps foothills that overlook it.

You need two full days in Lake Bled. This will give you time to go cycling or hiking around the lake, climb up to some of the best view points, and visit Bled Castle (Blejski Grad). Staying overnight also lets you enjoy the town without the day tripper crowds.

Yes, one day in Lake Bled is enough if you’re short on time. It’s only around one hour by car from the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana, so it's a convenient day trip. One day gives you time to take a boat around the lake and soak up the natural scenery.

Yes, it’s free to swim in Lake Bled. The only bathing and swimming area that charges is Grajsko Kopališče (Castle Bathing Area), which is open in summer from June–September and offers waterslides, diving boards, umbrellas, and sun loungers, plus plenty of activities to keep kids entertained.

That depends on what kind of vacation you want. Staying in Bled means you’ll experience the peace associated with nature and enjoy a slower pace of life. Staying in the capital city of Ljubljana means you’ll have access to a wider range of restaurants, shops, and nightlife opportunities.