Green Slovenia

A cosy capital with dragons on its bridges and cafés along the river, and an hour away — Lake Bled with its island and church. Compact, safe and gorgeous.

👀 What to see

• Lake Bled and a pletna boat to the island
• Lake Bohinj and the Vintgar Gorge
• Ljubljana Castle

🍽 What to taste

• Bled cream cake (kremšnita)
• Slovenian wine and Carniolan sausage

⚓ Quiet spot

Lake Bohinj — Bled without the people.

💡 Fun facts

• Lake Bled has Slovenia's only natural island; by tradition, the groom carries the bride up 99 steps to the church.
• Bled cream cake (kremšnita) has been made since 1953 — over 15 million slices have been sold since then.
• Wooden "pletna" boats take visitors to the island, and the oarsman's trade is passed down in families from generation to generation.

🗓 Best time: in May, in June, in July, in August, in September