Bled, situated in the Julian Alps, has beautiful churches, a castle high on a hill, picturesque mountains, hiking, boating, swimming, delicious restaurants, a casino and a whole lot of history. The first mention of Bled was when Henry II (Holy German Emperor) gifted it the Bishop Brixen in 1004. At that time, there was already a Roman tower on the cliff which is still a part of the castle.
Looking out to the Castle and sunset
Enjoying the view while having a delicious dinner 
Blejska Kremna Rezina (Bled Cream Cake). Ištvan Lukačevič, a pastry chef at Hotel Park, invented the delightful cream cake in the 1950s. When you’re in Bled, always leave a little room for this gem of a dessert.
Bled Castle 
There’s a running/walking trail around the entire lake, about 6.7 km. Although it should only take about an hour to walk it, I prefer to stop often, enjoying all the lake has to offer: watching the swan family, running to the top of the bleachers at the rowing center and stopping to enjoy the gorgeous views.
Serenity in Bled 
Rower Statue. Slovenia’s Olympic rowing team practice at Lake Bled. 
Children attempting to pet the swan, who really only wants some food. The ONLY type of food that should be given to the swans are dandelions. 
The Church of the Assumption of St Mary on the island at Lake Bled. More about the island in my next post.
If you’re visiting Slovenia, you should definitely spend at least one night in Bled, preferably with a view of the lake.
Displaced Beachbums 