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Lake Bled
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| | Ljubljana 35 mins
Salzburg 3 hrs 30 mins |
Resort Information
Set against a stunning mountain backdrop and surrounded by verdant forests, Bled is an enchanting oasis. Its crystal blue lake and fairytale castle create an atmosphere of true wonder. Swimming, fishing and boat rides are available on the lake. The resort also offers a good range of other activities, including walking, horse riding, tennis and golf as well as being an excellent base for sightseeing, with natural delights such as the Julian Alps within easy distance. Sample the delicious 'Kreme Schnitte', or cake slices available in many of the lakeside cafés, as you stroll around the beautiful shore.
Our Opinion
· Lake Bled boasts a beautiful lakeside setting for a relaxing break · Slovenia offers great value shopping, eating and drinking · This is a superb base for exploring the area with plenty of interesting excursions
Activities
· river fishing · lake bathing · outdoor tennis courts · golf · rowing boats for hire · rafting · bicycles for hire · mini golf · horse ridining (near by villages)
Facilities
· bars · cafés · restaurants · shops · bank · doctor · pharmacy
Getting About
There is a bus service to Kranjska Gora (45 minutes) and Bohinj (45 minutes). Boat trips can also be taken on the lake. The train services from Bled (Lesce station) are excellent.
Strollers
To stroll around the lake is an absolute must and takes an enjoyable 2 hours. The nearby Vintgar Gorge is one of the most beautiful walks in the country.
Ramblers
The surrounding pretty villages such as Selo and Zasip make for very interesting walks. Try the higher routes to the summer farms, or follow 'Rikkli's trail'.
Sightseeing
Trip Price Slovenian Adriatic (Tue) £37
Julian Alps (Mon) £25
Ljubljana (Wed/Sat) £21
Postojna Caves/Lipica Stud Farm (Sun) £47
Venice (water taxi not incl.) (Fri) £44
Sample Slovenia (Tue) £38 Pre-book 3 full-day excursions and receive a FREE half day trip, in resort!
A full range of excursions is available from your Thomson representative in resort.
Twin Centre Suggestion
Discover more of Slovenia by combining (for example) Hotel Riviera in Portorož with the Hotel Golf in Lake Bled. See page 125 for details on how to book your Twin Centre holiday.
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