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Lakeside Panoramic Route

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  • View from Ojstrica
    View from Ojstrica
    Photo: Jošt Gantar, Turizem Bled

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    Ascents to Straža, Ojstrica and Bled Castle are added to the classical path around the lake. The above-mentioned sites offer the most iconic panoramic views from the south, west and north.

    Open
    moderate
    Distance 10.3 km
    3:35 h
    386 m
    386 m
    645 m
    474 m

    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

    • Don’t forget to bring your camera!

    • There is an entrance fee to go into Bled Castle.

    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    645 m
    Lowest point
    474 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 42.83%Forested/wild trail 11.72%Path 44.36%Road 1.07%
    Asphalt
    4.4 km
    Forested/wild trail
    1.2 km
    Path
    4.6 km
    Road
    111 m
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    Rest stops

    Bled cream cake
    Café Belvedere
    Restaurant Vila Bled
    Bled Castle
    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 suggestions

    INFOCENTER Triglavska roža Bled

    Ljubljanska cesta 27, SI – 4260 Bled

    E-maili: info@visitbled.si , info.trb@tnp.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  

    Roadbook

    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.

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    Café Belvedere
    Restaurant Vila Bled
    Ojstrica
    Bled Castle
    Church of St Martin
    Vila Prešeren
    Spa Park

    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.

    Directions

    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 .

     

    Coordinates

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    46.368421, 14.108998
    DMS
    46°22'06.3"N 14°06'32.4"E
    UTM
    33T 431467 5135368
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    Bled – Hiking Trails map

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    Equipment

    • Hiking shoes 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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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    10.3 km
    Duration
    3:35 h
    Ascent
    386 m
    Descent
    386 m
    Highest point
    645 m
    Lowest point
    474 m
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