Lake Bohinj — Where the Alps Meet the Water

Why Bohinj?

If Lake Bled is Slovenia's postcard, Lake Bohinj is its best-kept secret. This is where Slovenians themselves go when they want to escape.

Lake Bohinj is the country's largest natural lake — twice the size of Bled — but receives a fraction of the visitors. Surrounded on all sides by the peaks of Triglav National Park, it feels wonderfully remote.

The water is crystal clear and cold, fed by mountain streams. In summer you can swim, kayak, or paddleboard. In autumn, the surrounding forests turn gold and crimson. In winter, the valley is silent under snow.

There are no big hotels lining the shore. No souvenir shops every few meters. Just a quiet lake, a stone bridge, a small church, and mountains as far as you can see.

Things to Do at Bohinj

• Swim in the lake — several beaches along the shore, water is refreshing even in summer
• Vogel Cable Car — ride up to 1,535 meters for breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and the Julian Alps
• Savica Waterfall — a dramatic 78-meter waterfall, a short hike from the western end of the lake
• Mostnica Gorge — a beautiful gorge walk with turquoise pools and the famous "Elephant" rock
• Church of St. John the Baptist — a medieval church by the stone bridge with centuries-old frescoes
• Kayaking and paddleboarding — rentals available at the lake
• Hiking — trails range from easy lakeside walks to serious alpine climbs up Triglav

The Drive to Bohinj

From Ljubljana Airport, the drive takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The route passes through Bled before descending into the Bohinj valley. The last stretch is particularly scenic — winding through forest with mountain views.

From Ljubljana city center, expect about 1 hour and 15 minutes via Kranj and Bled.

We drop you off at your accommodation — whether it's a lakeside apartment, a mountain hut, or a campsite entrance.

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