Bled

With its beautiful natural surroundings, Bled is a jewel among the Alpine resorts and is widely known for its mild curative climate and the thermal lake water. In 2004 Bled celebrated an important anniversary: 1,000 years since the first mention of Bled— in the deed of gift with which Henry II bestowed Bled and its surroundings on the diocese of Brixen.

Majestic mountains reflected on the lake’s surface, sun, tranquillity and fresh air arouse pleasant feelings in any season and provide the ideal conditions for a peaceful break or more active vacation.

Bled attracts people from every part of the world, regardless of age or profession (business, arts, science, sports, recreation).  Its unique beauty and charm always makes visitors want to return. This also includes participants of conventions, seminars or other meetings, as Bled and the Festival Hall have for a number of years played favourite hosts for many national and international congresses.

When you come to Bled do not miss an enjoyable ride to the Bled island with a special pletna boat, visit the old castle, the museum and the art galleries. It's fun to watch the tradition and modern day cultural festivities, to ride around the lake in a horse-drawn carriage, or to do a number of other things we haven't mentioned.

Enjoy various culinary specialities at interesting dining spots, spend the night in the casino or in a disco, or simply take a relaxing night stroll around the lake, and observe the magic sparkles of stars slowly dwindling as the dawn’s first lights set in.

Over the recent years Bled has hosted:
European Junior Ice Hockey Championships, World Junior Ice Hockey Championships (twice), World Ice Hockey Championships - Group C (twice) , International Figure Skating Camps, International Ice Bowling Tournaments, ISU Junior Grand Prix, ISU Junior World Championships, Chess Olympiad, VI. EYOF 2003. In 2011 Bled will host World Rowing Championships for the forth time.