We took the local bus from Bohinj, Slovenia to Lake Bled. Then we took a gentle stroll around the lake, returning to the same point to catch the bus back. The lake surroundings are well groomed and an easy walk. There is also a small land train that circles the lake if you are feeling particularly lazy.
A small island in the middle of the lake is home to the Assumption of Mary Pilgrimage Church. The church has 99 steps leading up to it. A local tradition at weddings is for the husband to carry his new bride up these steps. It is said that if he makes it the marriage will last.
Perched on a rock overlooking the lake is the iconic Bled Castle that houses a museum. We stopped at a lake side café below the castle to enjoy a slice of the local speciality vanilla-and-cream pastry called kremna rezina (“cream slice”).
Lake Bled, Slovenia.
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