Lake Bohinj, Slovenia

Lake Bohinj

Bled's wilder, quieter neighbour, surrounded by the Julian Alps.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Lake Bohinj

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the quiet shore path around the lake.
  2. AfternoonHike up to the Savica waterfall, or take the cable car up Vogel.
  3. EveningSwim or watch the sunset from the church of St. John the Baptist.

Day 2

Hike to the Seven Triglav Lakes valley.

What to eat

Mohant, a strong local cheese, and trout.

Local tips

Make the most of Lake Bohinj

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are busy. Mornings and weekdays are calm.

Best photo spot

The lake and the church of St. John the Baptist by the stone bridge at the eastern end.

Getting there

Buses run from Ljubljana and Bled.

Don't miss nearby

The Savica waterfall and the Vogel cable car.

Good to know

Swimming is allowed but motorboats are not. The water stays fresh and cool all summer.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Lake Bohinj

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Plan your visit

Getting to Lake Bohinj

Getting there

  • Ljubljana Airport (LJU)45 km away
  • Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)55 km away
  • Ljubljana55 km away
  • Trieste70 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountrySlovenia

Questions

Lake Bohinj: good to know

Is Lake Bohinj worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. Bled's wilder, quieter neighbour, surrounded by the Julian Alps.

How many days do you need in Lake Bohinj?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Lake Bohinj?

You can visit all year. Summer weekends are busy. Mornings and weekdays are calm.

How do you get to Lake Bohinj?

The nearest airport is Ljubljana Airport (LJU), about 45 km away. Buses run from Ljubljana and Bled.

What is there to see near Lake Bohinj?

Nearby hidden places include Lake Bled (20 km), Ljubljana (54 km) and Postojna Cave (60 km).

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