Location: Upper Carniola - Gorenjska in Slovenia
Nearest Airport:
Ljubljana at 28
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Nearest Ferry:
Koper at 170
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Nearest Train:
Bled-Lesce at 3
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Nearest Motorway:
Lesce at 3
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Nearest Beach:
beach at 700.0
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Car: recommended
Situated in the north-western part of the country, Gorenjska is the most Alpine of all Slovenian regions. It borders on Austria and Italy and is criss-crossed by well-developed transport infrastructure.
The Gorenjska region is famous for its natural beauty and friendly people. Most of the region is covered by the Julian Alps with numerous peaks exceeding 2000 m. The Julian Alps and Triglav National Park are rich with plant and animal life.
There are many opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, skiing, ski-touring, rafting, paragliding, etc.
Gorenjska is home to lakes Bled and Bohinj.
Lake Bled was formed after the recession of the Bohinj glacier. It is up to 2120 m long and up to 1380 m wide, its maximum depth being 30.6 m. A small island in the middle of the lake is home to the Assumption of Mary Pilgrimage Church; visitors frequently ring its bell for good luck. Perched on a rock overlooking the lake is the iconic Bled Castle.