Cycling Lake Bled Self Guided Bike Tour 2026

Your selected hotel is located in the town centre. Bled is renowned for its stunning scenery, featuring a picturesque lake, a castle perched on a rock above the water, and a charming pilgrimage church on an island. A must-try is the delightful cream cake "Kremšnita" – indulge in this treat on a sunny day at the terrace of the Park Hotel. 

Spend your first day leisurely exploring Lake Bled. Start by cycling around the lake and up to the castle. Then, hire a rowing boat or enjoy a ride in a traditional Pletna boat to visit the island church. For the best photos and views of the lake, castle, and Karawanke range, make your way up to Osojnica. (B)

Cycling distance: 15km

As sunlight floods over Lake Bled, you'll cycle at the foot of the Jelovica High Plateau, offering a stunning view into Triglav National Park. Stop at Kropa, Slovenia's foremost blacksmith town, and visit the iron forging museum, where you can even learn to make your own nails. Continue to the beautifully preserved old town of Radovljica, home to an interesting beekeeping museum and a delightful ice cream shop. On your way back to Bled, pass by the Sobec camping site, where you can relax and cool your feet in the fresh water of the little pond. (B)

Cycling distance: 45km
Elevation gain: +640m / -640m

Today, you'll visit the sunny village of Begunje, home to legendary Slovenian folk musician Slavko Avsenik. Enjoy lunch at his restaurant, Avsenik Gostilna. Afterward, explore the museum of hostages and the ruins of Kamen Castle. In the afternoon, you'll pass Brezje Basilica, a significant religious site and popular pilgrimage destination for many Slovenians. (B)

Cycling distance: 44km
Elevation gain: +530m / -530m

Today's adventure begins at the less-visited Pokljuka Gorge, formed 10,000 years ago at the eastern edge of the plateau. Leave your bike behind and take a stroll through ancient woods and a fossilised ravine left by a retreating glacier. Next, head to the stunning Vintgar Gorge, carved 150 metres deep into the mountains by the Radovna River, culminating at the Šum Waterfall. Before returning to Bled, take a short detour to St. Catherine's Church, where you can enjoy lunch with a panoramic view of Bled Castle as your backdrop. (B)

Cycling distance: 22km
Elevation gain: +420m / -420m

After a car transfer to the top of the Pokljuka high plateau, you'll cycle down into the Bohinj Valley, passing through alpine villages and by unique Slovene hay racks until you reach Lake Bohinj, a true gem in the heart of this alpine valley. From the village of Ribčev Laz, enjoy a serene panoramic trip on the lake by electric boat. Return to Bled via a spectacular new cycleway along the Sava River. (B)

Cycling distance: 51km
Elevation gain: +430m / -1160m

First, cycle through the Radovna Valley, nestled between two great plateaus, to the foot of Mount Triglav. Here, enjoy lunch in the shadow of this majestic mountain before continuing through a tranquil forested valley dotted with WWII monuments and traditional farmhouses. One of these farmhouses has been converted into a museum, which was even visited by Prince Charles. (B)

Cycling distance: 38km
Elevation gain: +480m / -480m

 After breakfast, your tour ends. (B)