While visiting the island church is one of the best things to do in Lake Bled, Slovenia, there are lots of other fun Lake Bled activities that make this tourist destination well worth visiting.

If you drive to Lake Bled, you'll incur fees to park on-site, hire a boat and enter the lake's castle and church. Charges also apply for items purchased at the lakefront souvenir shops and cafes.

Picture this: shockingly deep turquoise waters, a tiny island crowned by a medieval church, and a backdrop of majestic mountains. This is Lake Bled, Slovenia, an enchanting place that looks like ...

tout for business and I hop on one to make the crossing to ring the church’s wishing bell — consecrated by the Pope. Slovenians, however, give Lake Bled a miss. They favour quieter Lake Bohinj ...