Sep 17, 2023 · Bled Castle, located in the picturesque town of Bled in Slovenia, holds the title of being the oldest castle in the country. It dates back to the 11th century and has a rich history that spans over a thousand years.

Jan 4, 2024 · In the heart of Slovenia’s enchanting Julian Alps, Bled Castle stands as a timeless sentinel overlooking the serene Lake Bled. This mediaeval fortress, perched atop a cliff, offers a window into the past while presenting breathtaking views that captivate the modern traveller.

Located on a cliff above Lake Bled, in the town of Bled, Slovenia, the castle offers panoramic views of the Julian Alps and the picturesque lake. This natural setting makes the castle an ideal place to enjoy both nature and history.

The Julian Alps (Slovene: Julijske Alpe, Italian: Alpi Giulie, Venetian: Alpe Jułie, Friulian: Alps Juliis, German: Julische Alpen) are a mountain range of the Southern Limestone Alps that stretches from northeastern Italy to Slovenia, where they rise to 2,864 m at Mount Triglav, the highest peak in Slovenia.

Bled Castle or Blejski Grad as it is called in Slovene is the oldest castle in Slovenia, built on a precipice above Lake Bled in northwestern Slovenia, overlooking the picturesque Lake Bled. The castle was first mentioned in 1011 as Castellum Veldes (Veldes is the German name of Bled).

Oct 14, 2023 · Bled, often referred to as “Slovenia’s Pearl,” is a small but mesmerizing town located in the Julian Alps. It is renowned for its stunning glacial lake, Bled Castle perched on a hill, and the iconic Bled Island with its pilgrimage church.

Nov 7, 2023 · One of the oldest castles in Slovenia, Lake Bled Castle is an iconic site. Located at the top of a precipice above Lake Bled, it offers incredible views of the lake and the Julian Alps Mountains. Below is my guide to help you plan your visit with tips, photos and a map.

Built on a 130-metre cliff overlooking a stunning glacial lake of the same name 1000 years ago, Bled Castle is the oldest and best-preserved castle in Slovenia. It was first mentioned in the year 1011 under the rule of German king Henry II. and.

Jul 29, 2016 · According to written documents, Bled Castle is the oldest Castle in Slovenia. Castle terraces offer spectacular views of the lake and the island on one side and the mountain ranges of the Karavanke and the Julian Alps on the other.

Jan 19, 2020 · Bled Castle sits on top of a cliff that rises 130 metres above the northern side of Lake Bled for more than 1000 years. This is the oldest castle in Slovenia, dating back to 1011. (photo: Jure Korber and Tjasa Borsnak)