Bled Castle
Bled, Slovenia
Bled Castle is a spur castle located in the Municipality of Bled, Slovenia. It features Gothic and Renaissance architecture and is recognized as a monument of national significance. It stands at an elevation of 599 meters.
Planning a visit
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs of 24 °C and lows of 15 °C, while January is the coldest with highs of 2 °C and lows of -6 °C. Rain occurs throughout the year, with monthly rainfall ranging from 61 mm in February to 150 mm in November. The nearest airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport in Zgornji Brnik, located 32 km away, and the capital Ljubljana is 47 km away. Nearby places to visit include Lake Bohinj at 20.9 km, Lake Jasna at 27.0 km, Vršič Pass at 28.3 km, Ljubljana Cathedral at 47.4 km, and Dragon Bridge at 47.4 km.
The castle is open Monday through Sunday from 08:00 to 18:00, with extended hours from 08:00 to 20:00 April through October. Admission prices are €18 for adults, €11.50 for students, €7 for children, and €15 for disabled visitors and those 65 and older. Wheelchair access is not available.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 24 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 2 | 4 | 9 | 14 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 19 | 14 | 8 | 3 |
| Average low, °C | -6 | -4 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 1 | -4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 64 | 61 | 88 | 102 | 110 | 126 | 118 | 123 | 138 | 146 | 150 | 120 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
