Bled Island (Blejski Otok)
Bled, Slovenia
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Is it worth going to the island on Lake Bled?
No visit to Lake Bled is complete without a trip to its steeple-capped island, which nudges the lake's quaintness level over the top. The most romantic route to the island is on one of the lake's distinctive flat-bottomed pletna boats.
What's on the island in the middle of Lake Bled?
The most recognisable symbol of the island is the Church of the Mother of God on the lake with a long and diverse history. Amidst the greenery, you can explore interesting island buildings such as the bell tower, curacy and provost's house, small hermitage and some other mysterious legendary buildings.
How much is the boat to Bled Island?
The current cost for a Pletna boat ride to Lake Bled Island is 20 Euro per person (this is the updated 2026 price). This covers the cost of the round trip, and allows for 40 minutes to spend visiting the island and its church. You pay the Pletnar directly in cash.
What is the story of Bled Island?
A Local Legend states that a young widow by the name of Polixena, wife of one of the feudal renters of Bled Castle, ordered the bell to be cast in memory of her late husband. When the bell was first being rowed from the shore to the island, a sudden storm blackened the skies and sunk the boat, bell and crew.