Bled - basic info
Bled is a town in northwestern Slovenia within the Julian Alps and very well known for its beautiful lake with a small island. With immense natural beauty, Bled, together with its surroundings, ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts, making it a perfect place for our conference.
More:http://www.bled.si/en/
How to get here:
By plane:
The nearest airport is Letališče Jožeta Pučnika (cca. 35 km from Bled). From here you can take the bus or shuttle to Bled (the price ascends in that order too; we recommend a shuttle that can be booked ahead and will cost you about 15 EUR - see e.g.: http://www.zup-prevozi.eu/en/bled.html, but there are many other choices that you can find online or on the airport webpage). See also ESF financial guidelines, which provide some limitations on taxi transport.
By train:
The nearest train station is Bled Lake (Bled - Jezero), which is about 2 km from the center of Bled. You can get here from Ljubljana or from Villach (AT). Link to Slovene Railroads for information and timetables.
By bus:
You can take a bus from Ljubljana or Kranj. Link to Ljubljana bus station for timetables.
By car:
Leave the A2/E61 highway at exit Lesce - Bled.
Where to stay:
See: http://www.bled.si/en/default.asp?id=317
What to do:
Jogging, cycling, hiking, canyoning, caving, fishing, golf, rowing, enjoying the local cuisine and wines from different regions of Slovenia, ....
Lonely planet on what to do in Bled
TripAdvisor tips on what to do
VirtualTourist guide to Bled
FAQ about Slovenia:
FAQ for slovenia.info: http://www.slovenia.info/en/FAQ.htm?faq=0&lng=2
