Welcome to Bled
Beyond the lake, discover Slovenia through its wines.
Bled is often where visitors first fall in love with Slovenia. The lake, mountains and historic castle create one of the country’s most recognisable landscapes.
Yet Slovenia’s story doesn’t end at the edge of the lake.
Wine takes us somewhere deeper — into regions shaped by different climates, landscapes, grape varieties and generations of winemakers.
From Bled, you can discover those traditions over an evening tasting in a historic cellar, or spend a full day travelling into Slovenia’s wine country.
Three Ways to Discover Slovenia Through Wine
🧡 EXPLORE
Orange Wine Tasting with a Sommelier
Discover Slovenia’s most distinctive wine tradition.
Join our orange wine tasting in Bled and discover why Slovenia has become one of the world’s leading destinations for orange wines.
🍷 TASTE
Slovenian Wine Tasting with a Sommelier
Discover Slovenia, one region at a time.
Join us inside The Oldest Bled Cellar for a structured introduction to Slovenian wine.
🌿 ESCAPE
Ptuj & Haloze Wine Trip
From the Alps to Slovenia’s historic wine country.
Spend a full day travelling from Bled to Ptuj and the vineyard hills of Haloze.
What You Can Expect
Small groups, never crowded tours.
Thoughtfully selected Slovenian wines.
Personal conversations with your hosts.
Stories about the people and places behind the bottles.
A certified sommelier who makes Slovenian wine approachable and enjoyable.
And an opportunity to discover a side of Slovenia that goes beyond the familiar sights of Bled.
Making the Most of Your Stay
Staying in Bled for a few days?
We’re always happy to share recommendations for places to eat, local experiences and ways to make the most of your time around the lake.
And if you’re curious about Slovenian wine, we can help you choose between an evening tasting and a full day exploring the country’s wine heritage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need wine knowledge?
Not at all. Our tastings are designed for curious travellers of all levels.
Where do the Bled tastings take place?
Both regular tastings take place at The Oldest Bled Cellar.
What’s the difference between the two tastings?
The Slovenian Wine Tasting introduces the country’s three principal wine regions through seven wines.
The Orange Wine Tasting focuses specifically on Slovenia’s skin-contact wine tradition through five carefully selected wines.
How many people can join?
Our standard tastings are designed for 2–8 guests, while our Ptuj & Haloze Wine Trip is designed for 2–6 guests.
For larger private groups, corporate programmes and travel partners, we can create a customised format.
Can we book a private tasting?
Yes. Private formats can be arranged on request.
Can we visit Slovenian wine country from Bled?
Yes. Our Ptuj & Haloze Wine Trip is a full-day private journey connecting Bled with one of Slovenia’s most historic wine regions.
We’d Love to Welcome You
Whether you’re visiting Bled for a weekend or using it as your base for exploring Slovenia, we’d be delighted to introduce you to the country through wine.
Beyond the lake, discover Slovenia through wine.