Ski Areas & Resorts in and Around Bled Slovenia

Straža

Along with the classic setting, Bled still provides for those who enjoy skiing. Both skiers and snowboarders alike will enjoy the Straža ski area, only a few minutes' walk from the centre of Bled. The slopes are equipped with artificial snow guns and lit for night skiing. Ski-school, ski hire and activities are to be found in Bled.
At a glance:

Altitude	Lifts	Ski-runs	Additional info
503-634m	1 chairlift 1 drag-lift Capacity: 1,200 per hour	1 piste 15km cross-country	Supervised kindergarten on the snow Guided ski-tours Ski hire & Lessons available in town at Bled

Krvavec

Krvavec is an impressive, mainly intermediate ski resort near Kranj and Ljubljana, and only 35kms from Bled. At between 1,450m and 1,971m of altitude, the snow at Krvavec is guaranteed for 100 days during the ski season, the natural snow being supplemented by artificial snow if needed. The skiing area extends across 106 hectares, 56 hectares of which has been converted into groomed pistes with a combined length of around 35 km.
At a glance:

Altitude	Lifts	Ski-runs	Additional info
1,450-1,971m	Gondola 4 chairlift 4 drag-lifts Capacity: 7,240 per hour	6km expert 12.5km intermediate 5.5km beginner 10km cross-country Halfpipe Terrain Park	Supervised kindergarten on the snow Guided ski-tours Ski hire & Lessons available in town at Bled

Kranjska Gora

Kranjska Gora is situated between the Julian Alps and the Karavanke Alps, in the utmost northwestern part of Slovenia, close to our borders with Austria and Italy. Perhaps the best known Slovenian ski resort, as the annual Vitranc Trophy in the Men's World Cup slalom and Giant Slalom event is located here to international acclaim. There are however, plenty of easier slopes which enable beginners to acquire basic skills and the more experienced to explore, with snow-making facilities as a counter to the lower altitude.
At a glance:

Altitude	Lifts	Ski-runs	Additional info
800-1,623m	3 chairlifts 18 drag-lifts Capacity: 7,240 per hour	3km expert 12km intermediate 15km beginner 40km cross-country Terrain Park	Supervised kindergarten on the snow Guided ski-tours Ski hire & Lessons available in town at Bled

Vogel

The extensive pistes at Vogel afford spectacular views of the surrounding Alps and of Lake Bohinj far below. The resort is within the protected wilderness of Triglav National Park and this unspoilt natural beauty is simply a must. Being a high alpine resort, it has a longer season than many other Slovenian resorts with generally reliable snow cover, and has the additional advantage of many undemanding slopes. The package comprises a dream ticket of sunny days, beautiful panoramas and excellent pistes suitable for skiers of every ability.
At a glance:

Altitude	Lifts	Ski-runs	Additional info
569-1,800m	Gondola 4 chairlifts 4 drag-lifts Capacity: 7,240 per hour	14km intermediate 4km beginner 8km cross-country Snowboard Park	Supervised kindergarten on the snow Guided ski-tours Ski hire & Lessons available in town at Bled

Kobla

Located near to Lake Bohinj, Kobla resort is on lower slopes than Vogel – which is why they have the back-up of artificial snow if necessary! Long, fast runs are plentiful here.

At a glance:

Altitude	Lifts	Ski-runs	Additional info
540-1,480m	3 chairlifts 3 drag-lifts Capacity: 6,000 per hour	1km expert 10km intermediate 12km beginner 13km cross-country	Sledding trail – 1,000 metres Competition course area Ski hire & Lessons available in town at Bled

Soriška Planina

This is a smaller ski-area, and further away than the previously mentioned resorts. It has a couple of features making it worth a visit: firstly, a giant slalom course, and secondly, an electronically timed section to assist in developing your speed!
At a glance:

Altitude	Lifts	Ski-runs	Additional info
1307-1,550m	1 chairlift 3 drag-lifts Capacity: 2,400 per hour	1km expert 2km intermediate 3km beginner 6km cross-country	Sledding trail – 500 metres Competition slalom course Timed runs Ski hire & Lessons available in town at Bled

Senožeta

A smaller resort, but ideal for learning and smaller children. Night-time skiing 6.00 - 9.00pm on Thursday and Friday evenings.
At a glance:

Altitude	Lifts	Ski-runs	Additional info
620m	1 chairlift Capacity: 700 per hour	450m beginner 15km cross-country	Ideal practice slope Ski hire & Lessons available in town at Bled