Vintgar Gorge – how to get there

Where is the Vintgar Gorge located?

The Vintgar Gorge is located in northwestern Slovenia, just about four kilometers northwest of the famous Lake Bled. The area belongs to the Julian Alps and the gorge itself is locates within the Triglav National Park. The gorge is near the small village of Podhom in the municipality of Gorje. It’s an ideal day trip destination, easily accessible from both Bled and the motorway.

For those arriving by car, there’s a central parking lot located a short distance from the gorge. A free shuttle bus runs from this official parking lot. Calculate approximately 30 minutes for the shuttle bus ride, including any waiting time. This is important for your planning, as your Vintgar Gorge ticket is valid for a specific period. For travelers without a car, the gorge is accessible on foot, by bicycle or by train. Here are all the details for getting there:

Arriving at Vintgar Gorge by car

There are several ways to reach the Vintgar Gorge by car. From the A2 motorway, take exit 3 (Lesce-Bled) . From there, follow the signs towards Bled and then the signs to the Vintgar Gorge. Here are the travel times and routes:

• From Bled: The distance is approximately 5 km. The journey time is between 10 and 15 minutes, depending on traffic.
• From Ljubljana: The route is approximately 70 km long. The journey takes about 40 to 50 minutes.
• From Kranjska Gora: The journey to Bled takes about 30 minutes, plus the short onward journey to the gorge. The total travel time is approximately 40 to 50 minutes.
• From Klagenfurt, Austria: The car journey to the Vintgar Gorge takes approximately 1 hour.

PARKING AT THE VINTGAR GLAMM
Once you arrive at the gorge, drive your car to the large official parking lot. You can also park your campervan or bus there. Here’s all the information, plus the link to the Google Map:
–> Vintgar Gorge parking

Getting to Vintgar Gorge by train & public bus

Podhom train station is the closest station to the entrance of the Vintgar Gorge. It lies on the scenic Bohinj railway line, which connects Jesenice with Nova Gorica. From the station, it’s about a 1.5-kilometer walk to the gorge entrance. The path is well-marked and takes approximately 30 minutes to walk.

The free Vintgar Shuttle departs from Bled bus station. However, please note: Bled bus station is not directly adjacent to Bled train station! If you arrive at one of Bled’s train stations ( Bled Jezero or Lesce-Bled ), you must first get to the bus station. From there, you can take the convenient shuttle service, which runs regularly and takes you directly to the gorge entrance. Traveling from Bled bus station is a good option if you want to combine your visit to the gorge with a stay in Bled town – or if you are spending your holiday in Bled and planning a day trip to the gorge.

Arriving at Vintgar Gorge by motorcycle

Right at the entrance to the Vintgar Gorge, there’s a free parking area for motorcycles. You couldn’t find a better place to park.

Arriving at Vintgar Gorge by bicycle

Right at the entrance to the Vintgar Gorge, there’s a free parking area for bicycles – in the same spot where motorcycles are allowed to park. If you’re vacationing in Bled, I highly recommend using a bicycle. It’s probably the quickest and easiest way to reach the trailhead without any restrictions. You don’t have to worry about finding a parking space, waiting for a shuttle bus, and you can park your bike for free.

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