Five beautiful lakes that you simply must visit in Slovenia!

When someone mentions Slovenia and lakes in the same sentence, the first thing that comes to mind is Bled and Lake Bohinj. They are, of course, the most visited and promoted for tourism. However, if you are one of those who want to see more and avoid crowds with thousands of tourists, then you are in the right place.

Before you is a list of five beautiful lakes that also deserve your attention. Here’s why!

Lovrenc Lakes, Photo: erikzunec Depositphotos

1. KREDA LAKE

Lake Kreda is an artificial lake in the Radovna Valley, which, in addition to its striking pastel green color, is believed to have health benefits. The lake is a popular spot among the locals during the summer and many of them go to this magical lake in the heart of the Triglav National Park for a swim or a picnic.

Kreda lake, Photo: Anze Furlan, Dreamstime.com

2. LAKE JASNA

About 2.2 kilometers from Kranjska Gora, you can find the perfect place to escape in summer, but also in winter. Lake Jasna is also an artificial lake that, apart from its beauty, is a great place for recreation and enjoyment!

In addition to walks, picnics, or cycling, you can also enjoy a rich gastronomic offer at Lake Jasna.

Lake Jasna, Photo: Jošt Gantar, www.slovenia.info

3. ŠMARTNO LAKE

If you’re looking for a lake that is perfect for a weekend getaway with the family, then you’ll have to go to the area around Celje. The beautiful Lake Šmartno is only 9 minutes away from the city, but it promises an incredible experience for visitors of all ages throughout the year. Here you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, swimming, wakeboarding, tubing, cycling, running, walking, and much more.

Šmartinsko lake, Photo: Andrej Tarfila, www.slovenia.info

4. LAKE CERKNICA

One of the most underrated lakes in Slovenia, Lake Cerknica, is located just 50 kilometers southwest of beautiful Ljubljana. The lake is so special that you can only see it in spring or autumn, especially after it rains. During the rest of the year, it is quite dry because the water is withdrawn into underground reservoirs.

Lake Cerknica, Photo: Wirestock, Depositphotos

5. LAKE KRN

Located in the very southwest of the National Park Triglav, not far from Kobarid, in the heart of the Krn mountain after which it got its name, and under the glaciers on impermeable reddish limestone at 1391 meters above sea level, Krn Lake, the largest high-altitude lake in Slovenia, is tucked away.

Because of its beautiful green water, the reflection of mountains and nature, silence and the occasional breeze, this lake is a true little paradise for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.

Lake Krn, Photo: Olaf Mündelein, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 DEED

In addition to these five, we recommend that you also visit the valley of the Pivka Lakes, Zbiljsko and Trbojsko Lakes, Lovrenc Lakes, Seven Triglav Lakes, Wild Lake, and many others.