5Lake Bled, Slovenia

Lake Bled in winter is a scene straight from a fantasy novel. The lake’s tiny island, with its historic church, looks magical surrounded by snowy mountains.

In winter, visitors can ice skate on the lake, stroll around its frozen shores, or take a scenic hike up to Bled Castle, which offers panoramic views of the snow-covered lake.

The nearby town of Bled is known for its warm hospitality and delicious cream cake, making it the perfect place to cozy up after exploring the winter landscape.