Daytime campervan parking in Bled is available at two locations: the Blejski Grad 2 car park, which is open from 6:00 to 22:00, and the central town car park. Overnight stays are permitted only at campsites or at the official Seliše motorhome stop, which provides electricity, fresh water and a waste disposal point. For a stress-free stay, book a pitch at Camping Bled in advance. If you still need a vehicle, check the
Campervan rental options available in Ljubljana.
In short:
- Overnight stays outside campsites or the Seliše motorhome stop are prohibited and may result in a fine. Town car parks are intended for daytime visits only.
- Booking a pitch at Camping Bled at least 6 to 8 weeks in advance is recommended, especially for July and August.
- The Seliše motorhome stop provides fresh water, waste disposal and electricity. Lake Bled is approximately a 10 to 15-minute walk away, making it a practical option for overnight stays.
- Campsites around Lake Bled offer full facilities and differ in location, price and activities, making them suitable for different types of travellers.
- Between 1 July and 31 August, taking the Radovljica summer bus to Bled is recommended to avoid traffic congestion and parking problems.
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Motorhome parking and campervan stops in Bled
Bled has a clearly divided system: one area is intended for short daytime stops, while another is designed for motorhome services and overnight stays. The Municipality of Bled has
officially confirmed this arrangement to reduce uncontrolled motorhome parking around the lake, which was a significant problem in previous years.
Seliše motorhome stop is the only official public motorhome stop in Bled where overnight stays are also permitted. It provides electricity, fresh water and a waste disposal point. Lake Bled is approximately a 10 to 15-minute walk away. This is not a parking area directly beside the lake, but a dedicated service and overnight stop for travellers who do not want or need to stay at a campsite.
Blejski Grad 2 is a newer parking facility intended exclusively for daytime visitors. The car park is open from 6:00 to 22:00, and
overnight stays are not permitted. It is within a short and pleasant walking distance of the town centre and lake, making it convenient for travellers staying at a campsite who want to drive to Bled for sightseeing.
The central car park in the town centre is intended for short-term parking and can be suitable for smaller campervans. Parking is charged according to the same schedule that applies to passenger cars, with no special arrangements for longer stays.
The key rules to remember are:
- Overnight stays in public town car parks are not permitted and may result in a fine.
- Seliše is the only public location where overnight stays are permitted outside official campsites.
- Blejski Grad 2 is strictly a daytime car park and is closed for overnight use.
- The central car park is not suitable for extended stays or motorhome servicing.
Campsites around Bled: which one is right for your motorhome?
For motorhome travellers, proper campsites are by far the most convenient option compared with basic motorhome stops. You have access to full facilities, more space and a much lower risk of being asked to move on in the morning.
- Camping Bled is located directly beside Lake Bled and is therefore the first choice for many travellers. The campsite operates seasonally, usually from late March to early November, and offers pitches suitable for motorhomes and campervans together with dedicated service facilities. Because of its lakeside location, it is often fully booked during summer, so booking 6 to 8 weeks in advance is almost essential if you want a pitch in July or August. Further information about pitches and sanitary facilities is also published by Sava Hotels & Resorts, which operates the campsite.
- River Camping Bled has a stronger family focus, with a swimming pool and activities for children. While it does not focus as much on direct lake views, it can offer a quieter setting and is particularly suitable for longer stays with children.
- Camping Šobec is located slightly farther from Lake Bled, beside the Sava River, and is a good alternative when the lakeside campsites are fully booked. A summer bus connection to Bled is also available, as explained below.
Before booking, always check the cancellation policy. During peak season, most campsites charge at least part of the price at the time of booking, while free cancellation shortly before arrival is rarely available. If you want a broader overview of campsites in Slovenia, our
Bled campsites guide provides additional information.
What is allowed and what to avoid
The basic rule is simple: sleeping in a campervan or motorhome is permitted only at a campsite or at the Seliše motorhome stop. All other locations, including public town car parks and the lakeshore, are intended for daytime visits only.
Parking enforcement in Bled is strict because of the high pressure caused by tourism in a relatively small town centre. Overnight stays outside designated locations may result in a fine. Being asked to move in the middle of the night is certainly not the experience most travellers want during their holiday.
Practical details worth checking before you arrive include:
- Waste disposal and fresh water facilities are available at Seliše, while some services may require registration through the local tourist information centre.
- Payment at some sanitary facilities may require coins, so it is useful to carry some change.
- The opening hours of Blejski Grad 2 are fixed at 6:00 to 22:00. Parking outside these hours is not permitted.
Expert tip: Always empty your chemical toilet at an authorised disposal point, never into nature or a roadside drain. Bled is an important cultural and natural heritage destination, and environmental regulations are strictly enforced.
How to plan your visit during the summer season
July and August are the months when campsites around Lake Bled are generally at their busiest and pitches fill up quickly. Travellers arriving without a reservation may end up at a campsite farther from the lake than they originally planned.
- Book a pitch at Camping Bled or River Camping Bled at least 6 to 8 weeks before arrival, especially for dates in July and August.
- If your preferred campsite is full, consider Camping Šobec as an alternative. It generally has more space available during the peak season.
- For sightseeing in Bled, use the daytime Blejski Grad 2 car park, while leaving your campervan at your campsite pitch rather than moving it around town throughout the day.
- Check current availability with the campsite’s website or by telephone before arrival, as availability can change quickly during the summer.
Arriving early is more important during the summer months than you might expect. Travellers arriving before 10:00 in the morning generally have a much better choice of pitches with electrical connections than those arriving later in the afternoon, when the most convenient connections may already be occupied.
How to get to Bled and back without stress
Larger motorhomes can generally reach Bled most easily via Lesce, from where it is only a short drive along the main road. The narrow streets in the town centre are not ideal for longer vehicles, so it is usually better to leave your campervan at your campsite or designated parking area and explore Bled on foot or by bus.
Between 1 July and 31 August,
Radovljica operates a free summer bus connecting Radovljica and Bled, with stops near Camping Šobec and River Camping Bled. This means you can leave your campervan at the campsite for the entire day and travel to the town centre without worrying about finding a parking space.
- Park your campervan at the campsite or Seliše motorhome stop and leave it there until you are ready to continue your journey.
- For day trips into the town centre, use the summer bus or the short-term parking available at Blejski Grad 2.
- During major events around the lake, expect additional congestion at daytime parking areas and arrive earlier than usual.
What I learned about visiting Bled by motorhome
The biggest mistake I see among travellers is not a lack of knowledge about the rules, but underestimating the summer crowds. Many people imagine Bled as a small, peaceful village beside a lake. In reality, it is one of Slovenia’s most visited destinations during the summer, and every lakeside campsite pitch is highly sought after.
Another detail that travellers often overlook is the difference between a car park and a dedicated motorhome stop. Blejski Grad 2 and Seliše may sound similar, but they serve completely different purposes. Confusing the two can mean either a fine or spending the night without the facilities you need. I recommend a quick checklist before arriving: a full fresh-water tank, an emptied toilet cassette, an electrical extension cable in case the campsite connection is farther away, and a confirmed pitch reservation. A more detailed step-by-step overview is available in our
Bled motorhome guide, while our overview of motorhome stops provides a wider look at PZA locations throughout Slovenia.
Travellers who understand this difference and book early will have a completely different experience in Bled from those who arrive without a plan and simply hope to find a place.
— Rok
Renting a campervan for a Bled trip without owning one
If you do not own a campervan, you can rent a fully equipped vehicle suitable for camping around Lake Bled. Vehicles can be collected in Ljubljana, less than an hour’s drive from Bled, without the long-term commitment of owning a motorhome.
For a trip to Bled, compact campervans are particularly convenient because they are easier to manoeuvre and park while still providing essential facilities such as a kitchen and toilet. The
Ford Transit Nugget Plus and
Mercedes V Marco Polo are well suited to couples and smaller groups who want a comfortable campervan without the dimensions of a large motorhome. Every rental includes basic insurance and 24/7 assistance, providing additional peace of mind if you encounter an unexpected situation on the way to Bled.
Check available dates and
book your campervan before the summer season in Bled fills up.
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Always check the latest parking rules, prices and campsite conditions shortly before travelling, as regulations and prices can change from one season to the next.
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