Place in Upper Carniola, Slovenia
Zirovnica
Žirovnica is a settlement in northwestern Slovenia, in the Municipality of Žirovnica.
It is located in the historic Upper Carniola region, on the southern slope of the Karawanks mountain range, close to the border with Austria.
How locals move
Getting around Zirovnica the local way
- Get aroundThe traditional way to reach the lake's island is by a pletna boat, which resembles a huge gondola.
- Get aroundCycling off-road or off-track is not allowed in Slovenia.
From Wikivoyage: Bled, CC BY-SA. Not yet checked by us. Last edited 2026-09.
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