Pokljuka

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Pokljuka is part of Triglav national park (info table at Mrzli studenec).

Pokljuka is a foresty plateau at the altitude of around 1300 metres, situated partly in the municipality of Bled and partly in municipality of Bohinj in northwestern Slovenia. It is part of Triglav national park. The plateau is known for its winter sports facilities, among which are the yearly Biathlon World Cup meets held at Biathloncenter Pokljuka, 15 km west of Bled village (25 km by car).

Horses at Mrzli studenec on Pokljuka plateau (summer).

Many beech and fir trees were chopped down in the 18th century for the iron foundries in Bohinj. They have been naturally replaced mostly by spruce trees. Some swamps can also be found which is not ordinary on such high plateaus.

Pokljuka is also a common gateway for mountaineers.