Church of St. John the Baptist, Bohinj
Cerkev sv. Janeza Krstnika
A small Gothic church beside the stone bridge on the east shore of Lake Bohinj, reflected in the water. It is the most classic photo spot on the lake.
The Church of St. John the Baptist stands by the stone bridge in the village of Ribčev Laz, at the eastern end of Lake Bohinj. It dates from the Middle Ages, and the surviving building is Gothic with a Baroque bell tower. Its interior holds 14th- to 16th-century frescoes depicting the life of Christ and the legend of St. John, among the most important medieval frescoes in the Upper Carniola region. The stone bridge, the church and the mountains behind them are reflected in the lake, most beautifully on calm early mornings. The exterior is free. In summer, the interior is open for a small admission fee. It is right beside the bus stop for Lake Bohinj and makes a good starting point for a lakeside walk or a kayak trip.
Opening hours
Exterior all day; interior approx. 10:00–18:00 in summer
Nearby sights
- Mostnica Gorge
- Vogar Viewpoint
- Lake Bohinj
- Vogel Cable Car
- Savica Waterfall
- Mount Triglav
- Triglav Lakes Valley
- Peričnik Falls & Vrata Valley