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Chocolate Festival in Radovljica

by petra September 19, 2021
13 April 2019

Radovljica, a picturesque town close to Bled, hosted this weekend a traditional April festival where chocolate was the main ingredient of all the festival events.

During the Chocolate Festival – that is especially popular among children – one could try numerous types of chocolate and taste various chocolate products.

Distance from Lake Bled
8 km (5 mi) from Lake Bled
Family-friendly places
Family-friendly
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible

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8 km (5 mi) from Lake Bled ⋆ Family-friendly ⋆ Wheelchair accessible 

Since 2012 when the first chocolate festival was happening in Radovljica, it has been growing in popularity.

This year, the festival took place in the following venues: Radovljica Manor and Linhart Square (the main square in Radovljica’s old town), and the town’s park.

The photo gallery below shows some of the highlights of the festival that is closely connected with the history of chocolate manufacturing in Radovljica.

Did you know that there is a chocolate factory in Lesce, a small town near Radovljica, with origins in the year of 1922?

Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
During the chocolate festival, one could try various kinds of sweets.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
The team with smile on their faces representing Radovljica Tourist Board.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
‘Mmm, what to choose?’
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Many chocolate sellers embraced the spirit of the upcoming Easter.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Taking photos with a mascot of the chocolate factory that has been operating in the Radovljica area since the beginning of the 20th century was one of the popular things to do among younger visitors.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Some came to Radovljica festival from other regions of Slovenia to represent their chocolate products. How about some glazed dry pears?
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Or chocolate pops maybe?
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
I decided to buy ten of those to surprise my family.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Part of the Chocolate Festival was taking place at Radovljica Manor in the old town.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Colourful chocolate products
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Radovljica Manor that is one of the oldest buildings in the town turned into a very charming setting for the festival.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Chocolate and beer? Why not.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Chocolate letters
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
The view of chocolate stalls from the staircase of Radovljica Manor.
Chocolate Festival in Radovljica
Buckets full of sweet treats.

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Hello! I'm Petra, and I have lived in Bled for most of my life. After spending time in Norway, Macedonia, Hungary and Spain, I have settled in my home country, rediscovering the beauty of Lake Bled. Read more

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