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Durmitor is a massif located in northwestern Montenegro. It is part of the Dinaric Alps. Its highest peak, Bobotov Kuk, reaches a height of 2,523 meters (8,278 ft).

The massif is limited by the Tara River Canyon on the north, the Piva River Canyon on the west, and by the Komarnica River Canyon on the south. To the east, the Durmitor opens to a 1,500 m (4,921 ft) high plateau, called Jezerska površ (Plateau of Lakes). The Sinjavina mountain is located to the east of the Jezerska površ plateau. The Durmitor is for the most part located in the Žabljak municipality.

The massif gives its name to the national park that comprises it. Durmitor National Park was founded in 1952, and designated as a World Heritage Site in 1980.

Getting there

By Plane

The easiest way is to fly to Belgrade airport. From here you can catch a plane to Podgorica. From here you need to take a bus or rent a car. An alternative is to fly to Tivat or Dubrovnik, and rent a car from there.

By Bus

Buses go to Zabljak from Beograd (Belgrade) twice a day and from Podgorica, Niksic, Pljevlja and Mojkovac several times per day.

By Car

There are many different starting points.

Start in Belgrade: and drive towards Zabljak. Niksic - Savnik (47km) - Zabljak (37km): 84km; Niksic to Zabljak approach from south. ~Niksic - Savnik (35km) - Zabljak (37km): 72km; ~Podgorica - Niksic (55 km)-Savnik (47 km)-Zabljak (37 km): 139 km; Add this length if you are going to Zabljak from Podgorica via Niksic. Road to Niksic from Podgorica is good. ~Podgorica - Kolasin (71km) - Mojkovac (21km) - Zabljak (67km): 159km; road is good all the way to Zabljak. Behind Podgorica (56m) you go inside Moraca River canyon (one of spectacular Montenegrin canyons).

When to visit

The most popular time to visit Durmitor National Park is between May and October when the weather is good, all hiking routes are open and the park brims with activity.

Details

Park website

Link

Park size

390 km²

Park founded

1952

Useful links

Hiking Guide - Blog

Link

Durmitor Activities - Blog

Link

Map of Durmitor National Park

Image gallery of Durmitor National Park

 
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Sights in Durmitor National Park

Some national parks contain more than just natural wonders. This list shows you some of the sights that are located in the national park. This includes museums, cathedrals, bridges, dams and much more.

Visitor/Information centres in Durmitor National Park

Most national parks have an associated visitor centre to help visitors. They are usually open most of the year but some close in the off-season. You will often be able to find information on all the activities in the national park. A visit to the visitor centre is often recommended before venturing into the park.

Hiking trails in Durmitor National Park

Almost all national parks have some opportunities for hiking. You can see some of the more popular trails here. You should get local information for detailed information on all trails of the national park.

Natural Sights

Most national parks have there own trademarks. This goes for both natural sights and man-made. This section will list any popular sights in nature.

Mountains in Durmitor National Park

This section will list some of the famous peaks in the national park. Be sure to do proper research before venturing on to the high peaks.

Activities in Durmitor National Park

This section will list some of the popular activities in the national park. They range from demanding to family type activities.

Wildlife in Durmitor National Park

These sections shows you some of the characteristic wildlife to the national park.

Bears in Durmitor National Park

Bears in Durmitor National Park

Few bears in the park

This national park has bears and you need to take the necessary precautions. It is however unlikely that you will come across a bear.