Montenegro : Must See
Montenegro, nicknamed "The Black mountain" due to the dark forests that once covered the region, offers unique coastal landscapes and many small charming villages. Picturesque bays such as the bay of Kotor are very appreciated by visitors. The protected lanscapes inland are marked by the beach, the sea and the sun. With Travel Europe, you can opt for a variety of programs including the most beautiful sites of this true "Pearl of the Adriatic".
Podgorica
Podgorica, the largest city and capital of Montenegro, ischaracterized by its prime location. It is the perfect starting point for countless excursions, for example to the wonderful Skadar Lake, one of the most important bird reserves in Europe with around 270 species of birds.
Lovcen Nature Reserve
This nature reserve is dominated by a mountain range oftenconsidered as “Olympus of theMontenegrins”. From the top of its 1800 meters, this tourist site offers an incomparable point ofview. The nature reserve is home to more than 1,500 animal and plant species as well as the mausoleum of Petar II, a well-known bishop and poet in Montenegro.
Durmitor National Park
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Durmitor National Park is located in the north-west of Montenegro. While hiking there, you will discover magnificent small glacial lakes and will be overwhelmed by the beauty of the Tara Canyon, the second largest in the world after the Grand Canyon.
Budva
The seaside resort of Budva with ist 17 beaches is one of the most popular in Montenegro. The picturesque old town was rebuilt on a small peninsula just after an earthquake that devastated the coastline in 1979.
Island of Notre-Dame du Rocher
This hand-made island is nestled in the heart of the idyllic setting of the bay of Kotor. Do not hesitate to visit the small chapel which was build in the 17th century
Mouths of Kotor
Similar to a fjord surrounded by high cliffs, the bay of Kotor offers one of the most beautiful landscapes in southern Europe. This tourist site, classified by Unesco, is one of the essential stopovers during a trip to the Balkans.
