Holidays in Montenegro

Tourism in Montenegro occupies one of the leading places in the economy of the country, and the government annually invests considerable funds in the development of infrastructure and attraction of ever larger tourist flows. Rest here is very diverse due to the presence of wonderful beach and ski resorts, the rich historical heritage of large cities and the beauty of nature and landscapes.

Consider the main types of recreation in Montenegro.

Beach vacation. Perhaps, the most popular direction of tourism in the country. The Adriatic Sea is one of the warmest in European territory. In summer, the average water temperature reaches + 25 ... 28 ° C, in winter it keeps at least + 12 ° C. The peculiarity of beach rest in Montenegro is also the fact that the Adriatic waters due to the rocky coast are very clean, in some places the transparency reaches 50 m. For a beach holiday in Montenegro, the most suitable resorts are:
- Budva . It is the tourist heart of the country, where the best discos, restaurants, bars and clubs are concentrated. Budva is perfect for lovers of active and carefree holidays in Montenegro;
- Kotor . It is a beautiful medieval fortress town. Kotor is very attractive for a family holiday in Montenegro with children;
- Petrovac . It is characterized by pebble beaches and thickets of olive and pine trees around. The infrastructure is very well developed, the beaches are clean and safe, suitable even for small children;
- Becici . In this place wide sand and pebble beaches and excellent conditions for outdoor activities and water sports. Rest in Becici in Montenegro fell to the taste of amateur fishermen;
- Sveti Stefan . Earlier here was a military fort, the architecture of ancient buildings was partially preserved. The resort is located on the island of Sveti Stefan in Montenegro, the holiday here is quite expensive, and the beaches are covered with a delicate pink sand;
- Bar . There are about two dozen beaches with a total length of 9 km. Among all the resorts of Montenegro, a holiday in the city of Bar is most preferable for a quiet and peaceful family or romantic trip.

If you ask yourself questions about where it is best to relax on the sea in Montenegro or what beaches of the country are considered best for resting with children, we draw your attention to the fact that there are more than 100 beaches here, but only a part of them are awarded with the quality award - the international "Blue Flag" . Among these beaches are, for example, Cuba Libre, Dobrec, Kalardovo and Plavi Horizonti , Queen's Beach , Copacabana, Sutomore , Uteha and others. The most popular is the so-called Great Beach of Ulcinj , which stretches for 13 km and includes several small beaches.

Ski vacation. The second most popular tourist destination in the country. For a ski holiday in Montenegro the most attractive are such resorts as:

Kolasin - is characterized by clean air and pristine beauty of nature, is located next to Biograd Biosphere Reserve . Ski runs are prepared for skiers of different levels, and the cost of rental of equipment is the lowest among European resorts;

Zabljak - occupies a special place in the rating of resorts for winter holidays in Montenegro. It is characterized by the presence not only of ski slopes, but also routes for climbers, hikers and conditions for rafting on the turbulent Tara River.

Active rest and extreme. In summer you can enjoy rafting on the Tara River, paragliding and paragliding, trekking in the mountains of Kuchka and in the massifs of the Boka-Kotorska Bay, recreation in Montenegro, canyoning in Nevidio, underwater hunting and fishing on the Budva Riviera, surfing in Budva, Ulcinj, Bar and Sveti Vlas, Stefane.

Sightseeing and hiking. This category includes the ancient quarters of some major cities, including Kotor, Bar, Budva, Ulcinj and Herceg Novi , as well as numerous Christian cathedrals and Muslim mosques in the country. A special place among sightseeing tours in Montenegro is rest in Podgorica - the capital of the country. This city surprisingly combines the old and the new, there are many monuments of architecture, museums , historical buildings, bridges and, of course, the Old Town (Stara Varoš).

Ecotourism. The most popular place for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the pristine nature is the city of Herceg Novi. This is an amazingly clean place with beautiful scenery of the hills and the bay on which it is located. Rest in Herceg Novi in Montenegro will please you with an abundance of cozy streets, observation platforms and galleries, beautiful scenery and low prices for accommodation and meals. This resort is also an excellent choice for budget holidays in Montenegro. The same kind should also be attributed to living in eco-settlements (eco-ethnic villages) and visiting 4 protected areas of the country:

Durmitor , located at an altitude of about 2 thousand meters, with its unique landscapes and glacial lakes;

The valley of the Zeta River and the coast of Skadar Lake - the largest on the Balkan Peninsula;

The Biograd mountain is a place in the northeast of the country, in the mountain range of Belasitsa, known for thousands of years of relict trees;

Lovcen - the place is located between the cities of Cetinje and Kotor and is famous for its beautiful bizarre caves, cracks and hollows in the mountains, amazing landscapes.

Health-improving rest. Those who wish to undergo treatment or rehabilitation enjoy the popularity of the sanatoriums of Montenegro , in particular, the medical center in Igalo (this is the Riviera Herceg Novi) and Vrmac in Prcani (Kotor municipality). The main areas of treatment are diseases of the musculoskeletal system, cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems.

Sea cruises. In this category, it is important to note the journey along the entire Adriatic coast with a visit to the main ports of the country and a sightseeing tour along the Boka-Kotor Bay. During the sea walks, you can get to know a variety of islands, beautiful bays, bays and caves, including the famous Blue Cave (Plava Spiel).

Autotourism. The country has a well-developed transport sector, so if you want, you can rent a car and go on your route. Autotourism is good because you do not have to puzzle over which city of Montenegro is better to rest, as it will be possible to see and compare them yourself. Here, many know the Russian language and will be able to tell the way and the nearest attractions , so it is not difficult to organize an independent holiday in Montenegro.

Summing up the survey of the main directions of tourism in this Balkan country, let us say that the best time for rest in Montenegro is the summer season, which lasts from the end of May to the beginning of October. And whatever you choose, you will certainly have something to see on your vacation in Montenegro.

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