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Why you must visit Piva Lake

Thursday, 10 August 2023

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One of those places that you don't discover right away, during your first visit to Montenegro, but when you come, it conquers you forever. Beer.
32,500 hectares of true beauty hid for a long time in the shadow of neighboring Durmitor. You'll admit, it's not easy to stand out next to the magnificent Durmitor, but Pivi managed it. Because it is special, its own and different.
It also borders the oldest national park of Bosnia and Herzegovina - the famous "Sutjeska", and represents a natural border between these two natural treasures. Beauty never ends!

And just some of the reasons why you must visit the beer lake.

Natural beauty: Piva lake is breathtaking with its spectacular scenery. Surrounded by mountains, this lake offers an impressive view that will leave you breathless. The clear and turquoise waters of the lake glisten under the sun, and the surrounding hills create a picturesque backdrop for this natural wonder. Without a doubt, this beauty will leave you speechless.

Piva lake is home to numerous plant and animal species. Different species of birds, fish and amphibians can be seen here. Visitors can often see rare birds of prey flying over the lake or feeding on the banks. If you are a lover of nature and animal life, beer lake offers a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy the diversity of flora and fauna.

Activities on the lake: Piva lake is a paradise for all lovers of active vacations and water sports. You can enjoy kayaking, sailing, fishing or swimming in the clear waters of the lake. In addition, there are many hiking trails around the lake that allow you to explore the surrounding nature. Whether you are an adventurer or want a relaxed vacation by the water, beer lake has something for everyone.

Swimming at the City Beach and walking to the Zarisnik viewpoint
A visit to the City Beach and swimming in the crystal clear water of Piva Lake is not to be missed if you visit Plužine during the summer months.

Photo: stara_hercegovina (IG)

Cultural heritage: In addition to natural beauty, Pivsko jezero also has a rich cultural heritage. Near the lake there are many historical monuments and landmarks that bear witness to the past of this area. You can visit the Piva monastery, which dates back to the 16th century, or explore the nearby villages that preserve the traditional way of life. This mixture of nature and culture makes a visit to the beer lake even more interesting and rich.

Trnovačko lake is One of the most attractive locations is Trnovačko jezero. A lake in the shape of a heart, a lake that symbolizes love! We'll let you in on a secret - basketball player Nikola Jokić, the MVP of the NBA, spent part of his vacation on this very lake this summer.The easiest way to reach the lake is from Bosnia and Herzegovina, from the direction of Tjentište and Prijevor, but it is also possible to approach it from our side.We suggest that it be from the direction of the village of Mratinja, from where a well-marked path leads to Šarena Lastva. After a 4-hour hike, I can take a break at this location and take the best photos - it is from here that the most beautiful view of the lake is offered. The path is medium-difficult according to the mountain climbing classification, but of course, one has to work hard for this kind of view.

If you are planning to visit Montenegro, be sure to include beer lake on your list. This natural beauty will enchant you with its tranquility, charm and opportunities for an active vacation. We are sure that you will fall in love with this hidden gem of Montenegro and that you will be happy to return again and again to enjoy all that the beer lake has to offer.

Photo: Aida Dzafic

Bridge on the Piva River is The next location we suggest to the readers of the #ShareMontenegro portal is the bridge on the Piva River, near Šćepan Polje.It can be reached by car, but we suggest that they park their cars at Šćepan Polje and walk from there to the bridge. The beauty, purity and transparency of the Piva River leave you breathless! Since the water level of the river itself depends on whether the Hydroelectric Power Plant is in operation, you should be careful when going down to the river. The marked path to the Čokovo vrelo waterfall starts from the bridge.