Jahorina
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Welcome to Jahorina
We present the most famous ski center of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a stunning natural oasis. Our page describes all segments of Jahorina's tourist offer. We have selected for you the roads that lead you to the mountain, suggested what to do during the summer and what to do during the winter months, how to organize yourself if you are coming with children, but also where you can enjoy an unforgettable night out if you are coming with a group of friends. Our guide will suggest you excellent accommodation, places to taste great Bosnian specialties, but also highlight all the advantages and disadvantages of Jahorina as a skiing, winter destination or as a summer holiday destination. All that remains for you is to familiarize yourself with the above information in detail, take a few days off and set off on an unforgettable adventure through the most beautiful natural area of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Jahorina Apartments
When to visit Jahorina?
The largest number of overnight stays on Jahorina occurs during the winter season. However, in recent years, Jahorina has been increasingly visited during the summer.
- Winter - Jahorina is the most visited during winter. In the winter, this mountain mostly attracts skiers and fans of other winter sports, such as snowboarding and alpine skiing.
- Summer - Jahorina becomes increasingly attractive in the summer thanks to the numerous activities and entertainment that enrich its offer. The potential for adrenaline sports and numerous well-maintained hiking trails in the summer attract lovers of dangerous thrills and those who want to relax on the mountain.
How to get to Jahorina?
If you want to get to Jahorina without a stopover, the only option is to travel by car. There are no direct bus lines to Jahorina. However, the great advantage of Jahorina is that it is located not far from Pale (10 km) and Sarajevo (30 km). From there, you can easily find departures for Jahorina. Below you will find all the options for getting to Sarajevo and Jahorina.
- By car - If you decide to travel by car to Jahorina, we recommend the route Belgrade - Loznica - Mali Zvornik (border crossing), Vlasenica - Pale. The distance from Belgrade to Jahorina is about 320 km, and it will take you between 5 and 6 hours to travel. From Zagreb, opting for the route via Banja Luka and Sarajevo is best. The distance between Zagreb and Jahorina is about 430 km, so it is estimated that it takes about 7 hours to travel from Zagreb to Jahorina. The distance from Podgorica to Jahorina is 256 km, and the travel time is slightly less than 5 hours.
- By bus - Jahorina can be reached by bus on the line to Sarajevo or Pale. You can find direct departures for Jahorina from Sarajevo or Pale. Traveling by bus from Belgrade to Sarajevo takes about 8 hours; the cheapest ticket is about 4,000 RSD. From Podgorica to Jahorina, the easiest way is to take a bus to Pale; the journey takes about 7 hours. There are also direct lines from Zagreb to Sarajevo. The cheapest bus ticket from Zagreb is RSD 5,300-7,400.
- By plane - The fastest option for traveling to Sarajevo is by plane, at least in Belgrade and Zagreb. The flight from Belgrade to Sarajevo by AirSerbia takes less than an hour, and the price of a return ticket is around RSD 14,000. There is also a direct flight from Zagreb to Sarajevo. The price of a return ticket is around RSD 14,000, and the flight takes less than an hour. There are no direct flights from Podgorica to Sarajevo, but only with a stopover in Vienna, which significantly increases the travel time and raises the plane ticket price to almost 25,000 RSD.
Activities for tourists on Jahorina
Winter activities, such as skiing, snowboarding, and Nordic skiing, are prevalent, but Jahorina is far from having nothing to offer during the summer season.
- Skiing - Skiing is the most developed winter activity in Jahorina. 47 km of the total ski route is divided into 24 tracks. Night skiing on Jahorina is also offered, and a 5 km ski track has been prepared. Jahorina also has 10 km of trails for Nordic skiing. The price of a seven-day ski pass in the post-season and pre-season is 275 euros for adults and 325 euros in the peak season. A day ticket for adults costs 41 euros pre- and post-season and 62 euros in the peak season.
- Skydive - is located by the lake at the top of Poljica. Skydive gives you an unusual ride over a landscaped lake, where you will enjoy a panoramic view of Jahorina. The price of a skydive ride is 7 KM for adults and the same amount for children.
- Loopster or Ballerina - In 8 cabins, you can experience different ways of driving, from calm and light to real adrenaline. Cabs turn in both directions and around their axis during driving. The price of one ride is 7 KM for both adults and children.
- Paragliding - is one of the activities we recommend not to skip if you find yourself on Jahorina. The flight is performed in tandem with an instructor and usually lasts about 15 minutes.
- The tower - is a relatively new attraction in Jahorina, located on the Poljica plateau. It is a 9-meter-high tower that you climb by pulling a rope. Depending on the speed and strength of the rope pull, you climb so fast. During the ascent, the tower rotates around its axis, allowing you to see the panorama of Jahorina from all angles. The price of a ride to the Tower is 7 KM for both adults and children.
- Hiking/biking trails - Jahorina is known as a place that nature lovers like to visit. Two hiking trails have been arranged in this way: the Path of Love - length 2,513 m, total ascent 73 m, estimated duration of the walk 45 minutes and Path of Health - length 8,108 m, total ascent 135 m, estimated duration of the walk 180 minutes. In addition to this, there are also mixed trails for cycling and hiking. There are three trails: the Olympic trail - with a length of 4,203 m, a total ascent of 133 m, and the estimated duration of the walk on this path is 90 minutes. m, total ascent 276 m.
Events and festivals in Jahorina
Many manifestations and festival