A sandy cove 8 km from Budva with shallow waters and cliffs
Trsteno Beach is located about 8 kilometres from Budva, in a cove west of Jaz Beach. It stretches approximately 200 metres, covered with fine white sand, with a gentle slope into the water that extends up to 50 metres from the shore. Surrounded by cliffs that shelter it from the winds, the sea here is calm and warm throughout the entire season. Sun loungers and umbrellas, a restaurant, showers, and changing cabins are available on the beach, and a lifeguard service is also present. Trsteno is particularly well-suited for families with young children due to its shallow and calm waters.
Location
8 km from Budva
Beach length
approx. 200 m
Shallow water depth
up to 50 m from shore
Season
June — September
Ideal for
Families, couples
Highlights
Trsteno Beach is set in a cove that is deeply recessed into the land, surrounded by cliffs that block the winds — bura and jugo. Thanks to this natural protection, the sea here is calm and warm throughout the entire summer season, with no strong waves. The sandy bottom is a feature that sets it apart from most of the pebbly beaches of the Budva Riviera. The gentle slope into the water extends up to 50 metres from the shore, making it one of the most popular family beaches in the region.
Just 2.5 km from Trsteno lies Jaz Beach, one of the longest beaches on the Montenegrin coast. Jaz Beach has received numerous international quality awards and gained particular fame as the host of the Sea Dance Festival, which draws music lovers from around the world year after year. Jaz has two sections — one approximately 800 metres long and another around 400 metres — offering a wide range of amenities from watersports equipment rental to beach bars. Combining these two beaches in a single day out gives you a complete experience of the Budva coastline.
In the immediate vicinity of Trsteno, just a few kilometres in the direction of Budva, lies Ploče Beach, known for its rocky formations and lively party scene during the summer. This entire stretch from Jaz to Ploče forms a compact cluster of beaches served by a seasonal bus from Budva departing from Mediteranska Street, running every hour from 8:00 to 20:00. This allows visitors to explore several visually distinct coves and beaches on the northern part of the Budva Riviera in a single day, without needing a car.
Hiking, walking and cycling routes that start here or pass nearby, with maps and GPX downloads.
3.6 km↑ 246 m1–1½ h
3.1 km↑ 169 m65–90 min
1.0 km↑ 17 m15–25 min
8.8 km↑ 130 m2–3 h
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Did You Know?
Trsteno Beach is one of the few truly sandy beaches on the Budva Riviera, where most beaches are pebbly. Its shallow bottom extending up to 50 metres from the shore makes it a favourite among families with young children.
Plan Your Visit
Website
www.budva.travelThe beach is accessible all day (open beach). A lifeguard service operates during the summer season.
Beach entry is free. Sunbed rental costs around 10 EUR per day. Parking is charged (around 3 EUR per day).
Paid car park right by the beach, around 3 EUR per day. Spaces fill up quickly in season — arriving early is recommended.
The beach can be reached on foot from the car park. The terrain can be uneven, with metal steps down to the beach — less suitable for wheelchairs.
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