A wild, rocky cove on the western shore of the Luštica Peninsula
Veslo Cove is situated on the western side of the Luštica Peninsula, facing open sea, in the municipality of Herceg Novi. Its shoreline is steep and rocky, and the water is exceptionally clear, making it a favourite destination for diving and spearfishing enthusiasts. The cove can be reached via a rural track running along the coast or by sea, and its isolation guarantees peace and quiet even at the height of the season. Its proximity to the Blue Cave and the beaches of Žanjice and Mirište makes Veslo an ideal starting point for exploring the finest corners of Luštica. There is a restaurant on the beach, offering visitors refreshments without ever having to leave this untouched cove.
Location
Cape Veslo, Luštica Peninsula
Access
Boat or rural track
Peninsula
47 km², 13 km long
Season
May — October
Crowds
Minimal
Shore type
Rocky, steep
Highlights
Veslo Cove is situated on the western side of the Luštica Peninsula and faces open sea, giving it the character of a completely wild, undeveloped beach. The shoreline is steep and rocky, and the water is exceptionally clear, free of the turbidity associated with sandy beaches. This very quality makes it a favourite destination for diving and spearfishing enthusiasts who travel from across the region. It is visited exclusively by those who appreciate the value of untouched nature and clean sea.
A short distance by sea from Veslo Cove lies the Blue Cave — a natural phenomenon unique on this part of the Adriatic. The interior of the cave is bathed in an intense cobalt blue thanks to the specific reflection of sunlight through underwater openings, and the effect is most striking between 11am and 1pm on clear days. The cave is accessible by sea only and represents one of the most visited natural attractions on the Luštica Peninsula.
Just a few nautical miles from Veslo, the cove of Žanjice is one of the most attractive day-trip destinations in the Herceg Novi area. The beach stretches for over 300 metres, is up to 15 m wide, and is covered with white pebbles that blend into the azure sea. It is sheltered from strong waves by Cape Arza, which also bears the remains of an Austro-Hungarian fortress. Restaurants serving typical Mediterranean cuisine line the shore, and in summer a boat service from Herceg Novi runs several times a day.
Veslo Cove sits at the heart of the Luštica Peninsula, which stretches 13 km with a total area of 47 km² and a deeply indented coastline of nearly 35 km. The peninsula is renowned for its olive groves, which once produced the most prized oil in the Bay of Kotor, as well as for its rich ecclesiastical heritage — 19 active churches have been built and preserved on Luštica. Low population density and the absence of mass tourism make this one of the most unspoilt corners of the Montenegrin coast.
Did You Know?
The Luštica Peninsula has nearly 35 km of deeply indented coastline and 19 active churches, yet remains one of the least developed stretches of the Montenegrin Adriatic. 19 active churches on Luštica
Plan Your Visit
Admission
Free
The beach is accessible throughout the entire year, without any working hours restrictions
No designated parking — vehicles are left along the village road, and the rest of the way is covered on foot
Not adapted for people with disabilities — the shore is rocky and steep, access is on foot or by boat
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