Glacial lake at 1,678 m between Nikšić and Kolašin
Kapetanovo jezero is situated northeast of Nikšić, on the border with the municipality of Kolašin, at an elevation of 1,678 m. It is of glacial origin, measuring 480 m in length and 200 m in width, with a maximum depth of approximately 37 m. Crystal clear and green in colour, the lake reflects the surrounding rocks and mountain peaks, and is rich in fish. Around the lake stretch the expansive pastures of Lukavica and traditional katuns, making it one of the most attractive mountain areas in Montenegro. Numerous hiking tours to the surrounding peaks depart from this location.
Location
Northeast of Nikšić
Elevation
1,678 m
Dimensions
480 m × 200 m
Maximum depth
~37 m
Origin
Glacial
Highlights
A lake of glacial origin measuring 480 m in length, 200 m in width and up to 37 m in depth, it is one of the rare glacial lakes in the interior of Montenegro. Crystal clear and green in colour, in which the surrounding rocks and mountain peaks are reflected, the lake is rich in fish and offers a tranquillity that is hard to find at lower elevations. It bears the name of Captain Mušović, the Ottoman commander of Nikšić, making it one of the rare natural beauties in Montenegro with a direct connection to the period of Ottoman rule.
Around Kapetanovo jezero stretch the expansive mountain pastures of Lukavica, where people still live in the traditional way in katuns to this day. This is one of the rare opportunities in Montenegro to experience authentic mountain life first-hand — local hosts produce cheese, kajmak and milk using age-old recipes. The wider area around the lake, with its mountain peaks, springs and katuns, ranks as one of the most beautiful landscapes in Montenegro.
Mali žurim (1,962 m) and Veliki žurim (2,036 m) are part of the Moračke planine massif and are accessible via hiking tours departing from Kapetanovo jezero. The distance between the two peaks is approximately one kilometre. The ascent of Mali žurim begins along an easier ridge that becomes an almost vertical rock face near the summit, while Veliki žurim has a gentler ascent and a wide meadow full of blueberries. These two peaks form a natural boundary between the karst terrain and the green valley.
What to do
Tours to the surrounding mountain peaks of the Moračke planine depart from the lake.
tap to closeThe lake is rich in fish, making it a favourite destination for anglers.
tap to closeIn winter, the area around the lake is visited on ski touring equipment or snowshoes.
tap to closeIn summer it is possible to explore the surrounding pastures and katuns by bike.
tap to closeThe surrounding Lukavica pastures are well suited for horse riding through unspoiled nature.
tap to closePlan Your Visit
Opening hours
Dostupno tokom cijele godine, bez ograničenja radnog vremena
Admission
Besplatan pristup
Website
www.niksic.travelParkiranje je moguće uz jezero, na prirodnim proširenjima planinske ceste
Teren je planinski i nije prilagođen za osobe sa invaliditetom ili ograničenom pokretljivošću
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