An easy cycling trail near Berane: 7.6 km of asphalt and gravel, 642 m of ascent, caves, water springs and the peak of Osoje.
Biking Trail BA02 is an easy one-way cycling trail 7.6 km long, with a total ascent of 642 m. It starts near Berane, leads past the Žara and Velika pećina caves, drinking-water springs and the peak of Osoje, with the highest point at 1,385 m a.s.l.
Biking Trail BA02 is an easy one-way cycling trail, 7.6 km long. The trail begins near Berane, about 3.5 km from the town. It climbs from the lowest point at 746 m a.s.l. to the highest point at 1,385 m a.s.l. The total ascent is 642 m and the total descent is 6 m. The estimated riding time without breaks is 1 h 25 min.
The surface is predominantly paved: 86 % asphalt or concrete and 14 % gravel. The trail is therefore pleasant to ride, but a gradual ascent should be expected. The trail is marked.
At the start, already at 0.3 km, there is the Velika pećina cave (785 m a.s.l.), and at 0.7 km the Žara cave (780 m a.s.l.). At 3.4 km the trail passes by the peak of Osoje (1,008 m a.s.l.). Further along there are two drinking-water springs: at 4.6 km (1,060 m a.s.l.) and at 6.7 km (1,297 m a.s.l.).
The trail is suitable for recreational riders and cyclists who enjoy a longer paved ascent. Near the trail are Pešića jezero (about 9.2 km) and Andrijevica (about 9.5 km). Bring enough water and plan your return, as the trail is not a loop.
What this difficulty means
Mostly flat or gentle riding on good surfaces. Fine for occasional riders and families.
Places on this route
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↑ 642 m · ↓ 6 m · highest point 1,385 m
Along the way
Located 0.3 km from the start of the trail.
Located 0.7 km from the start of the trail.
The trail passes by the peak of Osoje at 3.4 km from the start.
The drinking-water spring is located 4.6 km from the start.
The drinking-water spring is located 6.7 km from the start.
Bring enough water even though there are two springs on the trail; you can refill your supplies at 4.6 km and 6.7 km.
Check the weather forecast, as the trail reaches 1,385 m a.s.l.
Wear layered clothing and bring a spare inner tube or bike tools.
Set off in the morning, especially in summer, to avoid the hottest part of the day.
Since the trail is one-way, plan your return or transport in advance.
Use lower gears due to the continuous 642 m ascent.
The trail climbs to 1,385 m a.s.l., so bring your phone and monitor weather conditions. In case of fog or thunderstorms, stop riding and take shelter in a safe place. For emergencies call 112.
Emergency number in Montenegro: 112.
Good to know
Best season
The best period for riding is from late spring to early autumn, when the roads are dry and temperatures are moderate. In winter and early spring the higher sections of the trail can be cold and wet.
Getting there
The trailhead is near Berane, about 3.5 km from the town. The nearest settlement to the trailhead is Berane.
It is 7.6 km long and goes in one direction.
The estimated riding time without breaks is 1 h 25 min.
The total ascent is 642 m, and the total descent is 6 m.
The difficulty is easy, and the surface is 86 % asphalt/concrete and 14 % gravel, making it suitable for recreational riders.
262 km↑ 6,918 m4–5 days
22.2 km↑ 359 m1½–2 h
22.8 km↑ 1,330 m7½–10½ h
44.2 km↑ 1,794 m5½–8 h
44.4 km↑ 1,523 m4–5½ h
22.7 km↑ 1,426 m7–10 h
13.2 km↑ 1,113 m5½–8 h
Times and grades are estimates. Conditions change: check the weather and local information before you set out.
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