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Dobrota – Gornji Gačevići on Vrmac (trail 748)
Hiking trail

Dobrota – Gornji Gačevići on Vrmac (trail 748)

Marked hiking trail one way: from the Dobrota waterfront with 799 m of ascent to 798 m a.s.l.

Length
4.7 km
ascent
799 m
time
3–4 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Overview

Trail 748 is a marked one-way hiking tour, 4.7 km long. It starts at the Dobrota waterfront, with a total ascent of 799 m and the highest point at 798 m a.s.l.

Trail 748 is a one-way hiking and walking tour. It starts in the waterfront area of Dobrota, near the 'United Nations-Dobrota' bus stop and parking area. The lowest point is at 10 m a.s.l., and the starting station is at 12 m a.s.l. From there the trail climbs almost continuously – the total ascent is 799 m, while the descent is only 17 m.

The length is 4.7 km, and the estimated duration without breaks is 3 h 15 min. The surface is mostly rocky (69 %), with asphalt/concrete (31 %). The trail is marked.

At 0.5 km from the start it passes the 'School Centre' bus stop at 46 m a.s.l. The highest point is at 798 m a.s.l. Nearby are Dobrota, Prčanj and Kotor, and Dobrota beach is about 0.9 km from the start.

The trail is of moderate difficulty and suitable for hikers with moderate fitness. Because it is one way, plan your return in advance.

Moderate

What this difficulty means

Longer or steeper sections and uneven ground. You need basic fitness, sturdy shoes and a little mountain experience.

Route map

Map and elevation profile

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Elevation profile

↑ 799 m · ↓ 17 m · highest point 798 m

Along the way

  1. 0.0 kmUjedinjene nacije-DobrotaBus stop · 12 m
  2. 0.5 kmŠkolski centarBus stop · 46 m
On the trail

What you will see

Departure in Dobrota

Start at the 'United Nations-Dobrota' bus stop (12 m a.s.l.) and parking area.

Ascent to 798 m a.s.l.

The total ascent is 799 m, and the descent only 17 m.

'School Centre' bus stop

Located 0.5 km from the start, at 46 m a.s.l.

Proximity to Kotor

Kotor is about 1.5 km from the trail, Prčanj about 1.0 km, and Dobrota about 0.9 km.

Before you go

Plan the day

Wear hiking boots or trainers with good grip – the majority of the trail is rocky.

Bring enough water, especially during the warmer part of the year.

Set off early in the morning, particularly in summer, to avoid the greatest heat along the waterfront.

Check the weather forecast before departure; in the event of a thunderstorm do not linger at exposed elevations.

The trail is one way – arrange your return journey or transport back to the starting point in advance.

Safety

On rocky sections watch your step and stability. During thunderstorms or fog do not linger at exposed points. For emergencies in Montenegro call 112.

Emergency number in Montenegro: 112.

Good to know

  • Best season

    Due to its waterfront start and altitude of up to 798 m a.s.l., the trail is passable for most of the year. In summer the lower section is hot, so it is best to set off early in the morning.

  • Getting there

    The trailhead is reached at the 'United Nations-Dobrota' bus stop (12 m a.s.l.), where there is also a parking area at 0.0 km from the start.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

It is 4.7 km long and runs in one direction.

The estimated duration without breaks is 3 h 15 min.

It is of moderate difficulty, with a total ascent of 799 m and a descent of 17 m.

Yes, the trail is marked.

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Map and data sources

Times and grades are estimates. Conditions change: check the weather and local information before you set out.

  • Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). View on OpenStreetMap · Download all routes (GeoJSON, ODbL)
  • Elevation produced using Copernicus WorldDEM-30 © DLR e.V. 2010-2014 and © Airbus Defence and Space GmbH 2014-2018 provided under COPERNICUS by the European Union and ESA; all rights reserved.
  • Map: OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles, data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Terrain: Copernicus DEM GLO-30/GLO-90 — produced using Copernicus WorldDEM-30 and WorldDEM-90 © DLR e.V. 2010-2014 and © Airbus Defence and Space GmbH 2014-2018 provided under COPERNICUS by the European Union and ESA; all rights reserved.

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