A short, easy hiking tour along a forest trail near the Ključ summit, close to Kolašin.
Trail 344 is an easy one-way hiking tour, 1.4 km long, with an ascent of 126 m. It follows a forest trail near the Ključ summit, not far from Kolašin.
Trail 344 is an easy one-way hiking tour, 1.4 km long. The lowest point is at 1,832 m a.s.l., and the highest at 1,966 m a.s.l. The total ascent is 126 m, with a descent of 70 m. The estimated walking time without breaks is 45 minutes.
The majority of the route follows a dirt/forest trail (84%), and a shorter section follows a gravel road (16%). The trail is marked. Near the start, at approximately 0.7 km, is the Ključ summit (1,973 m a.s.l.), a notable point of interest alongside the route.
This short tour is suitable for beginners and family outings. However, due to the altitude above 1,800 m, rapid weather changes should be expected. Sturdy footwear is recommended due to the dirt surface.
The nearest place to the trailhead is Pešića jezero, approximately 7.3 km away. Kolašin is approximately 8.5 km from the trail.
What this difficulty means
Well-made paths with gentle gradients. Fine for families and anyone used to walking a few hours.
Places on this route
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↑ 126 m · ↓ 70 m · highest point 1,966 m
Along the way
A point of interest approximately 0.7 km from the start of the trail, at 1,973 m a.s.l.
The nearest place to the trailhead, approximately 7.3 km away.
The nearest town, approximately 8.5 km from the trail.
Bring enough water, even though the trail is short.
Wear hiking boots or sturdy footwear due to the dirt and forest surface.
Check the weather forecast before setting out; at altitudes above 1,800 m the weather changes quickly.
Set off early in the morning to avoid possible afternoon storms.
Follow the trail markers and do not stray from the marked trail.
At an altitude between 1,832 and 1,966 m, the weather can change rapidly. Bring layered clothing and sun protection. In the event of a storm or fog, stay on the marked trail; the emergency number in Montenegro is 112.
Emergency number in Montenegro: 112.
Good to know
Best season
The best period to visit is from late spring to early autumn, when the trail is usually free of snow. In winter, the trail may be covered in snow or icy.
Getting there
The trail area is reached from the direction of Kolašin, approximately 8.5 km away. Pešića jezero is the nearest place to the trailhead, approximately 7.3 km away.
The trail is 1.4 km long and runs in one direction.
The estimated time without breaks is 45 minutes.
The trail is rated as easy, with an ascent of 126 m and a descent of 70 m.
The highest point is at 1966 m a.s.l., and the lowest at 1832 m a.s.l.
16.4 km↑ 1,200 m5½–8 h
95.7 km↑ 3,723 m2–3 days
15.3 km↑ 949 m5–7 h
0.6 km↑ 102 m20–30 min
399 km↑ 9,352 m5–8 days
143 km↑ 5,436 m6–9 days
262 km↑ 6,918 m4–5 days
41.4 km↑ 1,496 m2–3 days
Times and grades are estimates. Conditions change: check the weather and local information before you set out.
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