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Hiking trail

Trail to Tatarija

A shorter hiking tour with 471 m of ascent to the highest point at 1453 m a.s.l.

Length
4.4 km
ascent
471 m
time
3–4½ h
Difficulty
Moderate
Overview

The 4.4 km hiking trail follows a gravel surface with 471 m of ascent to the highest point at 1453 m a.s.l. It is walked out and back along the same route, and the estimated duration without breaks is 3 h 45 min.

The Trail to Tatarija is a hiking tour near Lake Plav, Gusinje and Plav. The trail length is 4.4 km, the shape is out and back along the same route, and the estimated duration without breaks is 3 h 45 min.

The ascent involves 471 m of elevation gain and only 6 m of descent. The lowest point is at 973 m a.s.l., and the highest at 1453 m a.s.l. The profile is predominantly uphill, and the surface is entirely gravel (100%).

The trail is rated as moderate. It is suitable for hikers with basic fitness and experience, but due to its relatively short length and pronounced ascent, it requires a steady pace and planned breaks.

The best months to visit are May, June, July, August, September and October.

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

↑ 471 m · ↓ 6 m · highest point 1,453 m

On the trail

What you will see

Ascent to Tatarija

The trail leads to the highest point at 1453 m a.s.l., with 471 m of ascent.

Lake Plav

The nearest place to the trailhead, about 7.1 km away.

Gusinje

Near the trail, about 6.8 km away.

Plav

Near the trail, about 7.2 km away.

Before you go

Plan the day

Bring enough water; information about water sources on the trail is not provided.

Wear hiking boots and dress in layers – the trail is gravel along its entire length.

Start early, especially in the summer months, to avoid the hottest part of the day.

Check the weather forecast; conditions in the mountains can change quickly.

Plan breaks according to your own pace and fitness level.

If you go alone, let someone know your route plan and take a charged phone with you.

Safety

In the mountains, the weather can change quickly; bring layered clothing and check the forecast before setting out. In case of fog or thunderstorms, return to safety. The emergency number in Montenegro is 112.

Emergency number in Montenegro: 112.

Good to know

  • Best season

    The best months for this trail are May, June, July, August, September and October. At that time, hiking conditions are usually more stable.

  • Getting there

    The nearest place to the trailhead is Lake Plav, about 7.1 km away. Also nearby are Gusinje (about 6.8 km) and Plav (about 7.2 km).

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The trail is 4.4 km long, and it is walked out and back along the same route.

Estimated duration without breaks is 3 h 45 min.

The trail is of moderate difficulty; it includes 471 m of ascent and 6 m of descent.

The best months are May, June, July, August, September and October.

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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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