A demanding one-way hiking tour, 26.8 km long, with 1160 m of ascent and 1677 m of descent.
Very demanding hiking tour from Velje Duboko to Morača Monastery. It leads mostly along gravel and asphalt roads, passes several springs, and takes about 10 h 35 min without breaks.
The tour starts at Velje Duboko and leads one-way to Morača Monastery. It is 26.8 km long, with a total ascent of 1160 m and a descent of 1677 m. The highest point is at 1845 m a.s.l., and the lowest at 295 m a.s.l.
The trail is marked in green. It mostly follows gravel roads (72%), and 26% leads along asphalt or concrete. The estimated walking time without breaks is 10 hours and 35 minutes. Along the route there are several springs: at 2.8 km (1093 m a.s.l.), 6.3 km (1125 m a.s.l.), 14.3 km (Korita, 1448 m a.s.l.), 15.3 km (1383 m a.s.l.) and 16.5 km (1311 m a.s.l.). The nearest place to the start of the trail is Manito Lake, about 4.4 km away, and Kapetanovo Lake is about 5.7 km from the trail.
The tour is very demanding and intended for experienced hikers. At the end of the trail, 26.8 km from the start, there is a parking area.
What this difficulty means
Very long or alpine terrain where hands may be needed, with few ways out. Only for experienced mountaineers in stable weather.
Mountain hiking grade SAC T3 (scale T1–T6).
Places on this route
Move along the profile to follow the route on the map; switch on 3D for the terrain.
↑ 1,160 m · ↓ 1,677 m · highest point 1,845 m
Along the way
Spring at 1448 m a.s.l., 14.3 km from the start of the trail.
Several springs distributed along the first 16.5 km: at 1093 m, 1125 m, 1383 m and 1311 m a.s.l.
The nearest place to the start of the trail, about 4.4 km away.
Lake near the trail, about 5.7 km from the route.
Parking is located 26.8 km from the start, at the end of the trail.
Bring enough water and food; the tour takes over 10 hours without breaks.
Start early in the morning so you arrive before dark, especially in late summer and autumn.
Follow the green markings, but also bring a map or GPS as backup.
Wear layered clothing and spare socks; in mountain terrain the weather changes quickly.
Check the weather forecast and avoid the tour during thunderstorms or fog.
Let someone know about your plan and expected return.
The tour is very demanding and leads through mountain terrain with an elevation difference greater than 1500 m. Check the weather forecast, avoid thunderstorms and fog, and expect that the signal may be weak. In an emergency, call 112.
Emergency number in Montenegro: 112.
Good to know
Best season
Due to the highest point at 1845 m a.s.l., the most favorable period is from late spring to early autumn, when days are longer and trails are generally more passable. In winter and early spring there may be snow and low temperatures.
Getting there
The start of the trail is at Velje Duboko. The nearest place to the start is Manito Lake, about 4.4 km away; at the end of the trail, 26.8 km from the start, there is a parking area.
The trail is 26.8 km long and leads one way.
Walking without breaks takes about 10 hours and 35 minutes; with breaks, allow longer.
It is very demanding and intended for experienced hikers. It is T3 on the SAC hiking scale.
Yes, it is marked in green.
12.1 km↑ 976 m4½–6½ h
8.5 km↑ 883 m3½–5 h
9.8 km↑ 1,370 m6–8½ h
6.0 km↑ 449 m2½–3½ h
10.3 km↑ 673 m4–5½ h
1.4 km↑ 138 m40–55 min
2.7 km↑ 444 m1½–2½ h
6.4 km↑ 725 m4–5½ h
LoopTimes and grades are estimates. Conditions change: check the weather and local information before you set out.
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