Bobotov Kuk
FAQFrequently asked questions
What is Bobotov Kuk and what is his height?
This is the highest peak of the Durmitor massif in Montenegro, 2523 meters. It was once considered the highest point of the country, until new measurements revealed three higher peaks on the border with Albania - we had to move.
How to get there?
They start from the resort town of Zabljak, which has everything a tourist needs. The trail is well marked with signs, so it's hard to get lost - just follow the signs.
How long does the climb take and how difficult is it?
The whole round trip is about ten hours: four to five hours of walking plus the final scramble to the top. The route is not for walking, you need a decent physical shape.
What can be seen from the top?
In clear weather, most of the mountains of Montenegro can be seen from there - Lovchen, Kopaonik, Tara, Maglich. The panorama for which they climbed.
Who first conquered Bobotov Kuk?
The first documented ascent was made in 1883 by the Austrian cartographer Oskar Baumann. The Austrians made the first winter foray to the neighboring peaks already in the 1930s.
