Vrelo Bosne
The spring of the Bosna river: a park of ponds, streams and wooden bridges at the foot of Mount Igman.
- Best time
- Apr–Oct
- How long
- Half day
- From Sarajevo
- ≈ 30 min
What to see
- The springs and the swan ponds
- The Roman Bridge on the Bosna
- The tree-lined Velika aleja from Ilidža
How to spend your time
Walk the loop of paths between the springs, ponds and small bridges, then follow the Bosna downstream to the stone Roman Bridge (Rimski most), a few kilometres away. Families with children can easily spend half a day here.
Good to know
- The park gets busy on summer weekends; weekday mornings are calmest.
- Small cafés and restaurants inside the park serve trout and grilled food.
Practical information
- Getting there
Tram 3 runs from the centre to Ilidža (about 30 minutes). From the tram terminus walk, cycle or take a horse carriage along Velika aleja to the park gate.
- Tickets
A small entrance fee is charged per person in the main season.
- Opening hours
Open daily in daylight hours.
- Parking
Paid car park at the park entrance; cars are not allowed on Velika aleja.
Prices and hours change. Check before you go.
Local tip: Rent a bike or take a horse carriage along the 3 km avenue of plane trees from Ilidža.
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