Blidinje Nature Park
A high karst plateau between the Čvrsnica and Vran mountains, with the largest mountain lake in the country, wild horses and the stećci of Dugo Polje.
- Best time
- Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar for skiing
- How long
- 1 day
- From Sarajevo
- ≈ 2.5 h by car
What to see
- Blidinje Lake
- The Dugo Polje necropolis, on the UNESCO list
- Wild horses grazing on the plateau
- Masna Luka and the Risovac ski area
How to spend the day
Drive the plateau road past the lake, stop at the Dugo Polje necropolis, where about 150 stećci stand in the grass, and walk to the shore of Blidinje Lake. Herds of wild horses often graze nearby; keep your distance and do not feed them.
Good to know
- Mobile coverage is patchy; download offline maps before you go.
- In winter, snow can close the roads; Risovac has small ski lifts.
Practical information
- Getting there
Reach the plateau from Jablanica (via Doljani) or from Posušje. There is no regular public transport.
- Tickets
Guided tours of the park, about two hours long, can be booked with the park office in Masna Luka.
- Parking
Parking by the lake and at Masna Luka.
Prices and hours change. Check before you go.
Local tip: Weather on the plateau changes fast. Bring layers, even in August.
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