While not as popular as the coastal towns, Bijelo Polje is a charming town in eastern Montenegro, serving as the perfect base for exploring the quiet, non-touristy corners of the country.

Where to Stay?

The choice is more modest than in Žabljak, but there are several excellent family-run guesthouses and B&Bs known for their warm hospitality and home-cooked cuisine.

What to Do?

• Đurđevi Stupovi Monastery: The ruins of this medieval monastery, perched on a green hill, make a powerful impression. Children will love running around the grounds, exploring the ancient walls, and enjoying the freedom. The views of Bijelo Polje from here are breathtaking.

• The Lim River and a Riverside Picnic: Find a cozy spot on the banks of the turquoise Lim River. It’s clean, safe, and incredibly beautiful—the perfect place for a calm family picnic.

• Nišićki Most (Nišići Bridge): Located near Bijelo Polje, this is one of the highest bridges in the Balkans. The drive to it along the mountain roads is an adventure in itself. The view of the Lim River canyon is stunning.

• Lubnica Village-Museum: A full immersion into the life of an old Montenegrin village. Children can see how people lived a hundred years ago, learn about traditional crafts, and feed farm animals.

Practical Tips for Parents

• Clothing: Even in July, pack windbreakers, raincoats, sweaters, and waterproof shoes. Mountain weather is changeable.

• First-Aid Kit: A standard kit, plus blister plasters and motion sickness medication (for the serpentine roads!).

• Food: Many mountain restaurants (kafanas) don’t have a children’s menu, but they will always prepare simple pasta or ‘prženica’ (fried potatoes with meat). It’s a good idea to have snacks like cookies or fruit with you.

• Acclimatization: Don’t plan long hikes on the first day; let the children get used to the altitude and mountain air.

• Safety: Keep a close watch on children near cliffs, especially at the Tara Canyon viewpoints.

A vacation in Durmitor and Bijelo Polje is an investment in health and vivid family memories. Here, children learn to love and understand nature, disconnect from their gadgets, and experience a truly authentic rest. Have a great trip to the mountains.