Winter vacation in Montenegro

Montenegro – a Balkan country for relaxation of the soul and body

Montenegro is a beautiful place that will make you fall in love at first sight. This cute and picturesque country is located in the southeastern part of Europe. Its main capital and large city is Podgorica. The city of Cetine is considered the cultural capital and the second largest administrative center. The very name of the country in translation means “black mountain” – and, indeed, several majestic and ancient mountain ranges are present on the territory of Montenegro. The most famous is Durmitor.

If we talk about the cuisine of the country, then it does not differ at all from the European one. Here they also like to cook various meat dishes with the addition of cheeses and spices, in order to improve the taste of the dish itself. Good reviews and memories remain with tourists after national pancakes – these are a kind of pancakes with different fillings. As for drinks, Montenegrin people mostly drink wine or light beer, which is produced at a factory in the city of Nikšić. And mountain cheese from the village of Negushi should be tasted by every tourist, especially the one who is here for the first time. There are many bars, cafes and restaurants in the cities and resort areas of the country, which means that during your stay in Montenegro, you can easily taste all the national dishes and drinks.

Is there anything to see in Montenegro? Yes, there are enough attractions here to spend your vacation as actively as possible. This country has everything: castles, national parks, mountains, the Adriatic Sea and more.

Briefly about the weather and what to do in winter in Montenegro?

Winter in Montenegro is quite warm. Therefore, you should not take a lot of winter things, as if you are going to the North Pole. After all, here the temperature during the day sometimes reaches +10+15, and in the evening 0+5. But sometimes there is high humidity. Although, in general, the weather in winter in Montenegro is similar to an ordinary autumn or spring. Flowers and green meadows grow near the sea all year round. However, when going to this wonderful country, it is worth considering one important detail: there are 4 climate zones, and this despite the fact that Montenegro is not so big. For example, lovers of beach holidays can sunbathe on the seashore, taking their time drinking cocktails and enjoying the gentle rays of the sun. But a few hours’ drive from this place, vacationers enjoy skiing in the mountains. So, for example, an hour’s drive from warm Budva, children can play sledding on Lovcen Mountain. In general, it is very important to check the weather forecast before planning a trip to or within a country. After all, the weather here is very unpredictable and amazing.

But despite the weather conditions, there is always something to see and somewhere to go, even in the winter season. Here is a list of activities for winter time in Montenegro:

• Travel through ancient cities: Budva, Kotor, Herceg-Novi, Perast, Risan, Bar, Ulcinj
• Enjoy the smell of the Adriatic Sea in the nearest cafe with a cup of coffee or mulled wine
• Visit a sauna on a ship with a view of old Kotor
• Fishing in the sea, fishing here can cost from 30 euros
• Go to a ski resort in Kolasin or Žabljak – the prices there are quite democratic
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• Enjoy a road trip without traffic jams, the rent for a car in winter here is 2-3 times lower than in summer
• Enjoy a trip on a yacht in the mirror-like, incredibly beautiful Bay of Kotor
• Enjoy the sun, greenery and snow under your feet
• Order individual tours to Montenegro, Croatia, Albania or Bosnia.
• Use the services of the SPA, the Russian bath by the sea, and on Saturdays you can visit karaoke at the Avala Hotel
• Climb into the mountains and eat plenty of lamb or feast on seafood on the shores of the Adriatic Sea
• Taste local wine and, if desired, visit several interesting wineries
• Take participation in New Year’s holidays – Badni Dan Khreshchenya, New Year
• You can also go hiking, fishing, ride a bicycle or an electric scooter.
• There is an opportunity to explore several Orthodox monasteries, find your “place forces”
• Explore Austrian fortresses and colorful villages near Lake Skadar

In general, there is definitely something to do here in winter. But when planning a trip to Montenegro in winter, it is best to stay in 4- or 5-star hotels where you can stay warm.

Why? – you ask.

Because there is no central heating in the country, and in the north of the country in a mountainous climate, people install autonomous heating or heat their houses with firewood.

A few more useful life hacks.

• Before going on vacation to Montenegro, stock up on leaf tea (if you are a tea lover), because this drink is not popular with them and you can rarely find it in cafes. There is tea for sale in supermarkets, but it is in bags, and you can find loose leaf tea only in Budva at the Elite Tea tea shop.
• If you are going to taste the local wine in Montenegro, it is better to try red dry Vranac. Buy a few tangerines and honey, and in the evening you can make mulled wine yourself, which will warm you up, even if the weather outside the window is bad! 🍷
• Mulled wine may not be on the menu in restaurants and cafes, you can simply tell the waiter – I want mulled wine.

  What to take with you to Montenegro?

  Actually, even in winter Montenegro, you don’t need to take a lot of things. It is enough to take comfortable shoes, a demi-season jacket, a sweater – in general, clothes that will be comfortable. But if you want to go hiking in the mountains, think about quality shoes and a good jacket, because the weather in the mountains, like a real lady, is unpredictable. If you are going on vacation with children, it is better to take several pairs of shoes for the little ones, so that in case you do not have a headache about where to find a store with children’s shoes nearby. And remember that you can’t visit bars and monasteries in swimsuits and tracksuits – they simply won’t let you in.

  We order tours in TourCloud

  The TourCloud company gives you the opportunity to independently choose a place of rest that you like, as well as to include all the desired services in it yourself. At the same time, the cost of the package will be quite democratic. Our project allows not only to design a tour the way you want, but also to save a significant amount of money compared to the cost of the same tour ordered through a travel agency.

  Sincerely, TurCloud!