A full-day guided hike on the roof of Bjelasica: a morning transfer from Kolašin to Eco Katun Vranjak, the summits of Troglava, Zekova Glava and Crna Glava (2,139 m), and a swim in the glacial Pešića Lake.
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Mount Bjelasica, in the heart of northern Montenegro, is one of the gentlest and greenest mountains in the country: high, rounded and grassy peaks, clear trails and wide summer pastures where shepherds still bring their flocks every season. This guided day hike takes you over the highest summits of the massif. A morning transfer drives you up from Kolašin to Eco Katun Vranjak (1,750 m), so you start high and spend the whole day on the ridge.
From Vranjak you climb Troglava (2,072 m) and Zekova Glava (2,117 m) and follow the Montenegrin Transversal (CT-1) along the open ridge to Crna Glava (2,139 m), the highest peak of Bjelasica, with views over Biogradska Gora National Park. A steep descent leads to the glacial Pešića Lake (1,838 m) for lunch and a swim, and an easy valley trail past the springs of the Biograd River brings you back to Vranjak, where our transfer takes you back to Kolašin.
Prefer a walk down to Biograd Lake? Try our Hike Bjelasica Ridge to Biograd Lake, or combine both hikes with a night in a katun on the 2-Day Mount Bjelasica Katun Trek.
Kolašin (start & finish) – or by agreement (Google Map)
08:00 – Kolašin railway station or your accommodation in Kolašin (daily, 1 May – 31 October)
The Bjelasica Hike Crna Glava & Pešića Lake is a guided day hike over the highest summits of Mount Bjelasica in northern Montenegro. A morning transfer takes you from Kolašin up to Eco Katun Vranjak (1,750 m); from there you walk a 12–14 km loop over Troglava and Zekova Glava along the open CT-1 ridge to Crna Glava (2,139 m), descend to the glacial Pešića Lake for lunch and a swim, and return to Vranjak on an easy valley trail. Guide, lunch box and both transfers are included. It is a rewarding day for active hikers with good basic fitness – no technical skills are needed.
Route facts (approx.): Distance 12–14 km (loop) · Ascent approx. +900 m · Descent approx. −900 m · Highest point 2,139 m (Crna Glava) · Walking time 5–6.5 h plus a long break at the lake · Difficulty: moderate (technically easy; the descent to the lake is steep)
Your guide meets you at 08:00 at Kolašin railway station or your accommodation in Kolašin. A transfer of about 1 hour takes you past the Kolašin 1600 ski area up to Eco Katun Vranjak (1,750 m), the last part on a mountain road. After a short coffee stop and a briefing, we set off on foot.
From the katun a steady but pleasant climb leads up the grassy ridge. You first reach the summit of Troglava, then follow the wide ridge path to Zekova Glava, recognisable by its antenna mast. From the viewpoint just below the summit you get your first view of Pešića Lake, deep in the glacial cirque below.
Instead of descending straight to the lake, you continue along the ridge on the CT-1 waymarks to the highest peak of Bjelasica. This is a spectacular stretch along the “roof” of the mountain, with open views in every direction. The final climb to the dome of Crna Glava is steep but short, and from the top you look over the whole virgin forest of Biogradska Gora and the Ursulovac lakes.
After the summit you return briefly to the saddle and take the trail that drops steeply into the valley, straight to the shore of Pešića Lake (1,838 m). Take care here: the ground is steeper, grassy and stony. By the water we take a long lunch break with your lunch box – and a swim, if you like.
The return does not go over the summits again. A lower valley trail skirts Zekova Glava and Troglava on their eastern side, past the springs of the Biograd River and the Olomerska katuns. It is almost flat and gentle – ideal for relaxing your legs at the end of a long day. Back at Eco Katun Vranjak there is time for a drink (own expense) before our transfer takes you back to Kolašin, usually around 17:00–18:00.
Meals: lunch box included (drinks not included).
Water on the trail: bring at least 2 litres per person; there is an excellent spring near Vranjak and the springs of the Biograd River below Zekova Glava.
Equipment: hiking boots with good grip, layered clothing and a windbreaker – the weather on the ridge is changeable – and sun protection for the open parts of the trail.
Moderate. You walk a 12–14 km loop in 5–6.5 hours with about 900 m of ascent and descent, on clear trails with no technical sections. The descent from the ridge to Pešića Lake is steep in places.
Yes. We drive you from Kolašin up to Eco Katun Vranjak in the morning and back to Kolašin after the hike.
Yes. The glacial lake is a popular lunch and swim stop in summer – the water is fresh, so bring swimwear and a small towel.
Yes, from 10 years, when accompanied by a parent or adult and used to long hikes with some climbing. Children pay a reduced price.
A lunch box is included, which we eat by Pešića Lake. Drinks and food at Eco Katun Vranjak are at your own expense.
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