Žabljak to Šarban through Velika Previja: hiking in Montenegro
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Žabljak to Šarban through Velika Previja

Distance
12.0 km
Time
6 h 14 min
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

This passage reveals different sides of central Durmitor. From the Žabljak surroundings, the path heads through mountain meadows and bowls to Velika Previja, the saddle below Bobotov Kuk. Pause here to read the shape of the massif: the neighbouring summit rises separately while your path crosses the mountain boundary onto the southern side. Rocky slopes gradually give way to southern pastures and the exit at Šarban. Bobotov Kuk itself remains above the route and needs a separate decision and time allowance. Zeleni Vir’s shore is also away from this selected passage. The day centres on crossing the saddle and changing mountain bowls rather than a compulsory summit climb.

Route status

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Gravel 48% · Dirt 14% · Asphalt 10% · Unknown 27%

Surface data covers 8.69 km of 12.0 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Gravel 48% · 5.80 km
Dirt 14% · 1.67 km
Asphalt 10% · 1.22 km
Unknown 27% · 3.27 km

Before you go

Всё важное о маршруте

Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Velika Previja offers a passage below Durmitor’s principal summit onto the southern side of the massif. It suits walkers drawn to a continuous mountain journey between different valleys.
Length
12.0 km
Elevation gain
—
Surface
Gravel 48%
Žabljak to Šarban through Velika Previja: route photo 3 in Montenegro

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - No With a dog - No data By bike - No With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data This is a long mountain passage with an exposed saddle and a separate southern endpoint. Bobotov Kuk summit is excluded; the selected path does not suit children, bicycles or strollers. Signal and dog rules are unconfirmed.

Nearby

Bobotov Kuk is a separate summit above the saddle, and Zeleni Vir requires an additional lake deviation. Recalculate effort and collection time if adding them. The Black Lake walk near Žabljak also lies outside this passage.

Getting there

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Without a car
The tourist organisation lists intercity buses to Žabljak. Check departures and the approach from the bus station separately. Scheduled transport at Šarban is unconfirmed; arrange the return transfer beforehand.
By car
Current vehicle drop-off at the exact start and collection in Šarban are unconfirmed. Agree an accessible road location with a local operator and allow for any remaining walk. Vehicle collection is unavailable at the saddle.
Parking
At present, there is no confirmed parking information for this passage. Before setting out by car, arrange its storage and recovery from the other end.

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What to expect

Places
Velika Previja the saddle below Bobotov Kuk leading onto southern Durmitor.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainДанные по набору высоты уточняются.
SurfaceGravel 48%, Dirt 14%, Asphalt 10%, Unknown 27%.
Риски The exposed saddle and rocky slopes need secure footing and visibility. On wet scree, consider walkers below you. Do not follow the summit branch without a separate conditions assessment. Completion of current national-path maintenance is unconfirmed.

How much time to allow

Оцените свой темп
Time for the route 6–8 h
With stops | 8–10 h Allow 1 day of walking for the selected passage to Šarban through Velika Previja, excluding Bobotov Kuk summit and a deviation to Zeleni Vir’s shore. Agree collection at the southern endpoint beforehand. A walking return to Žabljak requires its own plan and additional time.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose settled snow-free weather with daylight reserve. Fog hides exits from the mountain bowls, while thunderstorms are a reason to avoid the exposed saddle. Snow changes the experience and equipment required.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Grippy mountain boots and familiar poles if preferred.
Waterproofs, wind protection, a warm layer and a headlamp.
Water, food, detailed mapping of the southern exit and confirmed contact with your transfer operator.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

The tourist organisation lists intercity buses to Žabljak. Check departures and the approach from the bus station separately. Scheduled transport at Šarban is unconfirmed; arrange the return transfer beforehand

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 12.0 km, hard.

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