Sarajevo Surroundings If you want to hike to the farthest point from Sarajevo, then visit the Lukomir Village, known for its autochthonous lifestyle, organic food and traditional architecture, located at 1,469 meters above sea level, making it a village at the highest altitude in BiH.

Canyon of river Rakitnica

The Rakitnica River Canyon is one of the deepest canyons in Europe. It is a naturally created spatial space, a truly special space worth exploring.

Throughout the canyon there are endemic specimens of flora and fauna. River Rakitnica is one of the biggest tributaries of the Neretva River. It created a 26 km long, inaccessible and incredibly beautiful canyon stretching between the mountains of Bjelašnica and Visočica, southeast of Sarajevo.

Sarajevo Surroundings

Discover the natural and cultural surroundings of Sarajevo, where historic avenues, centuries-old trees, and peaceful landscapes create a perfect escape just beyond the city.

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