Durmitor Mountain is the most famous mountain massif in Montenegro, and at the same time a UNESCO-protected National Park, extending across the municipalities of Šavnik, Žabljak, Plužine, Pljevlja, and Mojkovac. The Durmitor area was declared a National Park in 1952. The park encompasses the Durmitor massif along with the Tara, Draga, and Sušica canyons, as well as the upper part of the Komarnica canyon valley, covering an area of 34,590 hectares, of which 13% lies within the municipality of Šavnik.
Durmitor contains more than 48 peaks over 2,000 meters high, with the highest being Bobotov Kuk (2,523 m), from which a magnificent view extends over the entire massif, the Tara Canyon, and the surrounding mountains. The landscape of Durmitor has been shaped by glaciers and rivers, and is interspersed with deep valleys, gorges, and more than 18 glacial lakes, known as the “mountain eyes.” The flora and fauna of Durmitor are exceptionally rich. Over 1,300 plant species grow here, many of which are endemic. The park is home to deer, bears, wolves, foxes, and a large number of birds of prey, making Durmitor a true sanctuary for nature lovers and wildlife observers.
Durmitor is also one of the main centers of mountain tourism in Montenegro. During the summer, hikers, climbers, and cyclists explore its trails and peaks, while in winter, the area becomes the country’s most famous ski center.
Although Durmitor has become a recognized name in global tourism, it still retains a sense of untouched wilderness and freedom. Durmitor is much more than a mountain; it is a natural monument, a symbol of Montenegro, and a destination that offers everyone the opportunity to experience the magnificent power and strength of the mountain world.