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Adventure and vacation - the mountains of eastern Serbia - Rtanj and Stara planina (Old mountain)
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items I will dedicate this list to two mountains that deserve every respect and are admirable in every sense, and these are the most popular mountains of eastern Serbia - Rtanj and Stara planina (Old mountain). Here you will find suggestions for good food,...
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Rtanj - what to see, where to eat and sleep (interesting things)
Old mountain (Stara planina) what to see, where to eat and sleep (interesting things)
Rtanj - what to see, where to eat and sleep (interesting things)
A mystical mountain that attracts more and more nature lovers, mountaineers and adventurers of different ages every year, whether it's winter or summer. The legend of an extinct volcano, fireballs, as rare natural phenomena, pits, caves, steep peaks,...
One of the most popular and largest actions in Serbia, which is organized a few days after Christmas, is precisely the Christmas climb to Rtanj. Every year, it gathers a large number of mountaineers from Serbia and the region. We will not talk about ...
Christmas climb to Rtanj - Božićni uspon na Rtanj
Another of the beautiful climbs is definitely the night climb to Rtanj. Waiting for the sunrise on the highest peak of the mountain Rtanj, Šiljak is truly an experience in itself. The action is organized by friends from the mountain club "Šiljak" Bol...
Night climb to Rtanj - Noćni uspon na Rtanj
As I said a while ago, the highest peak of the Rtanj mountain is Šiljak peak. It is 1560 meters high and represents a natural phenomenon due to its almost perfect pyramidal shape. At sunset, the shadow of the mountain forms a magnificent pyramid, whi...
Interesting facts about Rtanj
The first host that comes to mind when I think of Rtanj is the villa "Lapusnja". Villa Lapusnja is an ideal base for an active holiday in nature. Next to the Lapusnja monastery, just a few kilometers from the villa, there is also the Lozica monastery...
Rtanj Adventure: Rtanj planina - avanture po vašoj meri
The accommodation units have a patio, a seating area and a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. They also feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The accommodation uni...
Rural tourist household „Rtanjska bajka“
Guests are offered three accommodation units, with five rooms and eight beds. In the main house of the property there is a large kitchen with all the necessary kitchen appliances and utensils for preparing your favorite dishes. There is also an open ...
Rural tourist household "Vilino"
The restaurant "Stara avlija" is located in the center of Boljevac, in Obilićeva Street. It is known for its quality food and traditional dishes of local cuisine, which are on their menu every day. Delicious, homely, recommendation for this restauran...
Ресторан „Стара авлија“ - restaurant "Old courtyard"
Excellent barbecue, homely atmosphere, excellent homemade brandy. If you are in this part of Serbia, do not miss to visit this restaurant. In the tavern, it is possible to organize hiking and cycling tours and accommodation.
KRCMA TIMOCKA BUNA, Boljevac - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number - Tripadvisor
Nestled in the heart of Ilino, Serbia, offers an authentic dive into Serbian national cuisine. This restaurant stands out for its commitment to traditional dishes, showcasing a menu brimming with regional specialties that celebrate the richness of Ba...
Zaboravi ako Možeš - Nacionalni restoran Dušanova Mehana | A Taste of Serbia Awaits
This year, on the winter ascent on the trail, they brewed brandy and wine, but what invigorated me and after which I felt that I could hike another 1000 kilometers was Rtanjski tea. A true blessing that grows on the slopes of Rtnja. Known for its ric...
Rtanjski čaj - Rtanj tea
Cross on Rtanj - it was placed on the foundations of the former chapel that Greta Minh built in the 1930s in honor of her deceased husband Julius, the owner of the mine, and which was demolished by the communists after the Second World War. Today's w...
Cross of Rtanj
Old mountain (Stara planina) what to see, where to eat and sleep (interesting things)
Old mountain has a special place in my heart. On the summit of Midzor I said a fateful "Yes", my ancestors on my mother's side are from a village at the foot of Stara Planina, the first climb with my son was on Midzor. The entire Stara Planina is a b...
Very popular among mountaineers is the night climb to Midzor or the night of the full moon, the popular Moon Fest attracts a large number of mountain lovers every year. Welcoming the morning at 2169 meters, the height of Midzor, is an unforgettable e...
MOON FEST Full moon rise - Night climb to Midzor
While the children were small and the corona pandemic was in full swing, the climb to Grandmother's tooth (Babin Zub) was ideal for escaping from everyday life and the news we were bombarded with. At the foot of Grandmother's tooth - Babin Zub, there...
Baba's Tooth, one of the peaks of Stara Planina
One of the beautiful viewpoints on Old mountain (and there are countless of them) is the Tumba viewpoint. It is not difficult to reach it, and we had experts for Old Mountain - Stara planina, Sneža and Nenad Lazić, who are already widely known as rea...
Vidikovac Tumba - Tumba viewpoint
The Kopren Waterfall springs at an incredible height of 1,820 meters above sea level, and the waterfall itself is 103 meters high. The climb, the river crossing, the junipers, the uphills, the slopes, the downhills, the junipers (and over a meter h...
Koprenski vodopad - Kopren Waterfall
The inhabitants of the village at the foot of the Old mountain are widely known for their hospitality and cordiality. I'm going to be biased here. My late grandmother is from the fairytale village of Ćuštica. As a child, I often stayed in the village...
Seosko domaćinstvo GABAR Accommodation Gabar
Another beautiful mountain village. Balta Berilovac offers many houses with food, accommodation and wonderful people who will meet your needs. One of the apartments that offers real pleasure is the Gora apartment. Wonderful hosts.
Gora Apartments - Najbolji Smeštaj na Staroj Planini!
In the village of Crni Vrh - ŠUM bar ŠUM. A place that combines youth, beauty, nature and energy. Real enjoyment for both the young and the elderly. Authentic spirit.
For both young and old Šum - Stara Planina Šum
Villa Babin zub is located in the village of Balta Berilovac and, in addition to accommodation, offers real delicacies of this region. The hostess cooks phenomenally, as I have seen many times. Gibanice, pies, proje, ajvar, dried meat, homemade strud...
Villa Babin Zub
Not to repeat myself, we saw various parts of Stara Planina thanks to the Lazić couple from Pirot. We enjoyed exploring various parts with them, and what left a lasting impression on me was the magical forest and strict nature reserve - Arbinje.
Arbinje Nature Reserve - Arbinje na Staroj planini
In the beautiful village of Topli do, a real battle was being fought to save the Toplodolska River. Namely, evil people wanted to put the river in a pipe and build a mini hydroelectric power plant, which would mean a catastrophe for all of us. Topli ...
The village of Topli Do - Selo Topli Do
Eco houses were built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries from natural materials (stone, wood, mud and straw) and as such were renovated to provide maximum comfort, and in a way that preserved their authenticity. Our complex is located on the b...
ETNO CENTAR TOPLI DO - Pilj House food and accommodation
I always look forward to going to Gostuša. It has a specific energy, it is picturesque and unusual. It is not known exactly when this village was founded, but it is assumed that this is one of the three oldest villages in the vicinity of Pirot. Its i...
The stone village of Gostuša