National Parks · Our pick
Orjen Nature Park
Mountains above the sea
The limestone mountain behind Herceg Novi, a nature park of forest and karst far above the coast.
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About Orjen Nature Park
Orjen Nature Park covers the mountain behind Herceg Novi, reaching to the borders with Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. A dense network of marked trails crosses its forests and karst plateaus, past caves, a snow pit, old shepherds’ dwellings and Austro-Hungarian cart roads that now suit mountain bikes. The classic walk climbs to Veliki kabao, at 1,894 metres the highest point of the coastal Dinarides, on what is said to be the oldest purpose-built hiking trail in Montenegro. Hire a local guide and set off early.
Our take
- Forest and karst walks
- Sea and mountain views
- Cooler in summer
- Address
- Herceg Novi, the Balkans
- Website
- hercegnovi.travel
- Our city guide
- On our Podgorica guide
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Orjen Nature Park before you go.
Last checked: October 2026 How we choose
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