May 1, 2018 - Montenegro has beautiful landscapes, adventures and unique moments to offer. Huge mountains that span all the way from the North to the very South of the country and the astonishing seaside and Montenegrin beaches puts the country in almost the perfect geographical position. Skiing is available during winter, and in some cases even during the summer, and it is at best only an hour away from the capital town. To make things even better, the seaside is an hour ride away from the capital as well! The infrastructure of Montenegro is fairly organized, meaning that every town is reachable through the main and side roads, while one has access to the villages as well - but the roads are often narrow, dirty or hard to pass.
In this article, the author aims to present the major roads that will leave passengers in awe. With beautiful panoramas, breathtaking landscapes and pure nature, this is the list of the top five roads in Montenegro.
1. Pluzine to Zabljak via P14
This road is located between two Montenegrin municipalities – Zabljak and Pluzine. It is located in the North, and it offers the view of Piva Canyon and its beautiful deep blue waters. Passengers have the opportunity to pass through Durmitor National Park as well which is home to more than 40 lakes, of which some can be seen just by passing by. The adventure of traveling along this road can be done in a couple of hours, but it is recommended to make stops to take pictures and admire the landscape. Also, it is recommended to travel here during the summer, because snow covers this road during the winter, which makes it hard for driving.
2. Lovcen mountain to Kotor via P1
This route connects one of the most historic mountains in Montenegro, Lovcen, and the beautiful, seaside town, Kotor. This road has many turns, so driving slowly is a must, but at the same time, this road features spectacular views with each turn. Passengers that choose this route for traveling will be able to go through Njegusi, an old village in Montenegro where the Petrovic family, the former rulers of Old Montenegro, was born. Also, this road was featured on the show Top Gear and other high-end automobile commercials.
3. Plav to Grebaje village via P9, GU02
Although this road is unknown even for locals, it provides an entirely different view than expected. Alongside this road, travelers can see only pure and untouched nature, such as the Plav Lake and Ljuca River. The route from Plave to Grebaje village goes through the old town of Gusinje, but the main attraction of this road is the entrance to Grebaje village. You will travel through Prokletije mountain canyon which features sky-high boulders and rock walls. Also, a must-do on this road is to make a stop by the Ali Pasina springs. These springs provide refreshment when traveling and supplies fresh ice-cold drinkable water.
4. Crnojevica River to Virpazar via P16
Even though this road is 60 kilometers, it features much more than its size. During the trip, travelers will drive alongside Crnojevica River which will eventually lead them to Pavlova Strana. This is a great sightseeing spot and provides views of Skadar Lake, the famous Crnojevica River bend and many fields of grapes and vines. Also, travelers will pass through old villages and towns, family wineries and an old chestnut forest.
5. Kotor Bay Road via E80, E65, Jadranska Magistrala
The views all around the Bay of Kotor are breathtaking already, so traveling through this area is undoubtedly a unique and remarkable experience. The mountains that disappear in the water, endless views of the sea and sky, animals and nature are only some of what one can witness here. However, the most notable locations that you do not want to miss are the Old Town of Kotor, Perast with its two island churches and Risan town.
Source: Drive Montenegro – The 15 Most Scenic Roads for Route Planning
