Kotor is not easy to describe. You have to experience Kotor.

The old trading town, whose harbour has existed since the 3rd century, is located on the crystal-clear fjord between the mountain peaks and the bay. Large cruise ships often dock there in the high season. To explore the old town, which is so narrow that the buildings on both sides can be touched with outstretched arms, visitors head to the pretty town centre.

But Kotor is at its best in the evening, when the tourists have gone and the locals feel at home in the numerous plazas.

Montenegro offers the perfect opportunity to combine nature, adrenalin and sport.

There are many ways to get your pulse racing in the Tara Gorge, which is 1,300 metres deep at its deepest point. A rafting tour on the wild water or ziplining over the gorge, a free flight over the eponymous Tara River are just a few examples. In the summer months, however, rafting is not as impressive due to the lack of water.

You can watch the natural spectacle from a distance if you want to take it easy.
After a hike through the Durmitor National Park, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the huge gorge from Mount Curevac.

The journey to the monastery is worthwhile, even if the way up is not for people who might get sick in the car.

The sight of the huge monastery, built into the rocks, is pure madness even from a distance. The forecourt of Ostrog Monastery, which was founded in 1665, offers a magnificent view of the vast expanse of land, especially the Bjelopavlićko Plain.

However, as the monastery is still in use, visitors should be respectful and dress appropriately. The half-hour walk through the forest is best for those who want to experience the majesty of the place in depth. Many people even walk barefoot into the monastery to enjoy historical rituals.

It's a real Instagram hotspot for anyone who doesn't get dizzy.

The Njegoš mausoleum of the famous poet is located on Jezerski Vrh, the second highest peak in the 64 km2 Lovćen National Park. It is located on a plateau at an altitude of 1,655 metres.

Only a narrow path leads over the mountain ridge here, while the fantastic expanse of the national park opens up. And before that, it is important to climb many steps. The 1,749 metre high Štirovnik, which gives its name to the country of Montenegro, is the highest peak in the national park. If that's not enough exercise for you, you can go hiking.

Anyone who has ever read up a little about Montenegro is sure to have already seen this photo motif.

An island full of small houses squeezed onto the limited land mass, with a narrow entrance through the sea. The island of Sveti Stefan, not far from Budva, can easily be visited as part of a day trip from Kotor.

However, the island is not open to the general public. If you want to visit the alleyways and houses, you either have to be a guest in a hotel or book a tour that is not quite as cheap. If you are travelling there by bus, you should bear in mind that there is no bus station. So if you don't signal that you want to get off, you'll be in the next town in no time at all.

Lake Skadar is the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula and the largest lake in southern Europe

Lake Skadar, which lies on the border between Montenegro and Albania and is the largest lake in the Balkans, is certainly an insider tip among these bodies of water.

Its total area is 550 km². Almost 219 km² of this belongs to Montenegro.
Over 250 bird species live here. The best way to explore the area is by bike or canoe. One of the many boat operators on the shores also offers the option of booking a round trip. However, you will then only be able to experience half of the wildlife.

Montenegro is also perfect for a few relaxing days at the beach.

And those travelling to the historic town of Budva immediately get the full package. To enjoy life here, there is the fishing village atmosphere, fresh fish in the taverns, the breath of history in the small streets and numerous beaches.

Other popular beaches are Kamenovo Beach and Mogren Beach, which are only a few minutes away from Budva.

The island of Ada Bojana is ideal for a beach holiday as it is surrounded by water, more precisely by the river Bojana and the Adriatic Sea.

There is a nudist area on the almost three kilometre long beautiful sandy beach. The beach is particularly suitable for families with children as the water is very shallow.

The almost 5 square kilometre island also offers the opportunity to go cycling, horse riding or (kite) surfing. There are floating restaurants on the shores of the island where you can enjoy delicious seafood.

A trip to the beautiful fishing village of Ulcinj is for those who need a break from the beach.