How to get to Lukomir – car, foot or quad
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If you're planning to go to Lukomir on Bjelašnica, it's best to know one thing right away - it's not a place you get to by chance.
It's not a typical tourist destination where you just type in a location and follow the navigation.
The trip to Lukomir is part of the experience, but if you're not prepared, it can ruin your whole day.
Most people only realize in the last few kilometers that the road is not exactly what they expected.
By car - you can, but it's not for everyone
You can get to Lukomir by car, but the last few kilometers are on macadam road, which can be bad, especially on the route over Bjelašnica.
In dry weather, it is possible to pass with an ordinary car, but:
The road is narrow in places.
there are rocks and holes
if it rains, the situation quickly deteriorates
If you don't have experience with such roads or your car is low, there's a good chance you'll be annoyed before you get there.
People often start out relaxed and then the last 20 minutes turn into stress.
On foot - the most beautiful, but you need to know what you're getting into
The hiking routes towards Lukomir are really beautiful and are considered one of the most beautiful in Bjelašnica. The views of the Rakitnica canyon and the surrounding mountains are something worth seeing.
But you have to be realistic:
The walk takes several hours.
needs fitness
not really a "let's go for a walk" option
If you love the mountain and know what you're doing, this is a top choice. If you're going for the first time and you're not in shape, it can be harder than you expect.
Quad – the easiest way to get to Lukomir
For most people, a quad tour to Lukomir ultimately proves to be the smartest option.
The reason is simple - you see everything, you pass through the mountain, but without the part where you think about whether you will get stuck in the car or whether you will endure another hour of walking.
A quad tour on Bjelašnica usually lasts about 4 hours and includes:
driving through different parts of the mountain
arrival in Lukomir and break
several stops at viewpoints
It's not just "from point A to point B", but a complete experience that for most people remains the highlight of the trip.
What to choose?
If you are coming to Lukomir for the first time, most often people repent in only one situation - when they underestimate the road.
A car seems like the easiest option until you get to a bad part of the road. Hiking seems like a great idea until you realize how long it takes.
That's why most people end up saying it's better to take an organized option and relax.
Conclusion
Lukomir on Bjelašnica is one of the rare places that has remained exactly as it should be - a little remote, a little demanding and therefore special.
If you guess the way to get there, the entire trip will remain on the top of your list of things you did in Bosnia and Herzegovina. If not, you'll only remember the journey.
If you are planning to go to Lukomir
If you want a hassle-free option, there is also the option of an organized quad tour to Lukomir.
Without thinking about the route, without worrying about the road - just come, drive and enjoy the nature of Bjelašnica.
View the dates and book your quad tour
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