Bjelašnica
Bjelašnica – Dinaric diamond and the roof of Sarajevo
Bjelašnica is a mountain in the central part of Bosnia and Herzegovina, located southwest of Sarajevo. Together with Jahorin and Igman, it belongs to the Dinaric mountain system, and with its 2,067 meters above sea level, it is the highest mountain in the immediate vicinity of the capital. At the very top there is a meteorological station - the highest permanently inhabited point in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Bjelašnica is characterized by strong winds, a pronounced mountain climate and extreme temperature differences: from 20 degrees in summer to winters that bring up to 3 meters of snow. These conditions make it one of the safest winter destinations in the region.
Olympic mountain
Bjelašnica has a special place in sports history thanks to the Winter Olympic Games in 1984, when men's alpine skiing competitions were held on its slopes. The infrastructure built at that time laid the foundations of a modern ski resort that still attracts professionals and recreationalists.
Skiing in Bjelašnica
The Babin Do ski resort is the largest and most famous ski resort in the vicinity of Sarajevo. Bjelašnica is known for its long, steeper and more technically demanding trails, which is why it is especially appreciated among experienced skiers and snowboarders. In addition to alpine skiing, Bjelašnica and neighboring Igman offer excellent conditions for Nordic skiing, sledding and night skiing, which makes this mountain suitable for all ages and experience levels.
Active mountain throughout the year
When the snow recedes, Bjelašnica becomes a green mountain oasis. In summer, it is extremely popular for hiking, mountain biking, paragliding, excursions and spending time in nature. Spacious pastures, clean mountain air and open vistas make it an ideal place to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Bjelašnica is not just a ski resort - it is a strong, authentic mountain experience that changes with the seasons, but always remains impressive.
photo: Wikipedia, CC, authors: Xe0us, Tarik Alimanović, Panassko, Milan Suvajac