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Žabljak · Montenegro

Vražje Lake

An open glacial lake on the plateau southeast of Žabljak, surrounded by meadow and distant mountain views.

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Typical visit
1 hour 15 minutes
Setting
Outdoor
Region
Durmitor and Tara Canyon
Last checked
1 Aug 2026

Why visit

Choose Vražje Lake because it adds open-sky reflections, easy roadside access and nearby medieval tombstone landscapes to a Žabljak itinerary. It is most valuable when the day is arranged around nearby stops rather than treated as an isolated detour.

What you will see

  • Open-sky reflections.
  • Easy roadside access.
  • Nearby medieval tombstone landscapes.

History

The lake belongs to the Durmitor-Sinjajevina highland system and is closely linked to local pastoral landscapes.

Visitor tips

  1. 1

    Visit early or later in the day for cooler conditions, easier parking and a calmer atmosphere.

  2. 2

    Combine this stop with other places around Žabljak rather than adding unnecessary cross-country driving on the same day.

  3. 3

    Keep some cash available, protect valuables, and use only clearly authorised parking, guides, boats or activity providers.

Combine it with

More to see around Žabljak

All of Žabljak
Žabljak Mountain Town Žabljak · Montenegro Montenegro's principal high-mountain resort and the practical base for Durmitor walks, lakes, rafting and winter activities. Black Lake Žabljak · Montenegro Durmitor's most accessible glacial lake, ringed by forest and walking paths beneath high peaks. Savin Kuk Mountain Area Žabljak · Montenegro A major Durmitor recreation area used for hiking and seasonal lift or ski access, with wide highland views. Bobotov Kuk Trail Žabljak · Montenegro A serious high-mountain route to one of Durmitor's most celebrated summits, requiring suitable weather, fitness and navigation. Zminje Lake Žabljak · Montenegro A smaller forest-framed glacial lake reached by trail, offering a quieter counterpart to Black Lake. Barno Lake Žabljak · Montenegro A small shallow lake and meadow landscape close to Žabljak, attractive for easy walking and changing seasonal colour.

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