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Pavlova Strana viewpoint

Viewpoint·Rijeka Crnojevića

The horseshoe bend

About Pavlova Strana viewpoint

Pavlova Strana is the roadside viewpoint above the great horseshoe bend of the Rijeka Crnojevića, as it winds towards the lake: one of Montenegro’s classic views.

Why it's on our list

  • A perfect river meander
  • On the road from Cetinje
  • Best in the morning light

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Pavlova Strana viewpoint before you go.

What’s nearby

Distances from Pavlova Strana viewpoint are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.

Key sights

  1. Petrović Palace18 kmCar or taxi 56 min
  2. Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ18 kmCar or taxi 56 min
  3. Millennium Bridge18 kmCar or taxi 57 min
  4. Ribnica Bridge & fortress18 kmCar or taxi 58 min
  5. Clock Tower18 kmCar or taxi 58 min
  6. Stara Varoš18 kmCar or taxi 58 min
  7. Njegoš Park19 kmCar or taxi 59 min
  8. Independence Square19 kmCar or taxi 59 min
  9. Gorica Hill19 kmCar or taxi 61 min

Getting around

  1. Podgorica Airport16 kmCar or taxi 50 min
  2. Podgorica bus station19 kmCar or taxi 60 min
  3. Podgorica railway station19 kmCar or taxi 60 min

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