- Location: Durmitor National Park, Montenegro
- Elevation above sea level: 1416 m
- Maximum depth: 49 m
- Length: 1155 m
Montenegro is a picturesque country with fascinating landscapes. Huge areas are occupied by national parks, the entrance to which is accessible to tourists. One of the most popular reserves of the country is Durmitor . Its main attraction is the Cryno-Ezero - it is the goal of many travelers.
general information
Crno Jezero - the most famous mountain lake in Montenegro, located at an altitude of 1416 m above sea level near the town of Zabljak . The black lake in Durmitor consists of two lakes connected by a narrow canal. In the summer it dries up, and the lake is 2 independent ponds. The area of the larger lake is about 0.6 square kilometers. km, and its maximum depth is 25 m. The parameters of the small lake are slightly more modest - about 0.2 square meters. km, but the depth is twice that of the first and is 49 m.
A lot of questions arise in connection with the name of the lake. But we hasten to please you - the name of the reservoir has nothing to do with the purity of its waters. Cryno-Ezero in Montenegro was named because of reflected coniferous forests. They grow so tightly that the water surface seems black. And the water here, on the contrary, is crystal clear. In windless weather, visibility reaches 9-10 m.
Rest on the lake
Not only locals, but also many tourists happily spend time on the Black Sea shore in Montenegro. And although the air temperature here rarely rises above + 20 ° C, and the water is cooler at least 4 ° C, some brave souls do not stop it, and they bathe in its waters. The rest sunbathe, ride a boat or walk in the neighborhood. By the way, it's almost impossible to get lost in the park: signposts are everywhere, and trails have been thoroughly protested for many years. For the convenience of the guests, there are benches and gazebos by the shore, and a restaurant offering national Montenegrin dishes is located nearby.
Another popular entertainment on the Tsk-Ezero is fishing. This service is paid, and it is better to negotiate details with the caretaker in advance.
Neighborhoods of the Black Lake
Cryno-Ezero, as it was written above, is located in the territory of Durmitor National Park. There are many hiking and cycling paths. In addition to the Black Lake, there are many other water bodies (streams, waterfalls, lakes) on the territory of the reserve, although they are much smaller.
Fans of outdoor activities are invited to make a trek to the top of Mount Bobotov-Kuk . The height of its summit is 2523 m, and the slopes are considered steep enough, so it is better to climb with experienced instructors.
How to get there?
You can get to the Black Lake in Montenegro either as a part of excursion groups or on your own:
- by bus. Flights from Budva and Kotor 2 times a day;
- on a rented car on the coordinates of 43.146573, 19.093229.
Good to know
Since Tsrno-Ezero is located on the territory of the reserve, it will be necessary to pay for his visit. The admission fee is € 3 per adult, children under 7 years old can be admitted free of charge. Information for motorists: the cost of parking is € 2.
If you decide to enjoy the sunset on the Black Lake of Montenegro, we advise you to take warm things with you. By the way, they will not be superfluous in the daytime, if you are used to higher summer temperatures.