List of lakes-waterfalls




Name At a glance Comments Province


Štrbački Buk ”The site is very beautiful, wild, lost in its natural state, but also tourist-minded.” Una-Sana canton


Martin Brod ”The site is nicknamed "the little Bosnian Plitvice", in reference to the more imposing one, which is only a few kilometers away on the other side of the border, in Croatia.” Una-Sana canton


Blihe waterfall ”A picnic area appreciated by the locals.” Una-Sana canton


Buško jezero ”Good for nature lovers who find themselves alone…Ultimate peace and quiet by camping along the banks of the Buško jezero.” canton 10


Mandek jezero ”Artificial lake, much smaller and remoter than Buško jezero, thus offering even more tranquility: only a few locals fish there, and the water is extremely pleasant to swim in.” canton 10


Blidinje jezero ”Climbing the hill with a cross right next to the lake will give you a glimpse on the NP.” canton 10

West Herzegovina canton

Herzegovina Neretva canton


Kukavičko jezero ”Small pearl in the middle of this end of the world, chosen by Bosnians to relax (swimming, fishing, barbecue).” canton 10


Župica jezero ”All the tranquility that fishermen and campers dream of…” canton 10


Šatorsko jezero ”Secluded place not to be missed!” canton 10


Kravice waterfalls ”During the week, the site is an oasis lost in an invasive vegetation; on days off, the site is certainly always the same in the same scenery, but with a few hundred locals who come to picnic with their families. Both offer photogenic sides, the arc of the falls remaining impressive at all times.” West Herzegovina canton


Koćuša waterfalls ”Worth the detour to refresh and relax there after taking a jump in the river (very cold).” West Herzegovina canton


Tribistovo jezero ”Restricted access: bathing and camping are forbidden, and fences prevent the approach of it with a vehicle.” West Herzegovina canton


Svitavsko jezero ”Home to birds during their migration period.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Trebišnjičko jezero ”Camping in the wild is possible here.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Mošćenica waterfall ”A well-marked path to reach the waterfall and bathe in one of its pools. The place is peaceful.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Jablaničko jezero ”The lake attracts many swimmers, fishermen and water sport enthusiasts.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Boračko jezero ”It is a picnic area for the locals, and small bungalows make it possible to stay there while enjoying the pleasures of pedal boats.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Blatačko jezero ”Set up your camp on the edge of the Rakitnica canyon, either on the banks of the Blatačko jezero, or near its chapel surrounded by stećci.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Čvrsnica jezero ”A cute small lake along the trail to Hajdučka Vrata.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Ramsko jezero ”Very few tourist infrastructures, here one comes for the tranquility of the site.” Herzegovina Neretva canton


Pliva waterfall ”The Pliva falls are a must for their impressive height (30 m) and their location in the heart of the city.” Central Bosnia canton


Plivsko jezero ”Nice trips by boat or on foot, along 19 small water mills dating from the Ottoman era and still in use. ” Central Bosnia canton


Kozice waterfall ”The place is enchanting whatever the weather: the crystal waters of the waterfall refresh you in case of full sun; a bewitching mist invades you in case of rainy weather.” Central Bosnia canton


Prokoško jezero ”In the evening, not a sound, just the wind blowing, and barely a few campers (if ever). The place is yours!” Central Bosnia canton


Skakavac waterfall ”According to locals, it is the highest waterfall in Europe: 98 meters.” Sarajevo canton


Kamenica "high" waterfall ”The river, with warmer waters than other rivers in the country, offers several places suitable for swimming.” Zenica-Doboj canton


Mašnica jezero ”To be quiet, here you will be quiet! The place is dedicated to fishing and enjoying a good barbecue. It is also the starting point for the hike to the Lukina caves.” Zenica-Doboj canton


Panonika jezero ”On a sunny Sunday, locals, who are quite far from the sea, indulge in the pleasures of a refreshing swim. The problem is that they are many of them to think about it.” Tuzla canton


Modračko jezero ”Home to many species of fish and popular with fishermen.” Tuzla canton


Sniježnica jezero ”Wild camping in peace and quiet. The lake is surrounded by cottages, a sign that the locals have come here looking for the same thing as you!.” Tuzla canton


Kozara waterfall ”Numerous waterfalls flow through the park in a relief of small and large cliffs.” Banja Luka region


Perućačko jezero ”The small beach of Oštrik, below the village of Osatica, welcomes only a few local holidaymakers on the Bosnian shore, which is devoid of any infrastructure.” Vlasenica region


Veliko jezero ”The trail is very well marked, first through a forest to a plateau from where the Great Lake (Veliko jezero) appears.” Foča region


Gvozno jezero ”From the top of Treskač, the scenery is simply breathtaking: 360° of mountain panoramas, of course, but of absolute beauty. In the distance, you can even see the Maglić mountain. Below, a breathtaking view on the Gvozno jezero and the whole plain.” Foča region


Crvanjsko jezero ”Here is a place off the beaten track par excellence: far from the main roads, lost at the end of a bad track, deprived of any infrastructure to accommodate holidaymakers. Welcome to those who are looking for peace and quiet in the middle of some wilderness.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Skakavac waterfall ”Several hikes lead to the foot of the waterfall, but an easier hike starts from Dragoš Sedlo to a viewpoint overlooking the waterfall and the forest in all its vastness.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Donje Bare ”Located at the foot of Mount Planinica (1722m), access to the lake is very well marked.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Gornje Bare ”The landscape from the lake is magical; many trails lead to the surrounding peaks.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Bijelo jezero ”This lake owes its name ”White Lake” to the white stones that decorate its bottom.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Crno jezero ”This lake owes its name ”Black lake” to the black humus that covers the very shallow bottom.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Orlovačko jezero ”This lake is located at 1500m altitude at the foot of the peaks of Ljeljena, Orlovac and Stoga. The locals who arrive here enjoy swimming.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Borilovačko jezero ”Also called Jugovo jezero, this is the only artificial lake in the park, which is home to trout every year.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Kotlaničko jezero ”One of the most isolated lakes, it is also one of the largest and deepest in the national park.” Foča region


Sutjeska NP: Štirinsko jezero ”It is the largest lake in the Zelengora massif. What also makes it special is the necropolis of stećci which seems to watch over its tranquility.” Foča region


Montenegro: Trnvačko jezero ”During the climb to Maglić, you have plunging views on the lake with its characteristic heart shape. Simply magnificent! The lake is located beyond the border with Montenegro.” Foča region


Jagodina jezero ”We are a stone's throw from the border with Montenegro, but it is above all a huge feeling of freedom that reigns here. Once again, the immensity of nature banishes all barriers.” Foča region


Klinje jezero ”An ideal place for a picnic and even a swim.” Foča region


Bilećko jezero ”Artificial lake crossed by the border with Montenegro.” Trebinje region


Nevesinjsko jezero ”View on the Nevesinjsko polje and the artificial lake near Nevesinje is offered from the top of Botin.” Trebinje region