TOP 10 MOUNTAIN CENTERS FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE 2022

From skiing to spas

If you want to escape from the city crowds, and enjoy the winter idyll with friends and loved ones, on one of the most beautiful mountains in our region, here are suggestions for the top 10 mountain destinations in the Balkans.

1. Stara planina and nature reserve Babin zub 

Rich mountain content and natural attractions adorn the Stara Planina, which is located on the border with Bulgaria. It is suitable for winter sports because the snow cover on Stara Planina lasts up to five months. Friendly hosts are always ready to welcome guests with the most delicious specialties from this area. The ethno ambience of hotels and restaurants is a good idea for the New Year’s Eve with good food and drink. If you decide to go to Stara Planina, you will have the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful areas of Stara Planina, Babin Zub Nature Reserve, which is located at an altitude of 1,758 meters above sea level.

2. Divcibare – a family oasis 

Divčibare is a perfect destination for lovers of untouched nature. They are a great place for the whole family to stay and offer interesting content for all generations. Long winter walks in the snow, exploration of rare plant species, winter sports, you can find everything in this ideal location for New Year’s holidays.

3. Zlatar – skiing and local gourmets

When it snows, the Zlatar mountain gets a special beauty. The endless coniferous forests are her greatest treasure. There are two ski slopes available, so you can try your hand at winter sports on New Year’s Eve . Near the ski slopes there are numerous tourist sites that offer the most beautiful local products – the famous cheese, buckwheat pie and cured meat products from local meat.

4. Kopaonik – a guide for all generations 

An indispensable mountain for all ski lovers, but also a location for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve is certainly Kopanik. In winter, in addition to skiing, you can try a combination of parachuting and skiing, mulled wine in one of the mountain log cabins, and then head out for a crazy time in the attractive cafes of this mountain. For non-skiers, there are a number of hiking and mountaineering trails available. The youngest can have fun in the Adventure Park, which covers an area of ​​2000 meters or on the extraordinarily equipped children’s playground.

5. Goc – magic in a mountain villa  

The mountain that will delight you with its fairytale nature is Goč. Wintering on this mountain is becoming more and more popular for skiers, but also for those who just want to try their hand at this sport. During the holidays, you can rent one of the mountain villas that are ideal for New Year’s Eve with family and friends. On the slopes of Goč there are several local cuisine restaurants with excellent traditional dishes. The recommendation is the famous Gočka trout, which is prepared freshly taken from the water.

6. Jahorina – 20 kilometers of ski trails 

If you want to visit the most beautiful mountainous areas of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska, our recommendation is definitely Jahorina. Apart from delighting you with the amazing natural environment and ski slopes, the cordiality of the hosts of these parts is especially emphasized. A gastronomic paradise of homemade donuts, kajmak and prosciutto, with a glass of brandy in one of the Bosnian cafes will give you a real New Year’s pleasure. Take advantage of clean air, snow and indulge in the magic of the magical Jahorina and more than 20 kilometers of well-maintained and maintained ski slopes that cross the mountain.  

7. Zlatibor – New Year’s spectacle on King’s Square 

Zlatibor’s New Year’s Eve is full of attractive entertainment and music content with famous performers, who will perform on the stage of the renovated King’s Square, with a repertoire for all tastes. The fun continues until the early morning hours in cafes, clubs and restaurants where live music concerts are organized. After New Year’s Eve, you can extend your winter, relax in one of the attractive hotels and take advantage of the charms of this mountain.

8. Žabljak – winter idyll on Durmitor 

In the northwest of Montenegro, in the center of the Durmitor National Park is the town of Zabljak. Ski center “Savin Kuk” has two cable cars, three ski lifts, one of which is equipped with floodlights for night skiing, and there is also a children’s ski lift. Horse riding is an activity that will connect you with nature and the history of beautiful Zabljak. Attraction for tourists is also snowshoeing, a sport that used to be a daily routine for people from these parts because it made it easier for them to move through the snow. Mountain wooden houses are certainly an ideal idea for the New Year’s Eve, with of course kajmak, cicvara and lamb under the sac.

9. Tara – the beauty of wild nature 

Peace, quiet and the beauty of wildlife adorn the Tara National Park. An ideal mountain for a holiday with children who can go sledding at every step and enjoy the forest area covered with a white blanket. Not far from the Tara National Park is the famous railway – Sharganska osmica. You can enjoy the charms of the steam engine from the 20th century and admire the views offered by the Mokra Gora Nature Parks. Tara has a rich accommodation capacity, so in addition to a place in one of the hotels, you can book your place for New Year’s Eve in one of the apartments or log cabins.

10. Bansko – the cheapest European ski destination 

Bansko is a winter resort in southwestern Bulgaria, which will delight you with a wide range of good hotels that have spas with mineral, hot water. This mountain is one of the most popular ski resorts in the region, and it is also the cheapest European ski destination. You will also enjoy the city with stone houses and ethno restaurants. For an escape from the city for the New Year, Bansko is a great idea!