Mojkovac and Berane are not glamorous. They lack the postcard drama of Durmitor or the luxury polish of Tivat. And yet, it is precisely their ordinariness—accessible, authentic, affordable—that makes them the structural backbone of Montenegro’s winter tourism.
While other destinations chase boutique travelers and elite skiers, Mojkovac and Berane thrive on something more resilient:
regional families, school groups, weekend travelers, and budget-conscious winter adventurers.
Mojkovac: The northern gateway town
Sitting on the Morača–Tara corridor, Mojkovac has geography on its side. Everyone driving to Kolašin, Žabljak, Plav or Serbia passes through it. Over the past decade, the town has quietly repositioned itself as a family-friendly winter base.
In winter, Mojkovac’s hotels and guesthouses fill with:
• families from Podgorica seeking snow,
• visitors from Serbia looking for lower prices than Kolašin,
• hikers and weekenders exploring the forests above town.
Its charm is subtle: old wooden houses, mountain air, simple local food, and a feeling of safe, small-town winter living.
Berane: The regional winter hub
Berane, larger and more urban, plays the role of the northern service center. It has sports halls, cafes open year-round, and a youthful energy from students and returning diaspora.
In winter, Berane becomes a hub for sports tourism—handball, judo, futsal, karate, basketball tournaments—feeding local hotels and restaurants even in the coldest months.
The importance of affordable winter destinations
Montenegro’s winter cannot rely solely on luxury resorts. It needs towns that absorb volume, provide mid-range pricing, and create stable off-season employment. Mojkovac and Berane are exactly that.
Their future lies in:
• family winter parks
• local ski hills
• farm-stay winter tourism
• sports infrastructure
• cross-border weekend circuits
They may not be glamourous, but they are indispensable.
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