October in Montenegro brings a special kind of beauty – forests turn golden and crimson, mornings are misty and fragrant, and villages take on a fairy-tale glow. If you’re looking for places where you can feel tradition, taste homemade food and enjoy untouched nature, here’s a list of ten villages worth visiting this autumn.
1. Njeguši (Lovćen)
The birthplace of the Petrović dynasty and home of the famous prosciutto and cheese. In October, wrapped in fog and the scent of smoked meat, Njeguši looks like a true mountain kingdom.
Distance: Podgorica ~50 km, Tivat ~30 km, Dubrovnik ~90 km, Tirana ~180 km.
Try: Njeguši prosciutto and cheese, local honey and rakija.
2. Gornja Lastva (Tivat)
Hidden on the slopes of Vrmac, this stone village overlooking the Bay of Kotor is especially romantic in autumn, when olives and vineyards are ready for harvest.
Distance: Podgorica ~85 km, Tivat ~6 km, Dubrovnik ~65 km, Tirana ~175 km.
Try: Olive oil, figs and local wines from Boka.
3. Murino (Plav)
Surrounded by the Prokletije mountains, Murino in October offers postcard-like views – peaks dusted with the first snow and valleys bathed in warm autumn colors.
Distance: Podgorica ~125 km, Tivat ~200 km, Dubrovnik ~250 km, Tirana ~210 km.
Try: Kacamak (cornmeal dish), sour milk, and trout from Lake Plav.
4. Velja Gorana (Bar)
Known for its ancient olive trees and stone houses. In autumn, as the olives ripen, the village smells of oil and sea, while its streets look like a movie set.
Distance: Podgorica ~55 km, Tivat ~70 km, Dubrovnik ~145 km, Tirana ~160 km.
Try: Olive oil from Bar and bread baked under the sač (bell-shaped lid).
5. Gornja Briska (Ulcinj)
One of the oldest villages in the Ulcinj hinterland. Autumn here brings peace, warm colors, and the scents of traditional recipes with figs and pomegranates.
Distance: Podgorica ~95 km, Tivat ~100 km, Dubrovnik ~165 km, Tirana ~115 km.
Try: Figs, pomegranates, Ulcinj olives and local wine.
6. Lubnice (Berane)
Surrounded by the mountains of Bjelasica, Lubnice looks like a fairy tale in October – forests full of mushrooms, and hosts ready to welcome you with warm bread and cream cheese.
Distance: Podgorica ~110 km, Tivat ~190 km, Dubrovnik ~235 km, Tirana ~240 km.
Try: Homemade kajmak (clotted cream), cicvara (cornmeal dish), and mountain honey.
7. Mala Crna Gora (Durmitor)
A village perched on the edge of the Tara canyon, high in the Durmitor mountains. Autumn brings breathtaking views, perfect for photographers and hikers.
Distance: Podgorica ~140 km, Tivat ~160 km, Dubrovnik ~190 km, Tirana ~270 km.
Try: Lamb baked under the sač and homemade smoked meat.
8. Rijeka Crnojevića (Skadar Lake)
A picturesque place on the banks of Lake Skadar, with a stone bridge and houses reflected in the water. In autumn, it is wrapped in silence and colors reminiscent of impressionist paintings.
Distance: Podgorica ~25 km, Tivat ~95 km, Dubrovnik ~160 km, Tirana ~165 km.
Try: Trout from Lake Skadar, priganice (fried dough) and local wine.
9. Žlijebi (Herceg Novi)
A unique stone village above Herceg Novi, known for its houses and roofs made of stone slabs. In October, bathed in autumn sunshine, it looks as if carved straight out of a fairy tale.
Distance: Podgorica ~115 km, Tivat ~45 km, Dubrovnik ~45 km, Tirana ~225 km.
Try: Luštica prosciutto, cheese, and local olive oil.
10. Polja (Mojkovac)
A village located between the Tara river and the Bjelasica mountains, with views of peaks that take on a golden glow in autumn. Perfect for those seeking peace and an authentic touch of nature.
Distance: Podgorica ~90 km, Tivat ~170 km, Dubrovnik ~210 km, Tirana ~220 km.
Try: Trout from the Tara river, homemade cheese, and plum rakija.
Autumn is the perfect time to discover Montenegro’s villages. Whether you love hiking, photography, homemade food, or simply want a peaceful weekend in nature – October will gift you the most beautiful colors and fairy-tale landscapes.
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