Republika Srpska

SRPSKA OFFERS NUMEROUS TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

Republika Srpska - Tourism Organization

SOURCE: Srna

06/17/2025

12:55

SRPSKA OFFERS NUMEROUS TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

BANJA LUKA, JUNE 17 /SRNA/ - Republika Srpska offers numerous attractions, both well-known and those waiting to be discovered - rich cultural heritage sites, adrenaline-filled zones for adventurers, as well as gastronomic delights for gourmets, the Republika Srpska Tourism Organization said.

In recent years, Republika Srpska has established itself on the regional and international tourism map as one of the leading destinations for lovers of active vacations.

"A variety of adrenaline-filled activities are on offer at destinations whose landscapes and uniqueness take your breath away. Hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, rafting, paragliding, and free climbing in the most beautiful natural locations will quicken your heartbeat and make your body feel completely free.

Nature has shaped this area into a perfect adventure destination, and it's up to you to take full advantage of it and give your mind and body the most exciting experience," Sanela Šimun, Public Relations Associate at the Tourism Organization, told SRNA.

MAGICAL NATURAL OASES OF KOZARA, ZELENGORA, VOLUJAK AND MAGLIĆ

She pointed out that hiking and walking enthusiasts have the opportunity to enjoy marked trails in these natural oases — the Kozara National Park and the mountain massifs of Zelengora, Volujak, and Maglić, which are part of Sutjeska National Park, one of the most beautiful in Europe.

"Here you will experience the true nature and beauty of the Zelengora lakes, explore the trails of the highest peak in BiH — Mount Maglić, and feel the magic of Perućica, the oldest preserved primeval forest. Equally attractive are the hiking trails around Banja Luka and Šipovo, as well as those on Jahorina, which is known not only for skiing but also for hiking paths of various lengths and difficulties," Šimun said.

MOUNTAIN BIKING ON PECKA AND VIA FERRATA ON ROMANIJA

She emphasized that adventure lovers on two wheels can look forward to exciting cycling trails throughout Republika Srpska.

"You will experience a true cycling challenge at the Vrbas Adventure Resort near Banja Luka, on Kozara Mountain, as well as on trails around Trebinje that follow Austro-Hungarian roads and the old towns of Strača, Golo Brdo, and Petrina. Another popular destination for mountain biking is Pecka, near Mrkonjić Grad," Šimun said.

Adventure in the skies above Republika Srpska can be experienced at Gljiva near Trebinje, Manjača, Krmine, and Ozren Mountain — all excellent locations for paragliding.

She noted that Republika Srpska offers adventure in many forms, including free climbing, thanks to its exceptional nature, fascinating rock formations, and stunning landscapes, all providing a truly unique experience.

Highly popular destinations for lovers of this adrenaline experience, Šimun says, are the Kozara National Park and the Red Rocks on Romanija, where a special attraction is the via ferrata — a secured climbing route equipped with cables and metal treads that allow crossing otherwise inaccessible mountain sections.

For water adventure enthusiasts, the Tara and Vrbas rivers are the top choice for those seeking adrenaline while rafting through a unique natural environment.

VRUĆICA SPA - ONE OF THE LEADING CENTERS IN THE REGION

According to her, besides adrenaline activities, spa centers in Republika Srpska are also very interesting and popular, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists, primarily due to the health services and treatments they offer.

The abundant sources of mineral, thermal, and thermo-mineral waters, characteristic of this region, are ideal for treating various cardiovascular, rheumatic, and skin conditions.

When it comes to spa tourism, Šimun said that the Health and Tourism Center Banja Vrućica /Vrućica Spa/ leads the offer, and today it is one of the leading health, wellness, and congress centers in the region.

She also emphasized not to forget other spa centers in Republika Srpska, including Kulaši, Laktaši, Vilina Vlas and Slatina.

RELIGIOUS TOURISM AND OFFERINGS - SRPSKA'S TRUMP CARD

Šimun emphasized that religious tourism is always attractive in Republika Srpska, with a special focus on Herzegovina, specifically Trebinje and its surroundings, where the holy sites of Tvrdoš, Dobrićevo, Duži, the Petropavlov Monastery, and the Herzegovina Gračanica are located. There is also the village of Mrkonjići, the birthplace of Saint Vasilije of Ostrog.

"In the western part of Republika Srpska, we recommend visiting the monasteries of Moštanica, Liplje, and Stuplje," she said.

Šimun emphasized that the eco-ethno offer is a significant asset of Republika Srpska, with the most attractive destinations of this type being the Ethno Village Stanišići near Bijeljina and the increasingly popular area of Šipovo and its surroundings, which, thanks to numerous rural households and their hospitable hosts, as well as the offerings available here, is becoming a more interesting location on Republika Srpska's tourism map.

"We should not forget our urban centers and city-break destinations, primarily Banja Luka, Višegrad with Andrićgrad, and of course Trebinje, the southernmost city of Srpska and an indispensable destination for many tourists from around the world," Šimun pointed out.