Not far from the resort of Herceg Novi is the most famous beach in Montenegro – Zhanitsa . This is a relatively small stretch of the Adriatic coast, known for its history, infrastructure and special climatic conditions. Before traveling to Zhanitsa beach, it is recommended to find out about its location, characteristics and list of services.
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General description of the beach area
It is located in a small bay, next to the village of the same name. The total length of the beach area is 300 m, but 70% of the coastline is suitable for swimming. The beach of Zanjica is covered with pebbles, which makes it inconvenient for sunbathing on a towel. Tourists and independent travelers rent sun loungers and umbrellas. It was awarded the “Blue Flag”, the reason is clean water and territory.
About the beach near the village of Zhanitsa :
- located 6 km from the city of Herceg Novi, you can get there by car, bus or sail on a boat;
- the width of the beach line is relatively small – 50-60 m;
- the bay protects from strong winds and bad weather;
- the water is colder than in other resorts in Montenegro, the reason is a lot of underground sources;
- the old name of the beach is Presidential, where Joseph Broz Tito, the former president of Yugoslavia, rested;
- nearby is another famous beach area – Mirishta .
Zhanitsa beach , the distance from the village to the place of rest is 500-600 meters. However, there is one drawback – you need to go down the mountain. Also, while swimming , you need to watch the bottom, sea urchins are found here. The descent is relatively gentle, which is convenient for a relaxing holiday with children.
Location how to get there
A small resort is located on the other side of the Bay of Kotor. You can get to Zhanitsa beach by boat, pleasure boat or by car. There is no regular bus service. It is possible to visit as part of an excursion program. This may be a stop when ordering a boat trip. Details need to be clarified when analyzing the excursion program.
How to get to Zhanitsa beach from the big resorts of Montenegro:
- Herceg Novi. Boats depart from the central pier of the city from 9 to 13:00. You can return from 17:00 to 20:00.
- Budva . Boats depart from 8:00 to 12:00. However, you need to warn the captain to pick up in the evening. Usually boats enter the bay from 17:00 to 20:00.
- By car. From Budva you need to go along the Jadranski Put highway, then turn towards Przno .
The taxi ride will be expensive. You can try to get to Zhanitsa beach by bus, but for this you need to make several transfers. The alternative is to rent a car. The cost of car rental in Montenegro is from 20 Euro for 1 day. The roads are mountainous, winding, you need to be very careful.
About the infrastructure of the beach
Despite the relatively small area, there are all the necessary facilities for a beach holiday. The coastline is wide, there are several rows of sun loungers and umbrellas. There are signs in English. Entrance to Zhanitsa beach is free, but for some services you need to pay separately. It is recommended to take small denomination banknotes with you.
About services on the beach Zhanitsa , description of the infrastructure:
- Rent of umbrellas and sun loungers. Offers 2 sunbeds and an umbrella. The cost of renting a day is 10 Euro.
- Changing rooms can be used free of charge.
- Shower cubicles are automatic. To activate you need to throw in 0.5 Euro.
- Nutrition. There are cafes and restaurants on the territory. But prices are higher than in other resorts in Montenegro.
Food and drinks can be bought in the village of Zhanitsa . There is a small grocery store there. On the beach, the cost of food is much higher. For tourists, there is an alternative to renting a sun lounger – relaxing on a beach towel. But keep in mind that the pebble coating will be inconvenient.
Attractions nearby
In addition to a relaxing beach holiday, you can plan visits to local attractions. This is done on their own or by purchasing a group, individual tour. For the latter option, study the program – route, meals, start and duration of the trip.
What attractions are located near the Zhanitsa beach in Montenegro:
- Blue cave. Located on the Lustica peninsula , it can only be reached by boat. The Blue Cave is the largest in this part of the country.
- Fortress of Mamula . This ancient fort is located on the island. Recently the object was reconstructed, it is better to visit it with a guide.
- Olive grove. Located next to the beach. Feature – a lot of olive trees. Here you can relax on comfortable benches after visiting the beach area.
- Sea walks. Excursions around the Bay of Kotor will help you learn more about the features of Montenegro.
The cost of excursions is from 10 Euro. According to the reviews of tourists, good photos of the beach, the Blue Cave, the panorama of the Bay of Kotor are obtained . In summer there is little rain, almost always sunny. Vacation photos can often be found in reviews.
Travel Tips
It is recommended to check the weather forecast before the trip. In this part of Montenegro, rains and clouds are rare, but strong winds are possible. It is best to plan a visit in the first half of the day, after lunch there are many tourists and vacationers on the beach. Take food and drinks with you, as the cost here is higher than in standard supermarkets in the country.
Tips for a good holiday on Zanjica beach :
- it is recommended to take special beach shoes, this will protect your feet from pebbles;
- in the afternoon, the recreation area is closed by rocks, it is difficult to sunbathe;
- to enter the water use the central part of the coastal strip.
plan a vacation in the village of Zhanitsa due to the proximity of the Presidential Beach. The infrastructure is not developed here, there is little entertainment for children and adults. But once a year, you can set aside a day for a relaxing holiday away from the noisy resorts of Montenegro.