Near Sarajevo · Mountains · Yugoslav history
Igman
Near: Bjelašnica · Sarajevo
The forested mountain above Sarajevo, home to the abandoned 1984 Olympic ski jumps. Hiking, skiing and history.
- Time needed
- Half a day, or combine with Bjelašnica
- Region
- Near Sarajevo
Igman is the forested mountain directly above Sarajevo's southwestern suburbs, next to Bjelašnica. It hosted the ski jumping and Nordic events at the 1984 Winter Olympics, and the two big ski jumps at Malo Polje still stand. They are abandoned now and one of the most photographed Olympic ruins in the city. Igman also has small ski runs, forest walks and mountain restaurants, and its road was a vital lifeline into the city during the siege.
Practical info
- Entry
- Free. Ski passes separate
- Getting there
- About 30 to 40 minutes by car from Sarajevo
- Safety
- Stay on marked paths and roads, as some remote areas still have landmine risk
FAQ
Can you visit the Olympic ski jumps on Igman?
Yes. They are abandoned but open to look at from the area around them.
How far is Igman from Sarajevo?
About 30 to 40 minutes by car.