Above Fojnica · Nature · Mountains · Hidden gems
Prokoško Lake
Near: Fojnica Franciscan Monastery · Sarajevo
A glacial lake high on Mount Vranica above Fojnica, surrounded by shepherd huts. How to get there, the road and what to expect.
- Best time
- June to September. Snow closes the road in winter
- Region
- Above Fojnica
Prokoško Lake is a glacial lake high on Vranica mountain, above the town of Fojnica, at roughly 1,600 meters. Wooden shepherds' huts surround the water, some of them serving simple food and drinks, and the peaks of Vranica rise behind. The lake and surrounding area have been protected as a natural monument since 2005. It is home to a rare local subspecies of alpine newt.
Practical info
- Entry
- Small entry fee for the protected area
- Getting there
- About 21 km from Fojnica on a mostly gravel road. A higher car is best. About 1.5 to 2 hours from Sarajevo
- Pairs with
- Fojnica Franciscan Monastery
- Last checked
- October 2026. Prices and hours change, so confirm before you go.
FAQ
How do you get to Prokoško Lake?
By car from Fojnica on a 21 km road, most of it gravel.
Can you visit Prokoško Lake in winter?
Usually not by car, as snow closes the road.
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