Kotor

Montenegro

Kotor

Kotor is a fjord in the Med — a walled town under mountains, and a climb up to the best view in the Balkans.

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Kotor is a UNESCO walled town at the end of Europe's southernmost fjord — a maze of stone lanes under sheer mountains. Climb the 1,350 steps to the fortress for the view, take a boat on the bay, and use it as a base for Montenegro. Go early to beat the cruise crowds; May and September are best.

How long

2–3 days

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Currency

Euro (EUR). Cards accepted; cash for small places.

Language

Montenegrin. English in tourist areas.

Getting around

Walk and boat; buses around the bay.

Budget range

€60–120 per person per day at mid-range.

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