Lake Piva
Lake Piva was created in 1975 after the Piva River was blocked by the construction of the hydroelectric Mratinje Dam, flooding Piva Canyon.
The 180m deep lake is tremendously beautiful, but take the time to explore the nearby Piva Monastery – rebuilt brick-by-brick in 1982 after a further reservoir meant it had to be moved.
You can spend time fishing, swimming or cruising on the lake, while the you can hike in the surrounding forest.
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Mountains and Coastlines
Explore Montenegro's coast and mountains by bike
8 daysFrom €820| Bay of Kotor, Lake Skadar National Park, Lovćen National Park, Cetinje, Durmitor National Park, Lake Piva, Tara Canyon, Podgorica | |
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Mountains and Coastlines
Explore Montenegro's coast and mountains by bike
8 days €820 – €920 per person By 3e Travel| Destinations | Bay of Kotor, Lake Skadar National Park, Lovćen National Park, Cetinje, Durmitor National Park, Lake Piva, Tara Canyon, Podgorica |
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| Activity | Active, Walking, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
| Physical Level | Moderate |
 Season |
May - October |
With seventy peaks over two thousand meters, the southernmost fjord of the Mediterranean and Europe’s deepest canyon, everything can be found in Montenegro, a small area half the size of Wales. Ride on panoramic roads amidst mighty mountain peaks and follow the blue waters of the river Tara. Finally, after riding through stunning landscapes, arrive at the beautiful Bay of Kotor.
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| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour | |
| Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Camping, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, History, Culinary, Food, Wine, Solo Travel |
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| Beach, Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Horseback Riding, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine, Solo Travel |
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