Rakitnica Canyon

River Rakitnica is one of the largest tributaries of the Neretva River. It formed 26 kilometers long, rugged and beautiful canyon that stretches between Bjelašnica and Visočica, southeast of Sarajevo. Rakitnica Canyon is one of the deepest canyons in Europe, and along the canyon there are numerous endemic species of flora and fauna.

Bears, wolves, wild boars, martens, wild goats all take refuge in the inaccessible canyon. Through entire length of the canyon, crystal clear mountain water can be drunk. Entrance to this “place of wilderness and untouched nature” is located 30 kilometers from the center of Sarajevo, and 20 kilometers from the airport. Entrance area of the Canyon offers attractive visits to the riverbed and to side of canyon that are characterized by spectacular views of the canyon and its tributaries, which flow into this river of crystal pure water in cascade waterfalls.