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Explore Mt Lelija from Obalj via Drhtar and Javić peaks
Mountain tour
· Bosnia and Herzegovina
· Open
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Stirinsko lake from nearby Stecci necropolisPhoto: Via Dinarica BiH, Via Dinarica
Demanding hike with breathataking views over Lelija and Zelengora mountains.
Open
moderate
Distance 20.8 km
8:21 h
1,167 m
610 m
1,959 m
1,115 m
"Lelija is a mountain range within the Sutjeska National Park, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Geographically, it is part of the Dinaric Alps of southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, located south of Kalinovik, within the territory of the Republika Srpska. Geologically, the Lelija range is part of the Dinaric Alps and formed largely of secondary and tertiary sedimentary rock, mostly limestone and dolomite. Lelija is bordered by the Jezernica in the north, the Drina in the east, the Neretva in the west and Zelengora range in the south. Notable peaks are Velika Lelija (2032 m.), Todor (1949 m.), and Saikov Vrh (1562 m.)"
Source: Wikipedia
Author
Olja Latinovic
Update: September 10, 2019
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
Drhtar, 1,959 m
Lowest point
1,115 m
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Show elevation profileSafety information
The Lelija mountain was not part of the frontline during the 1992-'95 conflict and therefore have virtually no contamination with land mines and unexploded ordnance.Start
Obalj (1,115 m)
Coordinates:
DD
43.451605, 18.373693
DMS
43°27'05.8"N 18°22'25.3"E
UTM
34T 287504 4814317
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Destination
Štirinsko lake
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Unfortunately, there is no public transport for the destination and starting point.Getting there
Take a road to Kalinovik and follow drections to Obalj. We advise to turn on navigation if not familiar with the ares. From Kalinovik to Obalj it is possible to arrange a private transfer, if hiking in small group. For more information, pls contact local mountain club Lelija at novak.g959@teol.net.Parking
There is no official parking lot, but it is possible to leave your vehicle in Obalj.Coordinates
DD
43.451605, 18.373693
DMS
43°27'05.8"N 18°22'25.3"E
UTM
34T 287504 4814317
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Standard hiking/mountaineering equipment depending on the season and weather conditions. Hiking boots and poles are a must.Status
Open
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
20.8 km
Duration
8:21 h
Ascent
1,167 m
Descent
610 m
Highest point
1,959 m
Lowest point
1,115 m
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