Lake Skadar: The Balkans’ Largest Lake

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Not necessarily the most well-known place in Europe, Montenegro’s Lake Skadar is a rather spectacular destination and holds a top spot on our list of family-friendly places in Montenegro. Surrounded by karst mountains and rocky shores, this is the largest lake in the Balkans. Large wetland areas provide an important habitat for birds, while historic towns and local food attract tourists. Because of its amazing diversity, Lake Skadar belongs on any southern Europe travel itinerary. This is especially true if you love nature and the great outdoors.

Lake Skadar Geography

Named after the town of Shkoder in northern Albania, Lake Skadar straddles the Montengro-Albania border, located a quick drive from both Podgorica and Budva on the Adriatic Sea coast. Imaginative people might recognize in its shape the shape of a dolphin—the tail and about two-thirds of the dolphin’s body lie in