Lonely Planet's Western Balkans is your passport to the most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch the beautiful people over coffee in Budva's cobbled Old Town lanes in Montenegro; and trek around Kosovo's Rugova Mountains - all with your trusted travel companion.

« Cramming in more history, culture and spectacular scenery than seems entirely reasonable for its size, the Western Balkans is one of Europe's most intriguing regions. »

Getting you to the heart of a place

Amazing experiences
Inspirational images, illustrations, city walks and the best of local knowledge.
Plan the perfect trip
Planning features and top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip.
Get off the beaten track
Our writers uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique. Special features
Region-wide itineraries
Language basics
Eat & drink like a local
History & culture essays

Zusammenfassung

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Lonely Planet's Western Balkans is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Catch the cable car up Mt Srd for breathtaking views of Dubrovnik, Croatia; watch the beautiful people over the rim of a coffee cup in Budva's cobbled Old Town lanes in Montenegro; and trek around the stunning landscapes of Kosovo's Rugova Mountains. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Western Balkans and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Western Balkans:

Full-colour maps and images throughout
Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, drink, sport, politics
Covers: Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia and more.
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Western Balkans is our most comprehensive guide to the Western Balkans, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.

Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Europe for an in-depth guide to the continent.

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