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Courtyard of the Njegoš Mausoleum in Lovćen National Park, Montenegro

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Lovćen National Park Guide 2026: 3 Euro Entry, 461 Steps, and the Njegoš Mausoleum

Lovćen National Park is one of Montenegro’s defining mountain landscapes, sitting between the Kotor and Cetinje approaches.

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Lovćen National Park is one of Montenegro’s defining mountain landscapes, sitting between the Kotor and Cetinje approaches. The main target for many visitors is the Njegoš Mausoleum on Jezerski vrh, but the real plan needs the park ticket, parking, 461 steps, and weather in the same calculation.

The official tourism page and national-park price list are the most stable sources for the entry fee and basic visitor costs.

What to know first

  • Facts rechecked against official pages on 5 May 2026.
  • The national-park price list shows the Lovćen ticket at 3.00 euro per person per day.
  • The same list shows passenger-car parking at 1.00 euro per hour and motorcycle parking at 0.50 euro per hour.
  • The official tourism page describes the park as 6,220 ha, with elevation from 939 m to 1,749 m.
  • The highest peaks are listed as Štirovnik at 1,749 m and Jezerski vrh at 1,657 m.
  • Reaching the Njegoš Mausoleum requires climbing 461 steps.
Courtyard of the Njegoš Mausoleum in Lovćen National Park, Montenegro
Courtyard of the Njegoš Mausoleum in Lovćen National Park, Montenegro

*Image source: Wikimedia Commons / Ingo Mehling*

Tickets and opening hours

The Kotor approach is scenic but winding. The Cetinje approach pairs more naturally with cultural stops. Either way, do not budget only for the mausoleum; include parking, the stairs, and time at the viewpoint.

The entry ticket is listed as a one-day ticket including the visitor center and educational trails. Bicycle rental, guide services, camping, and parking are separate, so the total changes if you add activities.

Planning points that usually cause confusion

The 461 steps can feel harder than they look on a hot day. Bring water, sun protection, and shoes with grip, and remember that low cloud or strong wind can reduce the viewpoint payoff.

Mountain roads and weather are the variables. Before leaving, recheck official pages and local notices; in winter or bad weather, confirm access and conditions around the mausoleum separately.

What to recheck before you go

Prices, hours, and closure days can change without notice. The numbers here match the official pages on the check date, but the same official links should be checked again before the visit.

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