At an altitude of 980 meters in the central part of Maljen lies Divčibare, a mountain resort. Visitors can ski here in winter; outside the winter season, the natural surroundings are ideal for hiking. The changing seasons shift the focus, while the mountain landscape remains a common point of reference. When choosing when to travel, the first question is whether skiing or hiking should take center stage.

Skiing in Winter

Visitors can ski in Divčibare for about four months of the year. The Crni Vrh ski run is approximately 850 meters long. For your winter plans, distinguish between the approximate ski season of about four months and the approximately 850-meter-long Crni Vrh ski run. Those who want to focus on winter can use the season and the named run as two separate points of reference.

Meadows, Plants, and Animals

The landscape is characterized by lush meadows, and large areas of the slopes are covered with daffodils. Medicinal plants such as yarrow, deadly nightshade, thyme, wormwood, and lemon balm grow in the green pastures. Those interested not only in the views but also in the details of nature can look out for pasture plants and wildlife. Visitors may also spot deer, hares, squirrels, wild boars, and martens in the mountain landscape.

Hiking and Navigation

The hiking trails in Divčibare are marked; in general, they require little effort on the climbs. The starting point for hikes is at Kota 980 in the Divčibare Nature Center. One specific route, Divčibare Center–Velika Pleća, begins in the center and ends at Velika Pleća. For navigation, it is important to note that Kota 980 is the starting point for hikes, while Velika Pleća is the destination of the named route. Check trail conditions before setting out, as they may change.

Views and Local Lore

The Mali Golubac viewpoint is on the western slopes of Maljen. From there, you can enjoy wide views of Suvobor and Povlen, as well as the valleys descending toward the Kolubara River. At the Tree of Love viewpoint, local folklore adds to the view: the place is associated with a legend about the knight Andrijaš and a forest fairy. Visitors go to the Tree of Love to enjoy the view. The two viewpoints offer different highlights: Mali Golubac features specific landscape views, while the Tree of Love combines scenery with storytelling traditions.

Skakalo Nearby

Skakalo Waterfall is near Divčibare and offers a different natural attraction from the viewpoints in the resort. A stream plunges over a rocky slope into a gorge; the waterfall is about 30 meters high and can be reached via a forest path. Unlike the viewpoints, the focus here is on the gorge and its watercourse. Those choosing between panoramic views, local legend, and a waterfall will find three distinct natural and cultural features in these descriptions.

Discover more destinations: Nova Varoš, Rožanstvo, Kaludjerske Bare, Arilje, Sainovina, Užice, Perućac, Sjenica.

For the regional travel overview: Zlatibor District.