If you are staying in Žabljak, set an alarm for 5:15 am at least once. The walk from the village to Black Lake takes twenty minutes through pine forest. You will arrive before anyone else.
What you see
A perfectly still surface, Meded peak doubled in the reflection, and a low mist that lifts in the first half-hour of light. Loop the lake clockwise — three kilometres, mostly flat — and you'll be back in the village by breakfast.
Frequently asked
Questions guests ask before booking
How long does it take to walk around Black Lake?+
About 75 minutes at a slow pace. The trail is a flat 3.5 km loop, well signed, and suitable for anyone comfortable on a forest path.
