Arslanagića Ćuprija

Arslanagića Ćuprija is a stone arch bridge crossing the Trebišnjica River with four arches of varying sizes built from tufa and travertine stone. The structure connects the districts of Gradina and Police across the water.

The bridge was built in 1574 by Mehmed-Pasha Sokolović as a memorial to his son who died fighting Venetian forces near Herceg Novi. It marks an important moment in the Ottoman history of the region.

The bridge takes its name from Arslan-Aga, a toll collector who lived here after Turkish families settled in Trebinje following their withdrawal from Herceg Novi in 1687. This name still recalls the practical role the crossing played in daily commerce.

The bridge is located about 1.2 kilometers from central Trebinje and is easily accessible on foot. The area around it is open to the public and offers good views of the river landscape and surrounding districts.

In 1966, engineers relocated the entire bridge upstream to save it from flooding caused by the Grančarevo Dam hydropower project. This remarkable engineering feat preserved the structure and added an unexpected chapter to its long life.

Location: Trebinje

Location: Republika Srpska

Inception: 1574

Architectural style: Ottoman architecture

Length: 80 m

GPS coordinates: 42.71469,18.35396

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43