Žljeb mountain

Žljeb mountain sits on the border between Kosovo, Montenegro and Serbia with two distinctive peaks named Rusulija and Zhlebit. Dense forests cover the lower slopes while high-altitude meadows spread across the upper reaches around 2,382 meters.

The mountain is part of the Dinaric Alps, a mountain range extending through the Balkan Peninsula that has marked natural boundaries between territories. This geographical formation has shaped the region's territorial divisions throughout history.

Shepherds and foragers from Kosovo and Montenegro have used the mountain's varied landscapes for generations as part of their daily lives. This shared mountain sustains traditional practices that connect communities across borders.

Several marked hiking trails reach the summit, accessible from Kosovo and Montenegro through official border crossing points. Best conditions for hiking occur from late summer through autumn, when weather is more stable and snow does not block the higher elevations.

The White Drin river originates on the mountain and feeds into Rugova Canyon, one of the Balkans' most dramatic gorges. This water source connects the high peaks directly to the striking canyons far below.

Elevation above the sea: 2,382 m

GPS coordinates: 42.76720,20.25332

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:25