About
Igman is a mountain rising above Sarajevo, in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its slopes lie close enough to the city that a visit can easily be combined with time in the capital, while its higher ground feels far removed from the streets below.
What the mountain offers
- Hiking: Marked trails lead through pristine forest, suiting walkers who want quiet woodland and open views.
- Panoramas: Lookout points give broad views over the Sarajevo valley and the surrounding peaks.
- Winter sport: Skiing is available in the colder months, and the mountain is the place where the 1984 Winter Olympics held some of their events.
History on the slopes
Igman carries the memory of the 1990s siege of Sarajevo. Wartime tunnels and memorials on and around the mountain tell the story of the people who lived through that period. Visitors who take time to see them will find that the mountain is as much a place of remembrance as of recreation, and a visit can be quiet and reflective as well as active.
Whether Igman suits you depends on what you want from a day out. If you enjoy walking in forest, looking across a valley, or learning about the recent past alongside the landscape, it is well worth the trip from Sarajevo.
