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Cincar

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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Cincar is a prominent mountain range in western Bosnia and Herzegovina, situated northeast of the city of Livno. Its eponymous peak, Cincar, reaches an elevation of 2,006 meters, making it the highest summit in this region of the Dinarides. The landscape is characterized by expansive karst plateaus and high-altitude pastures, with the Krug plateau at its base being particularly famous. A unique feature of Cincar is its population of wild horses, with over 500 animals roaming freely across the plateau for decades. The climate is harsh and alpine, frequently affected by the strong Bura wind, which results in sparse vegetation on exposed slopes. For hikers, Cincar provides challenging routes and spectacular panoramic views that can extend all the way to the Adriatic Sea on clear days. During the winter months, the mountain is heavily covered in snow, making it a prime destination for backcountry skiing and winter trekking.

Location: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Nearby: Livno (11 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	-2	-1	2	7	11	15	18	19	13	9	4	0
Rain mm	94	89	78	75	72	64	38	54	92	94	128	115

📋 Practical info

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Getting there

Reaching the primary starting zones generally involves navigating outwards from nearby larger towns onto progressively deteriorating macadam mining or forestry roads. A robust off-road vehicle significantly shortens the arduous walking distance to the main ridges.

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Best season

Mid-summer to very early autumn is considered the most secure window for attempting the major summits when the snow has fully retreated. During the long winter months, these harsh elevations are battered by extreme cold and relentless, powerful alpine winds.

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Terrain & paths

The environment shifts dramatically from expansive grassy lower plains heavily grazed by livestock to aggressively steep, rocky upper cones. Navigating the final ascents demands surefootedness on loose scree slopes that offer very little natural traction.

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What to bring

Protective, stiff-soled mountain boots and collapsible trekking poles are vital for safely managing the unstable rocky approaches. The almost total absence of natural water sources at higher altitudes necessitates carrying immense personal water reserves.

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Parking

Drivers invariably abandon their vehicles at the exact point where the rough approach tracks become completely impassable for ordinary suspension systems. This informal parking must be done carefully to allow large local farming machinery to easily squeeze past.

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Safety

The renowned population of free-roaming wild horses is visually magnificent but remains completely untamed; never attempt to pet or closely corner them. Disorienting mists can suddenly descend, making the featureless upper karst exceedingly difficult to navigate.

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Time needed

Securing the main summit block and returning safely to the lower plains is undoubtedly an exhaustive all-day physical undertaking. Only well-prepared mountaineers who start their lengthy trek at the crack of dawn will complete the strenuous round trip comfortably.