Welcome to
Golubac
Tourist organization Golubac cordially invites you to explore the rich cultural heritage, untouched nature and authentic hospitality of our small town. With the imposing Golubac Fortress as a symbol of history, an unforgettable experience of the fusion of the past and the present awaits you. Get ready to explore beautiful landscapes, enjoy local specialties and experience the priceless warmth of this little paradise on the banks of the Danube. Welcome to Golubac, where every moment becomes an unforgettable part of your adventure!
The Serbian sea
Golubac on the Danube
Golubac
Peace, unpolluted air, paths for long walks and bike rides, a journey into the past, enjoying the shores of the "Serbian Sea", a place where history and legends intertwine, await you.
Golubac
Peace, unpolluted air, paths for long walks and bike rides, a journey into the past, enjoying the shores of the "Serbian Sea", a place where history and legends intertwine, await you.
Get to know Golubac
On foot, on wheels or sail down the Danube
Get to know Golubac on foot
Walking paths and viewpoints
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Everyday life accumulates stress in the body, and the simplest and healthiest way to relieve stress is to take a walk. Faster or slower, it’s up to you to decide. In the municipality of Golubac, due to its distinct relief and clean air, there are exceptional conditions for hiking as a form of recreation.
Golubac on wheels
Cycling paths
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Following the bank of the Danube, a part of the international bicycle path EuroVelo 6 passes through the municipality of Golubac. From the village of Vinci to Golubac, there is an 8790 m long organized bicycle path that coincides with the EuroVelo 6 route. It starts from the marina in the village of Vinci, continues along the banks of the Danube to the border crossing “Golubac” in Usije, where cyclists, as well as everyone else, can cross the Danube to Romania by ferry, and then continues along the Danube all the way to Golubac.
Danube adventure
Sail the Danube
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If you don’t sail on the Danube, it’s as if you haven’t been to Golubac. Here, where the Danube is the widest in its entire course, you will have the feeling that you are on the sea. Sailing on the Danube, you will see this romantic Danube town from a different angle, the medieval Golubac fortress will reveal some of its mysterious secrets to you, and the wild beauty of the Đerdap gorge will be at your fingertips. So, set sail on an adventure you’ll remember for a long time.
+5 new experiences
in Golubac
Cycling part of the EuroVelo 6 cycle path
A ride in a tourist boat along the widest part of the Danube
Driving in a tourist train along the most beautiful "railway" on the banks of the Danube
Hiking along beautiful footpaths with magnificent viewpoints
Sports activities for a healthy spirit. Tennis, basketball, handball...
Golubac
Accommodation
Make yourself comfortable
We present to you vacation spaces in Golubac, which is becoming one of the favorite vacation destinations in Serbia. All apartments in Golubac are modern, well maintained, comfortable and cozy. All that is needed is to pack your things, choose the accommodation that best suits your wishes and possibilities and treat yourself to the vacation of your dreams!
Food
Gastronomy Guide
They say that in Serbia we eat well and a lot. Golubac is in Serbia, should we need to say anything else, or let you enjoy the top gastronomic delicacies of freshly caught Danube fish, meat, locally produced vegetables… Home cooked meals eaten with a spoon or those eaten with your fingers on the banks of a great and mighty river have that unique spice – the smell of the Danube.
Restaurants
Local and international cuisine in twenty one restaurants.
Specialties
Enjoy top specialties from freshly caught Danube fish.
The smell of the river
The Danube on a plate
GRILLED PERCH
It is prepared in a piece, grilled in a special way, slightly covered with a marinade of spices, lemon and vegetable oil. Very juicy and tasty. A side dish of boiled Swiss chard and potatoes.
GRILLED DANUBE CARP
Fresh from the Danube, cut into steaks. Boiled potatoes with tartar sauce are served with the carp prepared in this way, which gives a special pleasure to carp lovers.
FISH CHIPS
The most beautiful appetizer made of white fish, which is prepared according to a special procedure and requires the extraordinary skill of the chef. Served with crispy fries and tartar sauce as a side dish.
PERCH IN A RIDAN WAY
Grilled perch served with sweet cabbage and boiled potatoes. The special taste of perch is given by the way it is prepared and the charcoal on which it is baked.
Old Fishermen Recipes
DANKO'S FISH STEW
For Danko's fish stew you need: 1.5 kg of cleaned catfish, 1 kg of onion, 1 kg of fresh paprika, a mixture of spices, water from the lower Golubac fountain.
OLD PIKE SALAD
According to Danko's recipe, for this salad you need: 2 kg of cleaned pike, 1 kg of onion, olive oil for dressing, lemon, spices and a little air from Golubac.
MATA'S SMOKED CARP
Leave the horseshoes shaped pieces of equal thickness in the cold overnight. Go for two or three smokes on a beech tree. Fry in a heated pan until the carp turns golden...
Fish pate
You need 5 kg of smaller fish, 1 kg of onion, 1 margarine, 1 lemon juice, 1 cup of water, bay leaf, peppercorns, 1 spoon of spices. Cook everything together for 4 hours on low heat. At the end, separate the large bones, grind the rest finely and season as desired.
How to get to Golubac
Transportation
By car
On the Djerdap highway, Golubac is 120 km from Belgrade, 226 km from Novi Sad, 239 km from Niš, and 145 km from Kragujevac.
By bus
Daily departures from the Belgrade bus station by Arriva buses, 2.5 hours by intercity bus.
By bike
Golubac is on the Danube bicycle route Eurovelo 6, from Belgrade to Golubac 138 km via Pančevo, Kovin, Ram and Veliko Gradište.
The most beautiful places
Photography locationions
Beautify your profile
Golubac is full of places where you can relax and which will inspire you to develop your creativity. That’s why Golubac is an ideal place for photography lovers, and all around you can meet people posing in front of a camera or phone. If you have no idea where you should go in order to take beautiful shots, we have prepared for you several suggestions of the best locations for photography in Golubac.
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Inform your self
Are you interested in how to complete your vacation in Golubac? Do you need tourist maps, brochures and promotional materials or do you want to bring a souvenir as a gift or memory of Golubac? Do you need help finding accommodation and recommendations for a good restaurant? The Tourist Information Center is located on the main street in Golubac. Here you can get all the necessary information about the city, events and current events. Free maps, various brochures, promotional materials are at your disposal.
Visit our Tourist Information Center,
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Info center TOG
Everything you are interested in
Frequently asked questions
Location and history of Golubac fortress
The origin of the Tuman Monastery and where is it located?
What kind of activities are there in Golubac?
Can I visit another cultural monument?
Do water sports take place in Golubac?
What events are held in Golubac?
Where to spend your free time?
Are there walking paths?
GOLUBAC FORTRESS
- On the fourth kilometer from Golubac on the banks of the Danube, there is a medieval fortress called Golubački grad.
- The town of Golubac was first mentioned in historical records in 1335, when it was ruled by the Hungarian feudal lord Nikola Banfi. However, there is not a single piece of information about the founder of the fortification and the exact time of its establishment.
Location and history of Golubac fortress
On the fourth kilometer from Golubac on the banks of the Danube, there is a medieval fortress called Golubački grad.
The town of Golubac was first mentioned in historical records in 1335, when it was ruled by the Hungarian feudal lord Nikola Banfi. However, there is not a single piece of information about the founder of the fortification and the exact time of its establishment.
The origin of the Tuman Monastery and where is it located?
The Tuman Monastery is a Serbian Orthodox monastery from the 14th century, according to folklore it was built by Miloš Obilić. It is located at the ninth kilometer from Golubac.
What kind of activities are there in Golubac?
Bike ride
Driving by tourist boat
Driving in a tourist bus
Sports activities (tennis, basketball, football)
Can I visit another cultural monument?
The Church of St. Nicholas was declared a cultural monument in 1983. It is located not far from the city center. It was built in 1840 on the site of an older church from the 18th century.
The church of the Holy Prophet Jeremiah in Braničevo, which is located in the center of the village of Braničevo and was built between 1874 and 1876, was declared a second cultural monument back in 1985.
Do water sports take place in Golubac?
Due to the specificity of crossing winds and the width of the Danube, Golubac is an ideal place for sailing. This city hosts national and international sailing competitions every year. The season starts in May and ends in September.
What events are held in Golubac?
There are numerous events that take place in Golubac and the surrounding areas. One of the most famous is the “Danube Fair”, which is held on the last weekend in July.
Where to spend your free time?
In many restaurants and cafes
During the summer season, on the beaches in the weekend resort Vinci and Golubac
Tour of the Tuman monastery and hermitage, as well as a tour of the Golubac fortress
Walking and cycling paths
Catamaran and boat ride, car ride to the weekend resort along the banks of the Danube
Are there walking paths?
The “Royal and Lilac Path” is 1.2 km long, which starts above the Golubac Fortress. This trail is connected to the trail “Golubački prsten” with a length of 7 km
The third trail is the “Spiritual Health Path” with a length of 13.5 km
The fourth trail starts 2 km in front of the fortress and is called “Dedine-Guvane” with a length of 12 km
Our news
from Golubac
Golubac at the Holiday & SPA International Tourism Fair in Sofia
Thanks to the EU program for cultural heritage and tourism, and in cooperation with the Tourist Organization of Serbia…
- February 22, 2023
The Gallery of modern art in Golupac
Golubac is ennobled by an extremely valuable art space – the Gallery of Modern Art…
- January 30, 2023
8th Golubac Jeep Race
On Saturday, February 4, in the organization of the Golubac 4×4 Jeep Club, the VIII Golubac Jeep Race will be held, which will also be…
- January 30, 2023
Our visitors
Impressions
Golubac is one of those places that I saw in pictures before I came to Serbia and always wanted to visit it. When I did it for the first time, I was delighted by the beauty of that place on the Danube, which today I consider to be one of the most beautiful places in Serbia!
Thiago Ferreira
Thiago Ferreira
Golubac is one of those places that I saw in pictures before I came to Serbia and always wanted to visit it. When I did it for the first time, I was delighted by the beauty of that place on the Danube, which today I consider to be one of the most beautiful places in Serbia!
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Explore sunken worlds
Join the DANUrB driving tour on the Lower Danube where you can get to know the local attractions and the stories that evoke the history of sunk worlds.
Download the Pocket Guide app from one of the stores you use. After that, scan the QR code and download the tour.
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