The Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track on Mount Trebević is an open-air walking and urban-exploration site above Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Built for the 1984 Winter Olympics, the track is about 1.3 km long and runs below the upper cable car station at Vidikovac. It was damaged during the 1992-95 war, when the mountain was a front line, and is now a concrete ribbon covered in graffiti and surrounded by forest, with views over the city. Visitors walk or photograph the curves rather than ride them. The walk from the cable car and back is about 3-4 km and takes 1.5-3 hours.
The activity needs no special skills and suits most visitors with ordinary fitness, including children, though the concrete is uneven and slippery when wet. Sturdy shoes with grip, water and a jacket are advised because the mountain is cooler than the city. An offline map and the cable car timetable (zicara.ba) are useful. No equipment is provided. The track is self-guided, although local guides and mountain-bike operators run Trebević tours that include it.
Safety is the main consideration. Unexploded mines from the 1992-95 war remain on parts of the hillside, so walkers should stay on established paths and marked routes and never enter the undergrowth. There is no formal rescue service on the track itself; visitors in difficulty can use the cable car station at Vidikovac or call local emergency services.
Entry to the open-air track is free. The Sarajevo cable car runs from the Bistrik lower station in the old town to the Vidikovac upper station, and a return ticket for foreign visitors is typically about 20-30 KM (about $11-17), with children up to 7 free. The best season is May to October, when paths are dry; in winter the track can be icy or snowy and walking it is less safe.
| Price | Entry to the open-air track is free; the Sarajevo cable car return ticket for foreign visitors is typically about 20-30 KM (~$11-17), with children up to 7 free |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1.5-3 hours |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Season | May-October (dry paths; the track is often icy or snowy in winter) |
| Address | Trebević Mountain, 71000 Sarajevo (track runs below the cable car upper station at Vidikovac) |
Activity facts
- Where
- Mount Trebević, Sarajevo
Equipment
- Sturdy shoes with grip
- Water
- Jacket (the mountain is cooler than the city)
- Offline map or the Sarajevo cable car timetable (zicara.ba)
Location
Trebević Mountain, 71000 Sarajevo (track runs below the cable car upper station at Vidikovac)
43.8411, 18.4422 View on map
Highlights
- Walk the 1.3 km concrete track built for the 1984 Winter Olympics
- Graffiti-covered curves set among Trebević forest
- Views over Sarajevo from the mountain
- Cable car ride from the Bistrik station in the old town
- Free entry to the open-air track
Tips for visiting
- Check the cable car timetable at zicara.ba before going so the return trip is not missed.
- Stay strictly on established paths; unexploded mines from the 1992-95 war remain on parts of the hillside.
- Wear shoes with grip, as the concrete is slippery when wet or icy.
- Bring a jacket and water, since the mountain is cooler than the city.
- Photography is free and popular; early morning or late afternoon light is best.
When to visit
May to October, when paths are dry. Weekday mornings are usually quieter, and winter visits risk ice and snow.
Accessibility
The cable car is the easiest access, but paths from the upper station to the track are uneven and the concrete surface is rough, so the site is difficult for wheelchair users. Visitors with limited mobility may manage the upper section only.
Frequently asked questions
Can visitors ride the Olympic bobsleigh track?
No. The track is a disused open-air site and visitors walk and photograph it. Local guides and bike operators run tours that include the track.
How do I get to the track from Sarajevo?
Take the cable car from the Bistrik lower station to the Vidikovac upper station, then follow marked paths to the track.
Is it safe to walk on Trebević?
Yes on established paths, but unexploded mines from the 1992-95 war remain on parts of the hillside. Never leave the marked routes.
How much does it cost?
Entry to the track is free. A return cable car ticket for foreign visitors is typically about 20-30 KM, with children up to 7 free.