The holiday season opens in Montenegro early in the month of March. Although this time is not suitable for swimming, the country is popular due to other advantages: numerous historical and cultural monuments, gastronomic tourism, fascinating excursions to local natural sites.
Weather
The average temperature at the beginning of March is at +10 C, at night no more than +5 C. By the middle of the month, the indicator starts to increase and by the end of March is approaching +16 C. Despite the coolness, tourists are already starting during this period arrive in the country. Every year, travel agencies give their forecasts for prices in March for holidays in Montenegro, and it should be taken into account.
The days are getting a little longer - up to 5 hours of sunshine per day. The probability of rain is still quite high - on average up to 60%, but the humidity drops to the level of 67%, making March a great month to spend your vacation in the Bay of Kotor if the occasional rain does not scare you.
The level of precipitation reaches 113 mm, while the specified amount is distributed over 10 days throughout the month.
Wind speed increases to 72 km / h. This is a pleasant, but windy and rather rainy beginning of the spring season on the Adriatic coast. Most winds now begin to blow from the north and north-west, but here the mountains do a good job of protecting tourists from unexpected frost. The sea is not suitable for swimming, because the water temperature in it is +14 C. On the shore is pretty cool, especially when coastal winds blow during the day. The tides are high and unstable, the waves are large and break with power on the rocks.
Be sure to bring a jacket and a raincoat so as not to get wet during the tour. It will be much colder in areas near the mountains, there should be dressed warmly, with a hat and mittens. In some places in March there is still the opportunity to ski.
Accommodation
In March, not all hotels begin to work, so it is better to find out and register in the rooms in advance. Despite the small influx of tourists, they will provide unforgettable service. One option to consider Hotel Portolocated in a quiet area of Kotor.
All rooms are fully furnished, with a private bathroom and a luxurious living room with a TV. The Old Town is a 2-minute walk, and there are many shops and cafes within walking distance of the hotel.
Beautiful apartments Vedrina Self-catering accommodation located in the center of Kotor. It features free Wi-Fi throughout and a private pool and jacuzzi. All fully furnished rooms have a comfortable seating area with a TV, a bathroom and a well-equipped kitchen. The spacious balconies offer stunning views of the bay and the surrounding mountains. The cost of living is slightly lower than in April and May, which is an indisputable advantage of rest during this period.
You can save up to 20% of a standard permit, and if you settle in the private sector and cook your own food yourself, then even more.
Things to do
The beaches, although not empty at this time, but they almost never see tourists bathing. People come here to enjoy the tranquility, the healing air, which Montenegro owes to the surrounding forests and the sea. Cities like Tivat, Budva, Zabljak, Becici and Lovcen are popular. This is because more attractions and cultural sites are concentrated here.
Most tourists come to the country for shopping, because not only prices for Italian collections look attractive, but also the lack of a large number of competitors. In addition, in connection with the end of the winter season, the assortment is being updated and active sales of warm clothes are being conducted.
Nature is so unique that it is impossible to resist even in March. During this period, everything is just beginning to wake up, amazing purity reigns on the coast. Most tourists use March to enjoy gastronomic tourism until prices soar.
Every evening invites to visit Restaurant Galionlocated in a luxurious location with exceptional views of the sea and the vibrant marina. Ahead overlooks the Old Town and the mountain slopes. The menu is a wide selection of fish and seafood, often paired with some of Montenegro's best wines. The restaurant is part of the Vardar luxury hotel, and its gourmet cuisine and service make it one of the best places in the country.
There are many magnificent historical sights throughout Montenegro, and sea gatedefinitely one of them. The main entrance to the city of Kotor was built in 1555, when it was under occupation. Here you can see bas-relief of the Winged Lion of San Marco.
A stone pyramid is located on the Arms Square, facing the old clock tower dating from 1602. It was used at one time to give shame to those who did not comply with the laws of the city.
Definitely worth a visit Ostrog Monastery. For the first time having seen this grandiose architectural structure, many tourists do not believe that only human labor was used in the construction of such a miracle. The monastery stands in a secluded place in the mountains between the cities of Podgorica and Danilovgrad. You can get here by personal or rented car, but it is desirable that the driver have extensive driving experience, since not everyone can overcome narrow winding serpentine roads.
It is best to take an organized tour - the accompanying guide will tell you many legends about this place along the way. According to one of them, the monks appeared here in order to hide from worldly temptations. Later, a whole monastery was formed, which operates now. The number of believers gathering here is no less than on Mount Athos and near Jerusalem shrines.
Interestingly, there are pilgrims in the monastery - not only Christians (Orthodox and Catholics), but also Jews, Muslims. The monastery complex is divided into Upper and Lower, each has its own churches and attractions. The Ark, in which the relics of Vasily Ostrozhsky are stored, always attracts the afflicted, wishing healing.
Definitely worth a look in Tivat Botanical Garden, which literally surrounds the city. Sailors brought tropical plants here for many years before a unique recreation facility was formed. There is also the famous Bucha castle, which used to be the residence of the most influential families: Lukovic and Bucha.
In the next video, you can take a look at Montenegro in March.
