River Drina
Description
The Drina is one of the most beautiful rivers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, famed for the emerald-green water that earned it the fond name Zelenka. It is born from the union of the mountain rivers Tara and Piva at Šćepan Polje, on the Montenegrin border, and after over three hundred kilometres flows into the Sava. Along its lower course it forms the natural border between BiH and Serbia, and once even divided the eastern from the western Roman Empire.
One of the fastest rivers in the Balkans, its cold, clear course is full of islets, sandbars and meanders that gave rise to the saying about straightening the crooked Drina. Towns such as Foča, Goražde, Višegrad and Zvornik grew along it, and it inspired Ivo Andrić's novel The Bridge on the Drina. Rich in fish and framed by canyons, today it is a favourite for rafting, river-boating and fishing.
Water activities
The Drina is a paradise for lovers of active holidays. Its rapids are one of the best-known rafting destinations in the region, and the tradition of river-boating here goes back centuries. Beside rafting and boat trips, swimming at the arranged river beaches is popular, while large events such as regattas are held on its banks. Cold and clear, the Drina refreshes even on the hottest summer days.
Fishing & fish life
The Drina is among the most fish-rich rivers in the country and a true magnet for sport anglers. Its cold waters hold trophy huchen, grayling and brown trout, as well as large nase, barbel and chub. Fishing is allowed only with a permit and by the rules, and the stretch where the Drina meets the Sava is considered the most attractive.
