WHEN DOES THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CABLE CAR ABOVE BANJALUKA BEGIN?

Although the construction of the cable car on Banj Hill above Banja Luka has not yet started, the project remains on the city’s agenda. The initiative is currently in the stage of preparing technical documentation, the Banja Luka City Administration confirmed.

“In the upcoming period, activities related to the cable car construction will include completing the project and technical documentation and obtaining the necessary approvals and permits from relevant authorities. Only after that will the actual construction activities be scheduled, and the public will be informed accordingly,” the City Administration stated, as reported by Glas Srpske.

STARTING STATION

The starting station of the cable car is planned at the foot of the hill, opposite the “3 Banje” area in Srpske Toplice.

“The destination station is planned near the existing parking area within the wider vicinity of the monument. The route will linearly connect the planned starting and destination locations,” the City Administration added.

They emphasized that the exact locations of the stations, the detailed route, and all other technical details will be determined by a feasibility and justification study.

“At this stage, until the project and technical documentation is finalized, we can only discuss the planned locations and proposed route,” they explained.

IMPACT ON TOURISM

The project plans for the cable car to have a capacity of 500 to 1,000 passengers per hour.

“This means the initial capacity will be 500 passengers per hour, with the possibility to expand to 1,000 passengers per hour,” officials added

The cable car is intended to operate year-round, as Banja Luka is not a seasonal destination but attracts visitors throughout the year. Local residents are also expected to benefit from year-round access.

Officials stressed that the cable car on Banj Hill would positively impact both tourism and the local community.

“Existing cable cars in the region show mutual benefits for tourism and local communities. The new cable car would further position Banja Luka as an attractive tourist destination in the region and beyond. The local community would gain multiple benefits from increased tourist activity, and Banj Hill would become more accessible to everyone,” the City Administration stated.

CITIZEN SUGGESTIONS

All project and technical documentation will be submitted to authorized institutions for expert review and approvals.

“City representatives always listen to legitimate suggestions from citizens. Significant attention is being given to the cable car project, involving many experts to ensure the future cable car meets legal regulations, professional standards, and public interests,” they added.

Pensioner Milosava P. believes the cable car would further revitalize Banj Hill and enhance Banja Luka’s tourism offerings.

“Every summer, I visit Vrućica with my friends, and we truly enjoy the city on the Vrbas River. The cable car would be wonderful, especially for older people like us. Many people want to visit Banj Hill, but walking there is exhausting. This would make it easier for everyone and give the city another beautiful and useful attraction,” she said.