BUSIJA ON MAJEVICA BECOMING AN INCREASINGLY ATTRACTIVE DESTINATION FOR TOURISTS

The tourism potential of Mount Majevica is gaining increasing recognition among both local and international visitors. One standout example is the popular excursion site Busija, which has recently recorded an all-time high in tourist numbers.

Ambitious local entrepreneurs are expanding the range of attractions, providing more and more reasons to visit this natural gem located at the crossroads of Lopare, Brčko, and Tuzla. Strong support is also coming from the Government of Republika Srpska.

Situated at an altitude of 850 meters, Busija enchants visitors with its unspoiled nature and exceptionally clean air filtered through centuries-old trees. Many tourists and day-trippers choose this spot to relax and connect with nature.

Investors, with the help of the Government of Republika Srpska as well as local municipalities such as Lopare and Bijeljina, are steadily developing this site’s tourism infrastructure.

The first step was the construction of a proper access road. This was followed by the creation of an artificial lake, the development of two ski slopes, the opening of a restaurant, and the construction of vacation homes and apartments.

“We need to pave at least one kilometer of the 2.5-kilometer-long trail, which will be lit and designated for pedestrians, cyclists, and a tourist train. There are many plans—what we need is time, goodwill, and a bit of state support to finish paving the remaining 5.5 kilometers,” said Svetozar Ostojić, director of the company Green Hills.

The largest crowds gather at the Busija Lake during the traditional Epiphany cross-swimming event. Currently, construction is underway on a church dedicated to Saint Stephen.

“With the blessing of Metropolitan Fotije, the foundations have already been consecrated. God willing, we expect the church to be completed and consecrated by next summer,” Ostojić added.

Thanks to a government decision, a larger area of previously unused land has been allocated to the Busija excursion site. New features are being added daily.

Plans for the near future include the installation of a ski lift and even a roller coaster, all set to be ready by next winter. For now, a conveyor belt lift has already been installed for young skiers, who are currently enjoying a unique toboggan run nestled in the pine forest.