BANJA LUKA TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO KAMENI MOST NATURAL LANDMARK

One of the most attractive natural sites in the Banja Luka area, Kameni Most (Stone Bridge) in Krupa na Vrbasu, is set to receive a makeover through a project aimed at making this unique natural gem more accessible and appealing to visitors and nature lovers.

PHOTO: V. Kresojević

The project focuses on improving the Kameni Most site in the Kovačići hamlet, including the development and marking of walking trails, the installation of tourist and information signage, and the improvement of rest areas and viewpoints offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy the area's remarkable natural beauty.

PRESERVING NATURE WHILE ENHANCING TOURISM

Milada Šukalo, project manager for the City of Banja Luka, recently visited the site and highlighted that the project aims to preserve the natural character of Kameni Most while further showcasing its tourism potential.

“Kameni Most is one of those places whose beauty and uniqueness leave a lasting impression on everyone who visits. Our goal is to give this natural gem the attention it deserves, making it more accessible and attractive to visitors while preserving its natural value,” Šukalo said.

She added that the development of walking trails, viewpoints and rest areas would enable more people to discover the area's beauty while providing additional support for rural and sustainable tourism.

DEVELOPING TOURISM BEYOND THE CITY CENTRE

Banja Luka boasts exceptional natural resources, and one of the city's priorities is to protect and promote them while incorporating them into the wider tourism offer.

“Our goal is to develop tourism beyond the city centre, because destinations such as Kameni Most, Krupa na Vrbasu and the surrounding villages represent enormous potential that remains insufficiently utilised. Through projects like this, we are investing not only in tourism infrastructure but also in local communities, creating new opportunities for residents and promoting Banja Luka as a destination with much to offer,” Šukalo noted.

SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM ALONG VIA DINARICA

The project is funded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the City of Banja Luka. In addition to improving tourism infrastructure, it aims to protect natural heritage and support sustainable tourism development along the international Via Dinarica route.

Once the planned activities are completed, Kameni Most will offer improved facilities for visitors, while Krupa na Vrbasu, Krmine, Ljubačevo and the surrounding areas will gain additional opportunities to develop tourism and strengthen their local economies.

Through initiatives like this, Banja Luka continues to discover, preserve and improve access to its natural treasures, creating new destinations for relaxation, recreation and enjoying the outdoors.