World by City

Nature

Bešnjaja

Open in Maps
Bešnjaja

Bešnjaja

Bešnjaja is a low mountain situated between the cities of Kragujevac and Jagodina. Its highest point, Lisin Raz, reaches an elevation of 613 meters. Travelers visit this area for nature walks and hiking along gentle ridgelines in a quiet environment.

Getting There

The mountain is located on the outskirts of Kragujevac. Access from the city center is typically by car or local transport, with the travel time varying depending on the specific trailhead or peak you intend to reach.

Duration of Visit

Depending on the length of the hiking trail chosen, visitors should allow between 3 to 6 hours to explore the ridgelines and reach the higher elevations.

When to Visit

The area is best visited during the spring and autumn when temperatures are moderate for walking. Because it is a quiet natural site rather than a major tourist hub, it does not typically experience heavy crowds.

Nearby Attractions

The location can be combined with several sites in and around Kragujevac:

  • Kragujevac Cross (9.4km)
  • Stara crkva (10.1km)
  • Concrete Pedestrian Bridge above Lepenica (10.2km)
  • National Museum of Kragujevac (10.3km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Tickets & tours

Admission prices and opening hours change often, so we don't list them here. Check what's on sale and at what price below — booking ahead can cut the queue at some places.

This place may not appear in the results — some sites are free to enter or sell tickets only at the gate.

Stays near Bešnjaja

Sorted by distance, walkable ones first. Distances are straight-line.

Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Bešnjaja Nearby stays

Check prices and availability on the booking sites.

Pick your dates — we'll search Kragujevac hotels for you

Choose dates and guests, and the buttons below will open search results with your criteria. Prices differ between sites, so compare before you book.

Hotel membership

Staying at Accor hotels often? ALL Accor+ Explorer

A paid annual membership. It includes two free nights a year across Asia-Pacific, 30% off dining and 15% off drinks, and 15% off stays at more than 4,500 hotels worldwide.

Explore the membership

Itineraries including this place

Good to visit alongside

Kragujevac Cross

Heritage & monuments

Kragujevac Cross

A massive cross standing at the entrance to Kragujevac, depicting the Passion of Christ on one side and Saint George slaying the dragon on the other. Standing 18 meters tall and 11 meters wide, its grand scale is impressive up close.

9.4 km away

Stara crkva

Temples & religious sites

Stara crkva

Built in 1818 by Prince Miloš, this is the oldest Orthodox church in Kragujevac. As a historic site marking the beginnings of modern Serbia, it offers a look at simple yet dignified old architecture.

10.1 km away

Concrete Pedestrian Bridge above Lepenica (Kragujevac)

Views & landmarks

Concrete Pedestrian Bridge above Lepenica (Kragujevac)

This bridge over the Lepenica River in downtown Kragujevac, built in 1927, is one of Serbia's earliest reinforced-concrete bridges. Standing on the site of an older wooden bridge, it's a great spot for a riverside stroll through the atmosphere of the old town.

10.2 km away

National Museum of Kragujevac

Museums & galleries

National Museum of Kragujevac

Founded in 1949 in Kragujevac, this museum stands out for its setting in a former royal residence and historic houses. Its collection spans some 26,000 items, from archaeological artifacts to works of art.

10.3 km away

Spomenik palim Šumadincima

Heritage & monuments

Spomenik palim Šumadincima

This monument in Mali Park in Kragujevac was erected in 1932 to honor soldiers from the Šumadija region who died in World War I. With its striking combination of bronze sculpture and stone pillars, it's a fitting place to pause during a walk through the city and reflect on its history.

10.3 km away

Kragujevac Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

Kragujevac Cathedral

Kragujevac's leading Serbian Orthodox cathedral, dedicated to the Dormition of the Mother of God. Located in the city center, it makes a pleasant stop on a stroll.

10.3 km away