Beaches in Montenegro
Including Mogren Beach and Velika Plaza. On the map.
The vibe
Steep limestone cliffs plunge straight into deep green water, giving the coastline a dramatic, fjord-like mood that sets it apart from typical Mediterranean shores. Late summer brings the most comfortable water temperatures and warm coastal breezes without the peak July intensity. The shore experience shifts constantly between bustling concrete promenades lined with sunbeds and hidden stretches of coarse grey pebbles backed by wild scrub.
Mogren Beach, Budva
Budva Municipality
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Two linked sandy coves beneath cliffs just south of Budva Old Town, with transparent Montenegrin Adriatic water and a lively summer scene. A short coastal path from the old town leads to Mogren I and II, backed by pine and rock. Montenegro's most visited swim beach.
Access. Walk from Budva Old Town along the cliff path (~10 minutes); parking on the main road above. Sunbeds, bars, and crowds in peak season.
Notes. Cliff path can be narrow and exposed; jellyfish possible in late summer.
Velika Plaza, Ulcinj
Ulcinj Municipality
Photo by Ana Kenk on Pexels
A 12-kilometer ribbon of fine sand along Ulcinj's Adriatic coast — one of the longest beaches in the Mediterranean. Shallow, warm water and breezy open space draw swimmers and kitesurfers alike. Distinct from Budva's coves: wide, walkable, and uncrowded outside the main resort blocks.
Access. Drive or bus to Ulcinj; beach runs the length of the town with multiple access points. Sunbed clusters near hotels; vast empty stretches toward Ada Bojana.
Notes. Strong onshore wind common — popular for kitesurfing; can whip sand on breezy days.