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Snow-covered forests and ski slopes on Kopaonik

Kopaonik travel guide

Serbia’s biggest ski resort in winter and a national park for hiking in summer.

Ideal stay: 3–5 daysSki season late Nov – springNational park since 1981Highest point 2,017 m

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Why visit Kopaonik

Kopaonik is Serbia’s best-known mountain resort. In winter it has the country’s largest ski area, about 55 km of runs with snowmaking on almost all of them. In summer the same slopes turn into a national park for hiking, biking and fresh air. The highest point, Pančićev vrh, is 2,017 m.

Highest pointPančićev vrh, 2,017 m
Ski runsAbout 55 km
Day ski passAbout 5,600–6,500 RSD (2025/26)
Snow seasonLate November to spring
National parkSince 1981
From BelgradeAbout 4 hours by car

Kopaonik at a glance

The basics, the weather this week and where it is.

Key facts

Type
National park
Region
Central Serbia
Established
1981
Area
121.06 km²
Highest point
Pančić's Peak, 2,017 m
From Belgrade
about 175 km in a straight line

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

5-day forecast

For Kopaonik resort

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Weather data: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0), summarised by day.

On the map

Map of the area around Kopaonik

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Top-rated tours in Kopaonik

Hand-picked. Free cancellation on most. Affiliate links.

ActivitySki or snowboard lessons on KopaonikBook online · free cancellation on most toursCheck availability
ActivitySki equipment rentalBook online · free cancellation on most toursCheck availability
Day tripStudenica Monastery from KopaonikBook online · free cancellation on most toursCheck availability

Where to stay in Kopaonik

The areas compared, with hotels for your dates.

Resort centerBest for: ski-in, ski-outHotels and apartments next to the lifts.Hotels in Resort center
BrzećeBest for: quieter and cheaperVillage below the resort, usually cheaper than the top; check how you will get to the lifts.Hotels in Brzeće

Food and nightlife

After skiing it’s mountain food: grilled meat, kajmak and cheese, stews and warm bread, with mulled wine or rakija by the fire. The resort center has plenty of restaurants and après-ski bars, busiest at weekends and holidays.

  • Must try: Grilled meat, kajmak, mountain cheese, mulled wine
  • Après-ski: Bars in the resort center
  • Tip: Book accommodation early for New Year and January
Kopaonik old town

Getting there and around

From Belgrade

About 4 hours by car; seasonal buses and transfers run in winter.

In winter

Carry snow chains; roads can be icy.

In the resort

Walkable, with lifts linking the slopes.

Transfers

Ask your hotel about transfers from Belgrade or Niš.

Tip: Prices and crowds peak from December to February, so look at early December or March if your dates are flexible. Brzeće, at the base of the gondola, is worth comparing with the main resort.

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Kopaonik FAQ

When is the ski season on Kopaonik?

Usually from late November into spring. Check the resort for exact dates.

How high is Kopaonik?

The highest point, Pančićev vrh, is 2,017 m.

Is Kopaonik good in summer?

Yes, for hiking and biking in the national park.

How much is a ski pass on Kopaonik?

In 2025/26 a one-day adult pass cost about 5,600–6,500 RSD and a six-day pass about 24,900–27,100 RSD.

Sources

Checked 27 October 2026.

Going to Kopaonik? Take the cheat sheet

Prices, apps, transport and scams to avoid, on one printable page.

Photo credits

Photos without a credit below are from Unsplash, used under the Unsplash License. Wikimedia Commons: Andrejnihil (CC BY-SA 4.0), Mazbln (CC BY-SA 3.0).