Let’s embark on a journey to the majestic St. John’s Fortress in Kotor, Montenegro.
The fortress stands atop San Giovanni Hill (also known as St. John Hill), perched at an impressive 260 meters above sea level. You’ll be greeted by breathtaking vistas of the Old Town of Kotor and the Bay of Kotor—a photographer’s dream!
The Kotor Fortress itself is part of a mediaeval fortification system that encircles both the Kotor Old Town and the adjacent hillside. These fortifications include gates, bastions, towers, and defensive walls (ramparts). We will start off at the HUB and walk towards the Old Town of Kotor where our adventure begins. (This is a non-guided tour up the steps to the San Giovani fortress!!!)
Trail Length: The hike covers approximately 1.5 kilometers (one-way)
Steps: Brace yourself for 1,350 steps—a stairway to panoramic bliss!
Difficulty Level: moderate, this hike offers a rewarding challenge.
Duration: While the hike can be done in an hour, we will be pacing ourselves as we embark on our very first hike of any Kotor Cohort! We have added time at the end if anyone wishes to stay on and visit the Fortress. Please note that entrance to the fort is charged 15euros per person and you can pay on the entrance using the debit card.
Schedule: Tuesday, January 26th from 9:30 - approx. 12:30 pm (possibly sooner).
Meeting Point: HUB
What to bring: closed shoes good for hiking, water, cap, sunscreen & sunglasses, comfortable clothes, snacks.
Minimum Participants Required: N/A
Maximum Participants: N/A
Terms & Conditions: In accordance with the Terms of Service.
Let’s embark on a journey to the majestic St. John’s Fortress in Kotor, Montenegro.
The fortress stands atop San Giovanni Hill (also known as St. John Hill), perched at an impressive 260 meters above sea level. You’ll be greeted by breathtaking vistas of the Old Town of Kotor and the Bay of Kotor—a photographer’s dream!
The Kotor Fortress itself is part of a mediaeval fortification system that encircles both the Kotor Old Town and the adjacent hillside. These fortifications include gates, bastions, towers, and defensive walls (ramparts). We will start off at the HUB and walk towards the Old Town of Kotor where our adventure begins. (This is a non-guided tour up the steps to the San Giovani fortress!!!)
Trail Length: The hike covers approximately 1.5 kilometers (one-way)
Steps: Brace yourself for 1,350 steps—a stairway to panoramic bliss!
Difficulty Level: moderate, this hike offers a rewarding challenge.
Duration: While the hike can be done in an hour, we will be pacing ourselves as we embark on our very first hike of any Kotor Cohort! We have added time at the end if anyone wishes to stay on and visit the Fortress. Please note that entrance to the fort is charged 15euros per person and you can pay on the entrance using the debit card.
Schedule: Tuesday, January 26th from 9:30 - approx. 12:30 pm (possibly sooner).
Meeting Point: HUB
What to bring: closed shoes good for hiking, water, cap, sunscreen & sunglasses, comfortable clothes, snacks.
Minimum Participants Required: N/A
Maximum Participants: N/A
Terms & Conditions: In accordance with the Terms of Service.
