Belgrade to the Iron Gates: The Great Gorge

BELGRADE, SERBIA [QR-174]

Coordinates: 44°49'N, 20°27'E

Marina: Belgrade Marina (Ada Ciganlija)

Berth Cost: €25-45/night

Character: Serbian capital, confluence of Danube & Sava, turbulent history, incredible nightlife, warm people

Belgrade has been destroyed and rebuilt 40+ times. Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, Austrians, Germans—everyone fought over this city.

Kalemegdan Fortress [QR-175] - Confluence of Danube & Sava, park, fortress, stunning views. Free.

Nightlife: Belgrade is legendary—clubs on barges (splavovi), open until dawn, cheap drinks.

Provisioning: Good supermarkets.

Dining:

🍴 Ambar [QR-176]

• Balkan small plates
• €20-40

🍴 ? [QR-177] - Literally named "Question Mark" (oldest restaurant in Belgrade, 1823)

• Traditional Serbian
• €20-35

Stay 2-3 nights