The “Via Ferrata CLUB – CLimb to Unveil Beauty of Piva and Ibar” project was successfully completed in December 2024, resulting in the creation of two new adventure tourism products in the municipalities of Plužine (Montenegro) and Tutin (Serbia) – Via Ferrata Piva and Via Ferrata Đurđevica.
As part of the project, 20 future guides and rescuers from Montenegro and Serbia were trained through three five-day training modules. The practical training included visits to several via ferratas in the region, such as Kotor and Durmitor, enabling participants to gain essential skills for safely guiding tours and providing assistance on the routes.
Via Ferrata Piva, approximately 4,500 meters long, was officially opened on October 3, 2024, in the presence of the EU Ambassador to Montenegro, Mr. Johann Sattler, the President of the Municipality of Plužine, Mr. Slobodan Delić, the President of the Municipality of Tutin, Mrs. Selma Kučević, and the Director of InTER, Mr. Dragiša Mijačić. After the opening ceremony, visitors were guided along the entire route.
The final event and the opening of Via Ferrata Đurđevica in Tutin took place on December 24, 2024. It featured a joint promotional film and a ceremonial diploma award for the trained guides. Ownership of the ferrata was transferred to the Municipality of Tutin, while management rights were granted to PSD Beleg.
This project stands as a strong example of successful cross-border cooperation and sustainable tourism development in the Western Balkans. The Via Ferratas in Plužine and Tutin have enhanced local tourism offerings, strengthened community capacities, and promoted the natural and adventure tourism potential of the region.
The project was jointly implemented by the Municipality of Plužine, the Municipality of Tutin, and the NGO InTER, with a total value of EUR 288,643.10.
