Murici Beach
Plaža Murići
The best-known beach of Lake Skadar with island views.
About
Set beneath Donji Murići the beach curves in a wide arc with clear water and a shallow bottom.
Transport
Travel time
By car from Virpazar21 min.14 km
From the airport Tivat · TIV2 h 26 min.50 km
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Location
In detail
What's here
What is this place
Murići Beach is a broad natural sand spit on the south shore of Lake Skadar, near the Albanian border. It’s the park’s best-known freshwater swimming spot, with views toward Beška and Starčevo islets.
Key features
- The lake’s only natural sandy beach – unusual shoreline for Skadar.
- Shallow, gentle entry – relaxed swimming, family-friendly.
- Panorama of Beška & Starčevo – boat hops to monastery churches possible.
- Simple lakeside eatery – carp/eel specialties.
- Easy self-drive via Virpazar from the Bar–Podgorica road.
What to see
- Pale sand and clear freshwater with a gradual drop-off.
- Islets and birdlife over the shallows.
- Small jetty with boats for short island trips.
History
The south shore has long ties to fishing and monastic islets; Beška and Starčevo, visible from the beach, hold late-medieval churches.
In recent years Murići has grown as a low-key recreation spot within the national park, with light facilities while keeping a natural feel.
Practical information
Location: south shore of Lake Skadar, Murići village (Ulcinj Municipality), near the Albanian border.
Getting there: drive Bar–Podgorica to Virpazar; at the stone bridge take the left/up road signed to Murići; continue to the beach parking.
Access: open shoreline; national-park checks/fees may apply; ad-hoc boat hires on site.
Visiting hours: daytime.
Visit duration: 1–3 h for beach + lunch; half-day with an islet boat trip.
Best time: summer mornings/evenings for softer light and cooler temps.
Notes: limited shade and services – bring water, sun protection, cash; follow Lake Skadar NP rules.
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