Ice Cave

Ledena Pećina is an ice cave on Durmitor beneath the summit of Obla Glava, at ~2160 m. From the entrance a steep ~40 m snow–ice ramp drops to the cave floor, where year-round ice stalagmites and columns stand.

• High-alpine setting (~2160 m) – perpetual shade preserves ice all year.
• Entrance slope ~40 m – often firm snow; safest to descend by step-cutting or with a rope.
• Main chamber about 40×20 m – a stable cold microclimate.
• Ice formations – from tiny “candles” to multi-metre pillars; dripwater keeps sculpting new figures.
• Pure meltwater dripping from the roof – useful to top up bottles (carefully, without damaging the ice).

• Ice stalagmites, columns and translucent “curtains”.
• The steep snow/ice entry ramp.
• Broad Durmitor views near Obla Glava outside the cave.

Formed in Dinaric karst, the cave’s shaded entrance acts as a cold-air trap, keeping ice intact even in midsummer.

With the growth of Durmitor trails, Ledena Pećina became a classic natural stop on hikes around Sedlo Pass and the Dobri Do basin.

Location: Durmitor National Park, near Obla Glava; nearest road access at Sedlo Pass (P14, Durmitor Ring).

Getting there: drive from Žabljak to Sedlo; continue on waymarked alpine paths toward Obla Glava, then a short approach to the entrance. Final section is a steep snow/ice slope.

Access: wild cave with no lighting or barriers; go only in good weather and with basic gear (helmet, gloves, headlamp; rope recommended).

Visiting hours: June–September when trails are largely snow-free; inside expect ~0…+2 °C.

Visit duration: 2–4 h including drive, approach and return; 15–30 min inside the cave.

Best time: around midday for more ambient light at the entrance; dry, stable conditions.

Notes: sturdy boots and warm windproof layers; do not touch or break ice formations – this is a protected natural feature.