Vilson’s Promenade | Vilsonovo šetalište | Sarajevo
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Vilsonovo šetalište, known as Sarajevo‘s green oasis, offers a serene escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. This picturesque promenade, named after former U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, who supported the independence of Yugoslavia after World War I, stretches along the Miljacka River, providing a tranquil setting for leisurely walks, jogging, and cycling. Lined with lush trees and dotted with benches, it’s a favorite spot for both locals and tourists to unwind and enjoy the outdoors.
To ensure a peaceful environment, Vilsonovo šetalište becomes a pedestrian-only area during certain hours. Motor vehicles are prohibited on weekdays from 17:00 to 24:00 and throughout the weekend from 00:00 to 24:00, making it an ideal spot for a quiet retreat.
Whether you’re visiting in the vibrant spring, during the golden hues of autumn, or in winter when the snow blankets the landscape, Vilsonovo šetalište’s beauty never fails to impress.
For those interested in Sarajevo’s history, Vilsonovo šetalište holds significance as a site of cultural and social importance, often hosting events and festivals throughout the year.
Every city is blessed to have a set list like this...It would be even better if the traffic was completely closed... we need to preserve this beauty for the next generations..
The street along the very bank of Miljacka is closed to traffic every day after 5 p.m. and becomes a real promenade along the river.The traffic ban also applies to weekend days, so you can enjoy a walk in the beautiful surroundings and the shade of linden and chestnut trees.It protects you from the heat in the summer and the wind in the winter, although if you're hiking with a baby, a cap is a must because it will blow sometimes.Enjoyment is guaranteed.Spring, summer or autumn, it doesn't matter.And the winter, cold and long, becomes less difficult when walking along the New Year's lights decorated Wison promenade.
A nice road by the river surrounded with trees, restaurants bars and cafe shopsGood for riding bicycle running and walkingThey close the road to car traffic after 16.00 h. Or 17.00 and on weekends no carsSo its safe for kidsI would suggest cafe bar TITOIts a good place for kids on summer spring seasons and they have a small open air museum regarding civil warThey don't serve food but you can order from other restaurants or bring food with you
