Goat’s Bridge is a historic gem located in the canyon of the Miljacka River, just a few kilometers east of Sarajevo‘s old town. This stone bridge once spanned the famous Constantinople Road, a vital route during Ottoman rule that connected Sarajevo with the eastern parts of the Empire, leading all the way to Istanbul. Kozija Ćuprija is one of four remaining old bridges in Sarajevo, alongside Šeher-Ćehaja Bridge, Latin Bridge, and the Roman Bridge.
Built from limestone and tufa, Kozija Ćuprija features a single arch with two circular openings, stretching 42 meters in length and 4.75 meters in width. It’s believed to date back to the era of Mehmed Pasha Sokolović, the grand vizier from 1565 to 1579, when significant efforts were made to improve the region’s infrastructure.
In Ottoman times, Kozija Ćuprija was where new viziers were welcomed to Sarajevo, with elaborate ceremonies and daring feats, including locals diving from the bridge into the shallow Miljacka River as a tribute.
Today, Kozija Ćuprija is a peaceful retreat for locals and visitors alike, offering a scenic walking path along the Miljacka, starting from Dariva near the iconic Sarajevo City Hall. Recognized for its historical significance, the bridge was declared a national monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2004.
