…one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s most well-preserved medieval fortresses…
Srebrenik Fortress, nestled on the northeastern slopes of Mount Majevica in the village of Gornji Srebrenik, stands as one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s most well-preserved medieval fortresses. Located just 5 km from Srebrenik, this impressive stronghold is perched on a steep, nearly inaccessible rock above the Tinja River valley.
First mentioned in historical records in 1333, Srebrenik Fortress once served as the residence of Bosnian Ban Stjepan Kotromanić II. Its strategic location along key military routes added to its significance.
The fortress, built in a single phase, boasts robust walls about 1.5 meters thick, enclosing four towers, a courtyard, a cistern, and a residential building with a cellar. Spanning approximately 60 by 30 meters, the fortress is a compact yet formidable structure.
Access to the fortress is only possible via a solid bridge, reconstructed in 2003, that spans a deep trench carved beneath the most accessible part of the stronghold.
Visitors today can explore its well-preserved ruins and take in panoramic views of the surrounding fields and woodlands.
Though it has changed hands many times throughout history—falling under Hungarian, Serbian, and Ottoman control—Srebrenik Fortress remains a testament to the region’s rich and turbulent past.
For those interested in medieval history, Srebrenik Fortress offers a captivating journey through time, making it a must-see destination in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
