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Latin Bridge (Latinska ćuprija)
Best time to visit
Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft light and far fewer tourists. Spring and autumn offer mild weather and colourful riverside scenery.
Budget tips
No entry fee, the bridge is free to visit at any time; save money by exploring independently rather than booking a guided tour.
Recommended for
History buffs, Photography enthusiasts, City walkers, Students of modern history
Plan your visit
15-30 minutes
About
Korte feiten: Walking across the low stone span you can hear the river's rush and feel the weight of a world-changing moment underfoot. A small plaque and the nearby skyline quietly mark a flashpoint in modern history, drawing historians and curious travelers who want to stand where events altered the 20th century.
Hoogtepunten: On June 28, 1914, a 19-year-old named Gavrilo Princip fired the shots from a café corner beside the bridge that helped set off World War I, and locals still point to a small brass plaque marking the exact spot. Stand on the worn cobbles and feel the river breeze, listen to trams creak, and notice how the span is barely 10 meters across, a compact stage where an ordinary afternoon changed the world.
Insider tips
- Wear sturdy shoes for uneven cobblestones and wet surfaces near the river.
- For classic photos, stand on the eastern bank looking west to capture the bridge, plaque, and river.
- Avoid midday when cruise groups and tour buses arrive, aim for sunrise or late afternoon.
- Combine a visit with the nearby Historical Museum or Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque to get historical context in one walk.
Klik om een GRATIS wandeltocht te boeken in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
De beste manier om een stad te ervaren met een lokale gids.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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