Discover Podrašnica

Podrašnica combines the mountain excursion area of Zelenkovac, next to the village, with historical traces in the village and its surroundings. You can focus on different things when planning your trip: the landscape of streams and forests, art in a converted mill, or evidence of Roman and local history. When looking for hotels in Podrašnica, you can first consider which of these topics interest you most.

Zelenkovac between stream and mountain

Zelenkovac is a mountain excursion area next to the village of Podrašnica. The area includes the valley of the stream of the same name, which rises on the western slopes of Mount Lisina and flows through a pine forest. The stream, forest and mountain slope thus shape the landscape described here. In April 2002, Zelenkovac was granted ecological zone status. The area can therefore be understood both in terms of its distinctive landscape and this historical designation.

Mills, art and local events

Several centuries ago, about fifteen watermills were built along the stream in Zelenkovac. In 1985, one of them was converted into the studio of artist Borislav Janković. He opened the “Zašto nije otišao Boro!?” gallery in the converted mill. Its extensive collection includes works of art, ethnographic objects and other cultural materials. Two different aspects of the village’s history come together here: the stream’s former use to power mills and the later conversion of a mill for artistic work. If you are interested in art and ethnographic subjects, this connection offers a distinctive way to experience Zelenkovac.

A municipal announcement from 2025 describes the Zelenkovac Jazz Festival as a tradition going back a quarter of a century. A Go tournament is also among the events listed for Zelenkovac. If you would like to plan your trip around an event, check the current dates. Visitors in Zelenkovac are also offered homemade food prepared over an open fire; the specific menu and availability may change.

Historical traces in Podrašnica

The Roman road Salona–Servitium passed through Podrašnica as part of its route through western Bosnia. Another memorial is the commemorative spring unveiled in honor of 16 Thessaloniki fighters and First World War volunteers from the village. The route represents a historic transport link through the region, while the dedication of the spring commemorates people from Podrašnica. Both offer a distinct perspective on the village’s past.

Above Podrašnica lies the Mramorje necropolis, with about 150 stećak tombstones. The walk there from the road takes approximately 20 minutes; from the necropolis, there are unobstructed views across Podrašničko polje. Unlike the stream and forest valley of Zelenkovac, the focus here is on the tombstones and views across the plain. If you plan to make the walk, check the trail conditions in advance, as they can change.

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