Pinosava – Nature and Local History

Pinosava lies on a slope at the foot of Avala and stretches northwest. The landscape and local history shape two distinct aspects of the destination: part of its cadastral area belongs to the protected Avala Nature Area, while its school, church, bell tower, and local traditions offer insights into the development of the settlement. If you’re looking for hotels for a stay in Pinosava, these themes can help you choose what interests you about the destination—whether the landscape, religious heritage, or local events.

Natural Surroundings and Location

The protected Avala Nature Area includes part of Pinosava’s cadastral area. This portion accounts for 1.0 percent of the protected area’s total size. The figure therefore refers to Pinosava’s share of the protected area, not to the share of Avala within the entire settlement area.

More than four-fifths of the Avala protected area is forested, mostly with deciduous trees and partly with conifers. It provides a habitat for numerous plant and animal species found in Serbia. Avala has several well-developed, marked walking and hiking trails. Forests, habitats, and marked routes are therefore important themes for anyone interested in the landscape. The trails are on Avala; check conditions for your chosen route before setting out, as they may vary.

Local History and the Church

Until the mid-16th century, Pinosava was known as Kolari; after that, it was called Pinosava. A specific link to local history is the Church of Saint Mark the Apostle. It stands in the courtyard of the old school, built in 1907 through the voluntary work of local residents. Its location in the schoolyard connects the church spatially with a building whose construction was supported by the village community.

The first liturgy at the church was held in 2005; services have been held there regularly ever since. The Church of Saint Mark is open daily from 08:00 to 18:00. Check these opening hours again before your visit. Pinosava’s old bell tower was built in 1925 and restored in 2024. Together with the history of the school and the church, these places and dates offer insight into different aspects of local heritage.

Religious Traditions and Events

The Litija procession is part of Pinosava’s religious tradition. It takes place on the first Thursday after the Feast of the Holy Trinity; the specific calendar date varies. If you’d like your visit to coincide with the procession, check the date for the relevant year.

On May 9, 2026, Pinosava hosted the fourth edition of the “Markovdanski Susreti” folklore festival. Local community work also has a social dimension: for years, the “Aleksandar” equestrian club in Pinosava organized therapeutic riding for sick children and children with developmental disabilities, in cooperation with the Municipality of Voždovac. The religious procession, folklore festival, and the equestrian club’s longstanding work represent different aspects of local life.

Getting There and Planning Your Trip

For getting there, the tourism information lists a connection from Slavija: take bus 33 or trams 9, 10, or 14 to Trošarina. From there, bus routes 400, 401, 402, 403, 405, 407, and 408 go to Pinosava. Plan the transfer at Trošarina as a separate step, and check the timetable and route before departure, as routes and numbers may change.

To decide whether Pinosava is right for your trip, you can weigh its local history and religious traditions against the natural features of Avala. The trails described are on Avala; in Pinosava itself, highlights include the church, the history of the old school, and local event traditions.

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