RDA BKP completed the first embroidery workshop cycle for 26 participants under the Danube Crafts project. The focus was on valorizing the famous Montenegrin stitch and empowering women economically. Due to high interest, a new training cycle is planned, alongside creating souvenir prototypes for tourism.
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DYNAMIC DANUBE: Study visit on sustainable agriculture
As part of the DINAMIC DANUBE project, project team representatives and local experts from Montenegro participated in a study visit to Zagreb, held from March 17th to 19th, 2026. The visit was organized by Croatian partners – RIT Croatia and Optimizacija d.o.o., with the support of other project partners.
Regional Development is a Synergy Between People and Nature
In her latest appearance, the Executive Director of RDA BKP, Jelena Krivčević, discussed key projects that are transforming the face of Northern Montenegro. The conversation focused on sustainable development, support for local communities, and projects directly impacting the quality of life in the Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije regions. Key Messages…
Countryside Escape: Experience authentic rural life and culture of our villages
Rural households in the north of Montenegro are not just places to stay; they are the guardians of our history, culture, and a primal way of life that has remained unchanged for centuries. The publication “Countryside Escape” takes you on a journey through the hidden corners of the Bjelasica, Komovi,…
Rural Tourism Projects
Rural tourism has become a way to preserve life in our mountain villages—providing households with income while keeping traditions alive. Through projects we introduced sustainability standards, supported associations, and promoted authentic hospitality as the foundation of Northern Montenegro’s tourism identity.
Gastronomy Projects
For generations, local food has been the essence of our mountain life—linking households, traditions, and tourism. Through international projects we mapped culinary routes, promoted authentic products, and placed gastronomy at the heart of rural development.
The Great Highlands: A Journey Through Time and Untouched Nature
Welcome to the “Great Highlands” katun trail—a path that weaves together the heart of Durmitor, the vast expanses of Piva Mountain, and the mystical plateaus of Sinjajevina. Stretching across 500 kilometers, this trail does more than showcase landscapes of pristine beauty; it invites you into the enchanting, centuries-old rhythm of…
DANUBE CRAFTS 2025-2027
Project Information Full project title Traditional Crafts Route for Sustainable Development of Cultural Tourism (DANUBE CRAFTS) Programme Interreg Danube Region Programme Funding Co-funded by the European Union Project duration 01.04.2025 – 30.09.2027 Total budget €2,604,500 Interreg contribution €2,083,600 About the Project The DanubeCrafts project aims at the preservation, promotion, and…
Invisible Women of Montenegro: A World-Renowned Story of Strength and Tradition
Deep in the Montenegrin villages and katuns, they have stood for centuries – mothers, grandmothers, wives, and homemakers. They are the silent pillars of our society and guardians of tradition, whose work was often taken for granted and rarely highlighted. The publication “Invisible Women of Montenegro” was created to correct…
Mountain Bounty: World-Awarded Flavors of the Montenegrin North
When the north of Montenegro is mentioned, the first associations are the ruggedly beautiful peaks and vast katuns. However, what keeps every traveler most deeply connected to these regions is the Mountain Bounty – a unique blend of tradition, nature, and incredible hospitality transformed into a top-tier gastronomic art form.…