Andrijevica

Andrijevica sits where the Zlorecica meets the Lim in north-eastern Montenegro, between the Komovi and Bjelasica ranges. It is a small place — a few thousand people in the whole municipality — about two hours from Podgorica by road.

Being the gateway to the Komovi. The two horn-shaped peaks, Kom Vasojevicki and Kom Kucki, rise south of the town and are among the most recognisable mountains in the country. Most people who come here are heading for them.

Yes. The usual approach is by road to the Stavna katun at around 1,800 m, then on foot; Kom Vasojevicki is a walk with a short scramble at the top, and Kom Kucki is harder. Both are day trips from town in summer.

A summer settlement of shepherds' huts on high pasture, occupied from June to September while livestock graze. Several around Andrijevica still work, and some now take guests, which is the most direct way to see how the mountains are used.

June to September for the mountains — the katuns open, the tracks are clear and the meadows are at their best. Winter is long and heavy here, and while the town stays open, the high routes do not.

For walkers, yes, and for very little else. There is a church, a river and a few cafes; the reason to come is the Komovi above it. Combine it with Plav and Gusinje for a week in the eastern mountains.