Discover Golubac on the Danube

• The Danube is more than six kilometres wide at Golubac.
• The medieval Golubac Fortress lies on the banks of the Danube, four kilometres from Golubac; it was first mentioned in historical records in 1335.
• A developed cycling route from Vinci to Golubac is 8,790 metres long and runs along the Danube as part of the EuroVelo 6 route.
• The Church of St Nicholas was built in 1840 on the site of an older church dating from the 18th century and was declared a cultural monument in 1983.
• The permanent exhibition at the Golubac Museum covers a period ranging from prehistory to modern history.

The Danube is more than six kilometres wide at Golubac. The medieval fortress stands on its banks, yet is four kilometres from Golubac itself. It was first mentioned in historical records in 1335. The river landscape and fortress therefore provide two concrete points of reference if you are interested in the destination’s geographical and historical aspects.

The fortress is not the only trace of history. At the Golubac Museum, the permanent exhibition, titled “A Walk Through the History of Golubac,” covers periods from prehistory and antiquity through the Middle Ages and Ottoman period to modern history. This broad sweep of time differs from the history of individual buildings, which can be dated by their year of construction.

The Church of St Nicholas, near the centre, was built in 1840 on the site of an older church dating from the 18th century. The year it was built and its designation as a cultural monument in 1983 mark two different milestones: the construction of the present building and its later recognition.

Kosač House stands in Golubac’s main square. It dates from 1890/91 and was built for the grain merchant Aleksa Popović. By contrast, the Golubac Gallery of Modern Art focuses on contemporary visual art. It is part of the “Veljko Dugošević” National Library and was established in 2022. Its work includes promoting, presenting and producing this art. Golubac’s cultural offerings thus range from a museum exhibition spanning different eras and historic buildings to contemporary art.

For a cycling trip, the route between Vinci and Golubac has clearly defined details: it is 8,790 metres long, developed and part of the EuroVelo 6 route. It runs along the Danube. As route conditions can change, check local conditions before setting out.

Another option is the path of sumac and lilac bushes. It leads from Golubac Fortress to the “Zmajev vrt” viewpoint and runs through the “Golubac Fortress” tourist area and Đerdap National Park. Check local conditions and access before setting out on this path. The options therefore differ in their stated destinations: the cycling route goes from Vinci to Golubac, while the path connects the fortress and the viewpoint.

Tourist boat trips are available along the widest stretch of the Danube at Golubac. If you are planning a trip, check in advance whether one is available during your preferred period.

The local food offering includes specialities made with freshly caught Danube fish, meat and locally grown vegetables. This selection brings together three distinct product groups in regional cuisine. Offerings can change; if particular ingredients matter to you, ask locally what is currently available.

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What events does the National Library hold for Danube Day?

The Golubac National Library marks International Danube Day every year with various cultural events.

What is known about Kupe Fortress?

The Roman fortress of Kupe, above Golubac, was built between the 2nd and 4th centuries AD.

What is Zmajevo Selo?

“Zmajevo Selo” is part of the Danube Fair in Golubac.

For the regional travel overview: Braničevo District.