Discover Novi Sad: Culture, Danube Riverside and Cycling Routes

Matica srpska has been located in Novi Sad since 1864. The Museum of Vojvodina houses valuable collections that document the region's history. Visitors can walk through the historic city centre. For cycling, Novi Sad has a network with more than 100 kilometres of cycle paths and cycle lanes.

The Serbian National Theatre was founded in Novi Sad in 1861 as the first professional theatre of the Serbs. Its ensembles include drama, opera and ballet. Sterijino Pozorje has also been held there since 1956.

The Gallery of Matica Srpska was founded in 1847 under the patronage of Matica srpska. Its permanent exhibition consists mainly of Serbian painting and graphic art from the 16th to the 21st century and is divided into three sections. The core of the Pavle Beljanski Memorial Collection consists of significant works of Serbian art from the first half of the 20th century.

Other notable architectural and memorial sites include Novi Sad City Hall, which was built in 1894 in the Neo-Renaissance style based on a design by Đerđ Molnar, and the Svetozar Miletić Monument. The five-metre-high bronze statue was created in 1939 by the Croatian sculptor Ivan Meštrović.

The European cycling route EuroVelo 6 passes through Novi Sad, mainly following the embankment along the left bank of the Danube. The proposed Novi Sad city cycling route is seven kilometres long and connects sights in the historic city centre with attractions along the Danube. Depending on breaks, you should allow one to two hours for the route.

A footpath, running track and cycle path run along the entire length of the Novi Sad quay. Trim Track 1 is also located at the quay. It is two metres wide, 1,500 metres long and equipped with a tartan surface. In Limanski Park, the skate park can be used for skateboarding, BMX riding, roller skating and parkour.

Limanski Park also has a large children's playground with a variety of play equipment for outdoor activities. Dunavski Park is designated as a natural monument and has a lake at its centre. These places are clearly different from the activity-focused offerings at the quay and skate park.

Štrand has cafés, sports grounds and children's playgrounds. Anyone wishing to overcome a height difference directly on foot can use the stairs at Petrovaradin Fortress from the Lower Town to the Clock Tower and Upper Town. They have 214 steps, mostly made of stone and partly of bricks.

At Riblja pijaca, traditions relating to the production of food, handicrafts, wine and honey are presented. The market complements the museums and historic buildings with an insight into regional products and craft traditions. For broader trip planning, you can also compare Sremski Karlovci, Kovilj, Turija, Kovacica and Čerević.

How extensive are the holdings of the Library of Matica srpska?

The Library of Matica srpska has more than 3,000,000 books and other publications in its holdings. This makes it a distinct focus within Novi Sad's cultural offerings.

What does Štrand beach offer?

The offering combines dining, sports and family-oriented facilities in one place.

What is known about the Novi Sad Synagogue?

The monumental complex of the Novi Sad Synagogue was completed in 1909. The synagogue is one of the largest synagogues in this part of Europe.

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Relevant information for planning your trip:

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