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Pliva watermills

A row of tiny wooden watermills on stilts over the streams between the Pliva Lakes.

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Time needed
1 hour
Entry
Free
Best time
Morning
Area
Pliva Lakes

Tiny wooden mills on wooden stilts over the stream.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Pliva Lakes, Jajce 70101

  • From Jajce: About 5 km, 10 minutes by car or a pleasant walk along the lakes.
  • Path: Wooden walkways run between the mills.
  • Parking: Small car park nearby.

The story of the watermills

About 20 small mills, called mlinčići, were built by local families centuries ago to grind grain. Each family had its own mill.

They stand on wooden posts over the rushing water between the Big and Small Pliva Lakes, a scene that has become a symbol of Jajce.

Best time to visit

Best season

May to October.

Best time of day

Morning, when the light is soft.

Autumn

Golden trees reflected in the water.

Tips before you go

  • Go in the morning light.
  • Walk the lakeside path from Jajce.
  • Stay on the walkways; the wood can be slippery.

Best hotels near the watermills

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Hotel Stari Grad Jajce

Boutique hotel in the old town.

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Hotels in Jajce

Near the waterfall.

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Hotels near Pliva Lakes

Quiet stays by the water.

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All hotels near the watermills

What's around the watermills

  • Pliva LakesRowing and swimming.
  • Pliva Waterfall5 km away.
  • Jajce FortressIn town.
  • Lakeside cafésFresh trout.

Questions travellers ask

How many watermills are there?

About 20.

Is it free?

Yes.

How far from Jajce?

About 5 km.

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