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No. 3872 · Bosnia and Herzegovina · Eastern Europe and the Balkans

Široki Brijeg

43.37°N 17.58°E · 312 m

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Overview

Široki Brijeg is a small Bosnian town on the Lištica River in northern Herzegovina, known locally as 'Široki'. The town serves primarily as a transit stop between the Adriatic coast and the Bosnian interior, with Mostar located just 20-25 km away.

Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Transit Hub

Before you go

Language

Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian is the local language. Basic English may be limited outside tourist areas.

Money

Bosnia and Herzegovina uses the Bosnia and Herzegovina Convertible Mark (BAM/KM) as currency.

Transport

Široki Brijeg is accessed by road from Mostar (20-25 km), Međugorje (42 km), Ploče (88 km), and Split (119 km). No railway connection exists.

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