Hell on the Road to Montenegro: Traffic Jams, Nerves, and Chaos at Sozina
The summer tourist season in Montenegro has reached its peak, and with it comes total chaos on the roads! If you planned to head to the Montenegrin coast this July, brace yourself for a real adventure – kilometers-long traffic jams and nerves stretched to the limit.
Sozina – The Bottleneck Breaking Nerves The Sozina tunnel, a key road connecting Podgorica to the coast, has turned into a nightmare for drivers. Vehicles are barely moving, and the heat only adds to the frustration. Videos circulating on social media show cars stuck in place while passengers anxiously wait for the traffic to inch forward.
Why Such a Jam? Montenegro is celebrating its Statehood Day on July 13 and 14, which complicates things further due to altered business hours. Tourists from Serbia and the region, who remain the most numerous this year, flock to the sea for its proximity, beautiful waters, untouched nature, and affordable prices. But none of these reasons help when a traffic jam stretches for tens of kilometers.
The Preševo border crossing, at the exit from Serbia to North Macedonia, is also a hotspot for long delays. Passenger vehicles face wait times of up to 70 minutes on exit and 60 minutes on entry. So if you plan to travel, be prepared for waiting here as well.
Survival Tips for the Traffic Jam Drivers are advised to be patient, maintain a comfortable temperature inside the vehicle, and definitely bring enough water and refreshments. Waiting times on this stretch often last up to an hour, so being prepared is crucial.
If possible, plan your trip south in the early morning or late evening to avoid peak traffic hours. Also, don’t try to “make up” time by speeding on local roads – speeding is not only dangerous but can also be costly.
Border Crossings and Regional Situation Besides Preševo, other border crossings in the region also experience heavy traffic, further complicating travel. The system at the Preševo-Tabanovci crossing between Serbia and North Macedonia operates normally, but delays remain significant.
Conclusion: Summer Paradise or Traffic Hell? While Montenegro attracts tourists with its nature and sea, the road there this year looks like a test of patience and nerves. Traffic jams at Sozina and the borders show that the summer season is in full swing, but traffic collapse is a reality many must accept.
If you’re already stuck in a jam, don’t despair – maybe it’s time to laugh at your misfortune and share your “adventures” with others. Who knows, your story might become the next viral hit on social media!
Got any tips on surviving this traffic madness? Or a funny story from the jam? Drop a comment and let’s laugh or rant about this traffic chaos together!
