If you are still unsure what to pack in your suitcase for a trip to Montenegro, we have the solution for you. Here we have prepared the perfect packing list for your Montenegro trip compiled for all seasons.
Checklist travel documents
- Valid passport (check the validity and renew it if necessary)
- Copy of passport (save digitally or keep separately from the original)
- Visa if necessary (not required with German or European passport)
- Insurance policy Health insurance abroad (online)
- Vaccination card (check if you need to refresh your vaccinations)
- Flight ticket (printout or e-ticket)
- Travel credit card
- Cash
- List of emergency contacts and allergies, if applicable.
- Optional: National driver's license (if you still want to rent a car/scooter)
Checklist Electronics
- Mobile phone with charger
- Headphones
- Powerbank* or Solar charger*
- Flashlight*/Headlamp*
- Optional: Camera with charger
- Optional: Rain cover for your camera
- Optional: Laptop/tablet/E-Reader*/Kindle with charger
- Optional: Multiple socket
- Optional: Rain cover for your smartphone
Checklist toilet bag
- Toothbrush*
- Toothpaste*
- Dental floss*
- Deodorant*
- Hairbrush*
- Sunscreen*
- Shaver*
- Shower gel/soap*
- Shampoo*/Conditioner
- Nail care
- Face lotion
- Lip protection with UV protection*
- Tweezers*
- Hygiene articles
- Optional: Make-Up
Checklist first-aid kit
- Hand disinfectant* or cloths
- Painkillers (e.g. ibuprofen, aspirin)
- Diarrhoea medication (e.g. Imodium Akut, charcoal tablets)
- Wound cream (e.g. Bepanthen)
- Plasters and blister plasters
- If necessary, tablets against travel sickness
- Anti-mosquito products (e.g. Nobite, Autan, with ingredient DEET* or similar)
Personal comfort checklist
- Backpack (make sure your hand luggage measures 55x40x20cm for the plane)
- Sunscreen*
- Sunglasses
- Earplugs*/Earplugs*
- Books/Magazines
- Headgear/Cap
- Sleep mask*
- Travel pillow* (for flight and longer trips)
Checklist Environmentally Conscious Travel
With these little things you can actively help to avoid plastic in Montenegro and simply make your contribution to environmental protection:
- Reusable Silicone tubes* Filled with your shampoo, conditioner, shower gel.
- Reusable bottle (preferably stainless steel for hot and cold)
- Optional: Reusable cup (preferably stainless steel for hot and cold)
- Optional: Stainless steel Outdoor cutlery* (knife, spoon, fork, chopsticks, straw)
Climate in Montenegro: packing list for each season
Basically, the climate in Montenegro can be divided into two climate zones: the coast and the interior. On the Montenegrin coast, the climate is Mediterranean: summers are hot (around 30 degrees) and dry, winters are moderately cool with relatively heavy precipitation. ... The plain around the capital Podgorica is characterized by hot, dry summers and cold winters with snow.
Best time to visit Montenegro coast
Due to its location on the Adriatic coast, between Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina, the climate on the coast of Montenegro is Mediterranean. This comes along with hot, dry summers and relatively cool winters. In the summer you can expect temperatures of 25-30°C, while in the winter months it cools down considerably and temperatures can reach just above freezing point. Despite the very cool climate, however, one need not expect snow.
Travel time: May-September
At this time, the Adriatic coast of Montenegro is a super alternative to crowded destinations on the Adriatic Sea. The sea is pleasantly warm and the sun shines continuously.
Best time to visit Montenegro inland
The narrow coastal strip is separated from the rest of the country by the Dinaric Mountains and introduces a new climatic zone. In fact, inland Montenegro is dominated by continental climate. This means hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters.
Travel time: spring and autumn
During these months, the temperatures are ideal for an active vacation or a city trip. Scenic highlights such as Lake Scutari, the largest lake in Montenegro, or Lovcen National Park are the perfect destination for those who long for pure nature. Recreation seekers and hikers can head for the Black Lake (Crno Jezero), which is located in the Durmitor National Park.
Spring weather in Montenegro (March to May)
Spring weather in Podgorica, coast
In Podgorica, the average temperature rises from 11°C in March to a warm 20°C in May.
Spring weather in Žabljak, inland
Temperatures inland are somewhat cooler, rising from about 6°C to 16°C.
Montenegro packing list spring (March to May): clothes and shoes
- Underwear
- Socks
- Pajamas/sleepwear
- Swimwear & towel
- T-shirts (should cover the shoulders)
- Hoodie
- Jeans or long pants
- Shorts
- Thin jacket
- Thin rain jacket
- Hiking boots for mountain tours and national parks
- Sneakers
- Sandals/Flip Flops
Summer weather in Montenegro (June - August)
Summer weather in Podgorica, coast
The summer months on the coast are similarly warm and all perfect for a relaxing swim! The warmest month in the city is August with average temperatures ranging from a minimum of 25°C to a maximum of 30°C.
Summer weather in Žabljak, inland
Temperatures also rise inland and a dip in one of the many lakes in the mountains also becomes a treat! The warmest month is also August with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
Montenegro summer packing list (June-August): clothes and shoes
- Underwear
- Socks
- Pajamas/sleepwear
- Swimwear & towel
- T-Shirts
- Sweater (for the mountains)
- Multiple shorts
- Jeans or long, light trousers
- Thin rain jacket
- Hiking boots for mountain tours and national parks
- Sneakers
- Sandals/Flip Flops
- Headgear (e.g.: cap, sun hat)
Autumn weather in Montenegro (September to November)
Autumn weather in Podgorica, coast
Autumn is characterized by similar temperatures as spring, even slightly better and warmer. September is the warmest autumn month in the capital, with 24°C. The last months of autumn, October and November, cool down a bit faster and the average temperatures vary between 14 and 18 °C.
Autumn weather in Žabljak, inland
September is still characterized by good weather with an average of 19°C. In October and November the bathing fun stops and it comes at around 11 ° C rather the time for extensive hikes.
Montenegro Packing List Autumn (September to November): Clothing and Shoes
- Underwear
- Warm socks
- Pajamas/sleepwear
- Swimwear (for September)
- T-Shirts
- Warmer sweaters (for the mountains)
- Hoodie
- Jeans or long pants
- Rain jacket
- Thicker jacket/coat
- Scarf and possibly thin gloves & hat (for the mountains)
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Sneakers/Boots
- Sandals/Flip Flops
- Umbrella, especially for domestic
Winter weather in Montenegro (December to February)
Winter weather Podgorica, coast
Between December and February the temperature in the capital is constant at 7°C / 8°C and it is a good time to visit the many historical cities of Montenegro.
Winter weather in Žabljak, inland
At night it is quite possible to experience sub-zero temperatures, and during the day the temperatures settle at around 2 °C. There are also three small ski resorts in the Durmitor National Park, which invite you to ski and snowboard in the winter months. An absolute insider tip- as it is cheaper and not as crowded as in other European countries.
Montenegro Winter Packing List (December to February): Clothing and Shoes
- Underwear
- Thermal underwear/ski underwear (for longer hikes)
- Warm socks
- Pajamas/sleepwear
- T-Shirts
- Warmer sweaters
- Hoodie
- Jeans or long pants
- Rain jacket
- Thick jacket/coat
- Scarf, Gloves & Hat
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Sneakers/Winter Boots
- Umbrella
- Ski suit (for the ski resort)
For even more information about the weather in Montenegro you can check out the best time to travel Montenegro read through.
Recommended vaccinations
There are no compulsory vaccinations for direct entry from Germany.
For your trip to Montenegro it is recommended to have a vaccination or immunity against: tetanus, diphtheria, polio, pertussis, measles and hepatitis A.
Make sure that your standard immunizations are according to the vaccination calendar of the Robert-Koch-Institute are up to date.
Conclusion
Basically, less is more. The important documents such as the passport must not be missing, of course. On a round trip with many stops it is simply easier to travel with light luggage. Also, with a light suitcase on the outbound flight, there is more room for travel souvenirs during the trip. Do not forget a comfortable backpack for hiking in Montenegro's National Parks to pack.
Download packing list PDF
Here you can download the Montenegro packing list conveniently as PDF.