Knjazevac (Serbian: Књажевац) is a town and municipality located in the Zaječar District of eastern Serbia. It is situated on the banks of the Svrljiški Timok River.

Understand

Knjaževac, with its approximately 20,000 residents, is the administrative center of the Knjaževac Municipality. The town's name is derived from the Serbian word "knjaz," which means "duke" or "prince," and it has played a significant role in the region's history.

Get in

By air

The nearest major airport to Knjaževac is Niš Constantine the Great Airport (INI), approximately 140 kilometers southwest of the town. From the airport, you can arrange for a taxi or use public transportation to reach Knjaževac.

By train

Knjaževac has a railway station, making it accessible by train from various Serbian cities. Check the Serbian Railways (Železnice Srbije) website for schedules and ticket information.

By bus

Several bus companies operate routes to and from Knjaževac. The * 1 bus station. (updated Sep 2023) is located near the town center.

Get around

Knjaževac is a compact town that can easily be explored on foot. Additionally, local buses and taxis are readily available for those who need to reach destinations outside the town center.

See

Town center

• 1 Memorial Park. (updated Sep 2023)
• 2 Homeland Museum. (updated Sep 2023)
• 3 Gurgusovacka Tower. (updated Sep 2023)
• 4 Knjaževac City Museum. (updated Feb 2024)

Further afield

• 5 Church of the Holy Mother of God. (updated Sep 2023)
• 6 Timacum Minus. (updated Sep 2023)

Buy

Knjaževac's town center has a range of shops, boutiques, and markets

Eat

• 1 Atrijum Timomed. (updated Sep 2023)
• 2 Mehana S.. (updated Sep 2023)
• 3 "River" Caffe Pizzeria. (updated Feb 2024)

Sleep

• 1 Hotel Timok. (updated Sep 2023)

Go next

• Niš: The third-largest city in Serbia, known for its historical significance and vibrant cultural scene, is just a few hours away by train or bus.
• Sokobanja: A picturesque spa town nestled in the Sokobanja Valley, offering relaxation and beautiful nature, located about 60 kilometers west of Knjaževac.
• Vidin: Cross the border into Bulgaria to visit Vidin, a historic city on the Danube River, known for its impressive medieval fortress.
• Drobeta-Turnu Severin: A town located on the Romanian banks of the Danube River. It's known for its ancient ruins, including the Trajan's Bridge or the medieval fortress of Severin. The town offers a serene riverside atmosphere.