Dolno Konjsko holidays

Dolno Konjsko, Lake Ohrid, North Macedonia

The Bridge of Wishes, Lake Ohrid, North Macedonia

The Monastery of St Naum, Lake Ohrid, North Macedonia

Ohrid old town, Lake Ohrid, North Macedonia

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Mix leisurely days by the lake with trips to see the sights on a holiday to Dolno Konjsko.

Lakeside living

With just a handful of hotels and a laidback atmosphere, Dolno Konjsko feels a million miles from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Set midway down the eastern side of Lake Ohrid, you’ve got far-reaching views over the water to the mountains beyond. Make the most of the shoreside spot and spend your days swimming and soaking up the sunshine.

Out and about in Ohrid

Itching to explore? Take a 15-minute taxi ride up the lake shore and spend the day in the ancient town of Ohrid. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, its home to impressive historical buildings, from a Roman theatre to one of the biggest medieval fortresses in North Macedonia. As for lunch spots, you’ve got a row of waterfront restaurants to choose from, where you can tuck into freshly caught fish and take in lake views.

All aboard to see the sights

Two of Lake Ohrid’s must-see sites are super simple to visit by boat – just reserve your place and hop aboard to get there. Take a day trip to the Bay of Bones Museum, where you can see a reconstruction of a Bronze Age settlement built on platforms over the lake itself. And a little further down the shoreline is the Monastery of St Naum. Dating back to 905AD, it’s one of North Macedonia’s oldest churches, and inside the walls and ceilings are covered with centuries-old frescoes.

Good to know

Please be aware that in North Macedonia, smoking is permitted on balconies and on terraces at bars and restaurants.

Out and about

Lakeside promenade
Boat trips
Wildlife spotting
Beaches
Lake bathing
National park
Walking tours
Hiking
Paragliding
Old Town
Market
Local history museum
Churches
Monastery
Fortress
Roman theatre
Archaeological site

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Top things to see and do in Dolno Konjsko

Beaches

Dolno Konjsko beach

Walk a few minutes from the centre of the village to get to this scenic stretch of pebble shoreline. Leafy trees provide plenty of natural shade, and when you fancy cooling off you can wade into the shallows for a paddle.

Gradiste beach

This beach is a 15-minute taxi ride or a trip on the ferry away. It's worth making the journey, as it's one of the liveliest lakeside spots in the area. Once you're here, you'll be set for the day. Spend your time drifting between your lounger and the lake, then swing by one of the bars for music and cocktails.

Food & drink

Family-run restaurants

It's a case of quality over quantity in Dolno Konjsko, with just a handful of small family-run restaurants to tempt you. There's lots of local fare on offer and the dishes are filled with fresh ingredients and local flavours - think goat's cheese salads, barbecued meat and grilled lake fish served with a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Dine with lake views

Some restaurants overlook the shoreline, giving you the perfect backdrop for a meal. Gostlina Kaj Mece has a covered terrace, so you can enjoy a lunch stop with a lake backdrop. Food-wise, it's all about simple dishes and fresh local ingredients - start off with salads and warm bread dipped into makalo, a tasty garlic dip, before tucking into ribs or lake fish fresh from the grill.

Local specialities

If you're after a true taste of North Macedonia, look out for local favourites on the menu, like fish soup and tav?e grav?e - a flavoursome bean stew that comes served in a traditional earthenware pot straight from the oven. Then round things off with a flaky baklava pastry filled with chopped nuts and drizzled in honey.

Getting about

Buses

The local buses in Lake Ohrid are blue and white and run by the Galeb bus company. Ask at your hotel reception for the nearest stop and a timetable, and look out for yellow markings on the road to see where to wait. Buses generally run every hour until around midnight, but after that you'll need to take a taxi.

Ferries

Take a 15-minute taxi to Ohrid harbour and book a spot on the ferry to spend the day down at southern end of the lake. The local ferry leaves Ohrid every day at 10am, and tickets are around €15 per person. Wander through the Monastery of St Naum, originally built by Saint Naum of Ohrid in 905 BC, or through the gardens where you can spot peacocks, fountains and plenty of photo ops before grabbing a bite to eat at the restaurant. And you can take a boat ride at the nearby springs of the Black Drim river that connect Lake Ohrid with Lake Prespa too, it'll last around 20 minutes and is a great way to see local wildlife.

On Foot

Dolno Konjsko’s a little village, so you're never more than a few minutes’ walk from anywhere. And if you do fancy heading further afield, then taxis are very affordable.

Walking

The village is backed by the tree-covered hills of the Galičica national park, where you can stretch your legs and take in views over the lake to the mountains beyond.