Bigova

Bigova is a small village in Montenegro situated at the southwest side of the Bay of Kotor, near Lustica Bay and Budva. An earthquake on this spot in 1664 destroyed what was once the ancient metropolis of Grispolis. Since then, this village was used as a natural port for fishing and to this date is still used for fishing with the historic touch of antique boats and fishnets still floating around. This secluded village opens up to the Adriatic Sea with splendid views of houses that are home to over 100 people and are embedded in verdant hills surrounded by crystal-clear waters. With its natural beauty and calm, tourists can enjoy the quiet bay for a little sunshine, swimming, and watersports or eat fresh traditional food at the local restaurants. 

Waters, Famous Beaches, and Settlements

Bigova has a pleasant Mediterranean climate with warm temperatures in the summer and chillier winters. It is ideal for a tranquil stop in Montenegro as Bigova sees a lot of sunlight in the afternoon during the summer season from June to September where the average maximum temperature is  85°F (29°C). Because of its location, this bay is protected from all but northwest winds, keeping the sea calm and pleasant to enter. Tourists can also enjoy swimming at the local beach of Bigova, where water temperatures average at 79°F (26°C) in the summer. 

Beach Bigova, commonly known as Stone Beach, is the only beach in the town. It is famed for its healing sand and today is formed by concrete, rocky, and sandy sections that run along the bay's coast. It provides the perfect intimate atmosphere for a pleasant time on land and in the water.  Tourists can enjoy snorkeling to explore numerous different fish, dive in its gorgeous azure seas, or kayak around the coast, with waters in the basin ranging between a depth of 2 to 16 meters. 

Bigova Harbor 

Bigova's stunning atmosphere is complemented by its natural harbor, which stretches down the shore. Its port provides 8 mooring buoys for boaters ranging 3 to 6 meters in depth near one of two restaurants on the bay. The village quay has mooring opportunities with depths of 2.5 to 3.5 meters but most spots are occupied with antique-looking boats and local fishing boats. Anchorage is also available with ample room north of the mooring buoys with a good hold on sand and weeds at 6 to 7 meters. With such opportunities, Bigova has become a favorite spot for boaters to lay given its secluded location and calm seas.

Places to Visit on Land

Although Bigova offers good shelter to boaters, there are few places to visit on land which adds to Bigova's uniqueness. In the village center lies the orthodox church of Saint Nikole. This church is nestled among two rows of towering cypress trees. Ancient burials can be examined beside a beautifully constructed church claimed to have been built on the ruins of a monastery that was demolished in the 14th century. To the left of the church is a Glamping site boasting a garden, shared lounge, and terrace. It is very popular to those who like to camp in luxury while enjoying spectacular views of the sea.

For adventurous types, a two-hour hike on a trail from Beach Bigova to Horizonti Beach also known as the Blue Horizons, awaits and offers a wonderful day in nature by the sea full of unpolluted air and rich greenery. Yet, the main reason to visit Bigova is to moor or anchor at one of the most secluded bays in Montenegro and enjoy both locally and freshly caught seafood at one of two restaurants: Grispolis and Pod Volatom.