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This route is a stage of Section ST3 of the Sultans Trail, an international long-distance hiking trail from Vienna to Istanbul. The hiking route follows historic roads through eight countries (Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey), linking towns and villages in a traditional cultural and historic landscape.
The route passes Kupusina before arriving at Apatin.
moderate
Distance 23.1 km
5:35 h
12 m
23 m
95 m
80 m
The route from Sombor to Apatin, passing through the riverside village of Kupusina, unfolds across one of the most distinctive cultural and historical landscapes of the Bačka region. The trail follows the Danube’s broad floodplain, where fertile fields, river meadows, and quiet backwaters shape a landscape that has supported fishing and agriculture for centuries. Kupusina itself—a village with a strong Hungarian community—sits at the heart of this mosaic, and the path between Kupusina and Apatin crosses a strip of land that is formally part of Croatia, but the river that once marked the demarcation has shifted its course. The walk moves from Sombor’s elegant Habsburg-era avenues into open countryside, then toward Apatin’s long Danube embankment, where the Sultans Trail river once again meets the river.
Author’s recommendation
The Apatin Brewery
Difficulty
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moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
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95 m
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Hotel AndricApatin’s Brewery
Safety information
At this stage, no particular safety precautions are needed.Tips and suggestions
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Leaving Sombor, the trail follows the road to Kupusina, but just after the road bridge crossing the Bačka Canal, it turns away from the road. A field road leads through the flat agricultural landscape toward Kupusina. We pass through the settlement and leave it on a track lined with orchards, which brings us to a bridge over the Danube–Tisa–Danube Canal. After crossing, we turn left and continue along a field road that briefly runs through formal Croatian territory before re-entering Serbia (no border controls). After crossing the Mirni Dunav branch, a field road leads toward Apatin and joins the former railway line approaching the town.
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Crkva Svetog GeorgijaCrkva Presvetog Trojstva
Painting: The Battle of Senta
Manastir Svetog Arhidjakona Stefana
Sombor Theater
Crkva Svetog Jovana
Hotel Andric
City Museum Sombor
Gornje Podunavlje Special Nature Reserve, Bački Monoštor
Apatin’s Marina
Hotel Marina
SPA Junaković
Apatin’s Brewery
Old Synagogue Apatin
The Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary with the Black Virgin
Great Liman
Orthodox Church The Council of the Holy Apostles
Danube River promenade of Apatin
Danauschwaben Church Museum, Apatin
Public transport
Sombor, the most convenient method is by bus from Belgrade or Novi Sad, as it offers the most frequent direct connections. Sombor has a railway station that connects to international trains in Subotica or Novi Sad.To reach Apatin, you will most likely travel through Sombor, which is just 16 km away.
Directions
Sombor from :- Belgrade: Bus, ~3h 20m. Direct buses depart from Belgrade Main Bus Station every 2 hours. Check the timetable on polazak.rs here
- Novi Sad: Bus, ~1h 45m. Direct buses run every 2 hours. Train, ~2h 25m. Trains run approximately every 4 hours. Check the timetable on polazak.rs here.
- Subotica: Bus, ~1h 10m. Regular local and FlixBus services. Train, ~1h 30m, 4 departures daily. Check the timetable on polazak.rs here.
- Osijek (HR): Car, ~1h 15m. A 42 km drive requires crossing the border at Batina.
Apatin from:
- Sombor (Best Gateway): Frequent local buses depart roughly every 4 hours (or more during peak times) from the Sombor Main Bus Station. The ride takes only 20 minutes. Check the timetable on polazak.rs here.
- Novi Sad: Severtrans and FlixBus operate direct lines about 5 times daily. The trip takes approx. 2h 15m. Check the timetable at polazak.rs here
- Belgrade: Direct buses depart from Belgrade Main Bus Station (BAS) 3–5 times daily. The journey takes 4 hours. Check the timetable at polazak.rs here
Note: The Apatin railway line is closed to passenger traffic, so ignore older guides mentioning direct trains.
Parking
In Sombor, long-term parking is primarily managed through designated public zones or private hotel facilities. Since the city is relatively small, most secure long-term options are located within a short walk of the centre. The municipal parking service, JKP Parking Servis Sombor, operates various zones. For multi-day stays, the Gray Zone is the most cost-effective public option.Pro Tip: You can pay for parking via SMS if you have a local SIM card by sending your license plate number to the zone's designated four-digit number (e.g., 9250, 9251).
Coordinates
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45.772815, 19.115513
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45°46'22.1"N 19°06'55.8"E
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34T 353484 5070533
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Equipment
This stage of the Sultans Trail requires standard long-distance hiking equipment. Weather protection is essential, including rain and cold gear, depending on the season. In late spring and early summer, mosquito deterrents are strongly recommended, while during the hot season, sun protection and a sufficient water supply are essential. Reliable offline navigation tools should be carried at all times.Difficulty
T1
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
23.1 km
Duration
5:35 h
Ascent
12 m
Descent
23 m
Highest point
95 m
Lowest point
80 m
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