Smederevo sights
Updated: 2026-10-24
Smederevo is a Danube town 45 km south-east of Belgrade and was the 15th-century capital of the Serbian Despotate; its huge lowland fortress fell to the Ottomans in 1459.
Today it is a quiet wine town with the fortress by the river, a grand church on the main square and the Obrenović summer villa on the hill. Below are 7 places.
Fortress and centre
1. Smederevo Fortress
Despot Đurađ Branković's fortress (1428–1430) where the Jezava meets the Danube — one of Europe's largest lowland fortresses.
Free entry to the main grounds
9 min walk from Republic Square
2. St George's Church
Consecrated in 1854, one of the largest churches in Serbia, dominating Republic Square.
1 min walk from Republic Square
3. Smederevo Museum
The local museum — archaeology, coins, the Despotate and ethnography.
4 min walk from Republic Square
4. Karađorđe's Mulberry
The mulberry tree under which Karađorđe received the keys of the fortress from the Ottoman commander in 1805.
2 min walk from Republic Square
5. Church of the Dormition
A small old church in the Old Smederevo Cemetery, a listed monument.
11 min walk from Republic Square
On the hill and beyond
6. Villa Zlatni Breg
The Obrenović dynasty's summer residence (from 1865) among vineyards, a state residence open to visitors since 2015.
3 km from the centre
7. Ram Fortress
A restored late 15th-century Ottoman fort above the Danube at Ram, 60 km east, with superb river views.
36 km from the centre
Tips
- Buses from Belgrade are frequent, about 50 minutes.
- Late September brings the Smederevo Autumn wine festival.
- Further down the Danube are Viminacium, Golubac and Đerdap.
Getting to Smederevo
- Beograd → Smederevo 35 departures on weekdays, from 48 min
FAQ
How do I get to Smederevo from Belgrade?
By bus from Belgrade, about 50 minutes.
Is the fortress free to visit?
Yes, the main grounds are free; some exhibitions and events are paid.
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