Srebrenica Memorial Center: A Place of Remembrance
A solemn memorial and cemetery honoring the victims of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide, promoting remembrance, education, and peace.
The Srebrenica Memorial Center in Potočari, Bosnia and Herzegovina, stands as a solemn tribute to the victims of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide. It serves as a cemetery, museum, and educational center, ensuring the atrocities are never forgotten. Visitors can reflect on the past and pay their respects to the thousands of Bosnian Muslim men and boys who lost their lives.
A brief summary to Srebrenica Memorial Center
- 5852+6M7, Potočari, 75430, BA
- +38756991-940
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the weekdays to avoid larger crowds and have a more personal experience.
- Consider joining a guided tour for a deeper understanding of the events and their significance.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you may be walking on uneven terrain around the memorial site.
- Respect the solemn nature of the site; maintain a quiet demeanor and be mindful of others reflecting.
- Take time to explore the museum exhibits that provide context to the memorial and its purpose.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach the Srebrenica Memorial Center from Sarajevo, take a bus from the main bus station (Autobuska Stanica). The bus departs from platform 11 at 7:10 AM and arrives in Bratunac around 10:20 AM. From Bratunac, you can ask the driver to drop you off at the turn-off to the memorial complex, approximately 4 km outside of Bratunac towards Srebrenica. Alternatively, a taxi from Bratunac to the memorial will cost approximately 5-10 BAM. A one-way bus ticket from Sarajevo to Bratunac costs around 25.80 BAM.
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Car
If driving from Sarajevo, take the M18 highway towards East Sarajevo. After approximately 90 kilometers, take the M4 road towards Srebrenica. Follow the M4 for around 30 kilometers until you reach Potočari. The Srebrenica Memorial Center is located at 5852+6M7, Potočari 75430. Parking is available near the memorial center. Note that road signs may be in Serbian Cyrillic. Driving from Sarajevo to Srebrenica Memorial Center will take approximately 2.5 hours. There are no tolls on this route.
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