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3.5
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3
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Fruška Gora TV Tower – Iriški Venac TV tower memorial loop from Нови Сад
03:45
55.3km
720m
Gravel riding
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: July 11, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 9.65 km for 108 m
Waypoints
A
Start point
Train Station
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3.10 km
Žeželj Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
The original Zhezel Bridge (377 meters long) was over an arch bridge built between 1957 and 1961. It was designed by the eminent Yugoslav civil engineer Branko Zhezel and was constructed by Mostogradnja. It connected the urban area of Novi Sad and Petrovaradin. During its existence, it served as part of an international railway line and as a transit route through Novi Sad.
Original bridge damaged in 1999 (before complete destruction a few days later)
During the NATO bombing of Yugoslavia, the bridge was bombed 12 times. On 23 April 1999, it was finally destroyed, disrupting rail transport between Belgrade and Subotica, ie [3]. During the NATO bombing, all three major bridges over the Danube in Novi Sad (Zhezel Bridge, Varadin Bridge and the Freedom Bridge) were completely destroyed.
In 2000, a temporary Road-Railway Bridge was built near Zhezhel Bridge to serve as a replacement for Zhezhel Bridge until a new one was built. Over the years, the construction of the new Zhezel Bridge has been postponed several times.
Construction work on the new bridge on the same site officially began in April 2012. The main designer of the new bridge was Alexander Bojovic, and the contractor was an international consortium, JV Azvi - Taddei - Horta Coslada. The new bridge is visually similar to the destroyed bridge, except that the arches are made of steel and not prestressed concrete. The bridge consists of two arches, the larger being 219 meters (719 feet) long and 42 meters (138 feet) high, and the smaller 177 meters (581 feet) long and 34 meters (112 feet) high. 7]
In October 2017, the arches of Zhezel Bridge were connected after five years of construction and eighteen years after the demolition of the previous bridge. As of October 2017, the construction works amounted to EUR 51.71 million. The bridge was completed in April 2018 and regular rail transport was established. The transit of the vehicle was established on September 1, 2018. Encyclopedia site: bg.wikiqube.net
Original bridge damaged in 1999 (before complete destruction a few days later)
During the NATO bombing of Yugoslavia, the bridge was bombed 12 times. On 23 April 1999, it was finally destroyed, disrupting rail transport between Belgrade and Subotica, ie [3]. During the NATO bombing, all three major bridges over the Danube in Novi Sad (Zhezel Bridge, Varadin Bridge and the Freedom Bridge) were completely destroyed.
In 2000, a temporary Road-Railway Bridge was built near Zhezhel Bridge to serve as a replacement for Zhezhel Bridge until a new one was built. Over the years, the construction of the new Zhezel Bridge has been postponed several times.
Construction work on the new bridge on the same site officially began in April 2012. The main designer of the new bridge was Alexander Bojovic, and the contractor was an international consortium, JV Azvi - Taddei - Horta Coslada. The new bridge is visually similar to the destroyed bridge, except that the arches are made of steel and not prestressed concrete. The bridge consists of two arches, the larger being 219 meters (719 feet) long and 42 meters (138 feet) high, and the smaller 177 meters (581 feet) long and 34 meters (112 feet) high. 7]
In October 2017, the arches of Zhezel Bridge were connected after five years of construction and eighteen years after the demolition of the previous bridge. As of October 2017, the construction works amounted to EUR 51.71 million. The bridge was completed in April 2018 and regular rail transport was established. The transit of the vehicle was established on September 1, 2018. Encyclopedia site: bg.wikiqube.net
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14.4 km
Везирац
Peak
3
23.4 km
Fruška Gora TV Tower
Highlight • Monument
Remnants of a TV tower damaged during NATO bombing campaign of '99.
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4
23.4 km
Iriški Venac TV tower memorial
Highlight • Monument
Further up the road, not far away from the TV tower, there is Hotel Norcev, and a public water tap next to it, where you can replenish your water supply.
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5
25.6 km
Monument to the Fallen Red Army Soldiers
Highlight • Monument
6
25.7 km
Freedom Monument (Spomenik Slobode) at Iriški Venac
Highlight • Monument
Before World War II, Iriški Venac was one of the central points of Fruška Gora, located at the intersection of Grebenski Put (Ridge Road), today called the Partizanski Put, and the road between Irig and Sremska Kamenica. As an important communication center, Iriški Venac was under the armed control of the occupiers throughout the war and was only liberated in October 1944 by the units of the 7th Vojvodina Brigade.
The monument known as "Freedom", dedicated to the fallen fighters and the National Liberation Movement (NOP) of Vojvodina, is one of the first more representative monuments erected in the territory of Vojvodina, and it is also among the most impressive monuments erected in the first decade after liberation across the entire territory of Yugoslavia.
Even though Iriški Venac was not of major importance for the Fruška Gora partisans, it was chosen for the location of this monument, being the tourist and traffic center of the mountain. It was unveiled on July 7th, 1951, on the 10th anniversary of the Uprising in Serbia, in the presence of around 100,000 citizens.
The author of the monument is the renowned sculptor Sreten Stojanović. "Freedom" belongs to the group of figurative-architectural monuments. The monument is built of Belovac stone and paved with Motajnica granite. The total height of the monument is 36 meters, and the figure of a woman - the personification of the ideal of freedom - at the top of the obelisk is 7 meters high. By some accounts, the figure of the woman is oriented towards Bosnia, because that is where most of the partisans from Srem and the entire Vojvodina province went to combat.
In front of the obelisk, on a high pedestal, there is a composition made up of six figures, symbolizing the people of Srem and Vojvodina who rose up in revolt. The base of the monument is framed by a bronze relief 50 meters long, which, through several chronological and thematic units, presents the development and course of the People's Liberation Struggle (NOB) in the area of Srem.
Among other things, the relief depicts the entry and terror of the occupiers, the beginning of the uprising, the cooperation between the common people and the partisans, armed conflicts with the occupiers, and the final victory.
[This site is part of the Liberation Routes cycling tour "The Danube to Victory Route" (58km)]
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The monument known as "Freedom", dedicated to the fallen fighters and the National Liberation Movement (NOP) of Vojvodina, is one of the first more representative monuments erected in the territory of Vojvodina, and it is also among the most impressive monuments erected in the first decade after liberation across the entire territory of Yugoslavia.
Even though Iriški Venac was not of major importance for the Fruška Gora partisans, it was chosen for the location of this monument, being the tourist and traffic center of the mountain. It was unveiled on July 7th, 1951, on the 10th anniversary of the Uprising in Serbia, in the presence of around 100,000 citizens.
The author of the monument is the renowned sculptor Sreten Stojanović. "Freedom" belongs to the group of figurative-architectural monuments. The monument is built of Belovac stone and paved with Motajnica granite. The total height of the monument is 36 meters, and the figure of a woman - the personification of the ideal of freedom - at the top of the obelisk is 7 meters high. By some accounts, the figure of the woman is oriented towards Bosnia, because that is where most of the partisans from Srem and the entire Vojvodina province went to combat.
In front of the obelisk, on a high pedestal, there is a composition made up of six figures, symbolizing the people of Srem and Vojvodina who rose up in revolt. The base of the monument is framed by a bronze relief 50 meters long, which, through several chronological and thematic units, presents the development and course of the People's Liberation Struggle (NOB) in the area of Srem.
Among other things, the relief depicts the entry and terror of the occupiers, the beginning of the uprising, the cooperation between the common people and the partisans, armed conflicts with the occupiers, and the final victory.
[This site is part of the Liberation Routes cycling tour "The Danube to Victory Route" (58km)]
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26.9 km
Иришки венац
Mountain Pass
8
31.6 km
Zmajevac Viewpoint, Fruška Gora National Park
Highlight • Viewpoint
This viewpoint offers a view of the southern slopes of Fruška Gora, with the Vrdnik Tower visible on a nearby hill. The tower is a remnant of a 14th-century fortification destroyed during the Turkish conquests in the 16th century.
Although no extensive archaeological research has been conducted, indications suggest that the medieval fortress may have been built on older foundations, possibly dating back to the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius Probus (3rd century AD), who was originally from this region.
Beyond the foothills of Fruška Gora, the plains of Srem stretch southward for about 30 kilometers to the Sava River, which marked the boundary between the Independent State of Croatia (NDH) and occupied Serbia during World War II. Although the anti-fascist movement had significant support in most villages of Srem, and despite the villages being well connected with alternative route networks, the plain presented challenging terrain. The greatest threats came from larger cities like Ruma and Sremska Mitrovica, as well as key roads and the heavily guarded Belgrade–Zagreb railway, where fascist units, bunkers, and armored trains were stationed.
[This site is part of the Liberation Routes cycling tour "Fruška Gora Liberation Circuit"]
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Although no extensive archaeological research has been conducted, indications suggest that the medieval fortress may have been built on older foundations, possibly dating back to the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius Probus (3rd century AD), who was originally from this region.
Beyond the foothills of Fruška Gora, the plains of Srem stretch southward for about 30 kilometers to the Sava River, which marked the boundary between the Independent State of Croatia (NDH) and occupied Serbia during World War II. Although the anti-fascist movement had significant support in most villages of Srem, and despite the villages being well connected with alternative route networks, the plain presented challenging terrain. The greatest threats came from larger cities like Ruma and Sremska Mitrovica, as well as key roads and the heavily guarded Belgrade–Zagreb railway, where fascist units, bunkers, and armored trains were stationed.
[This site is part of the Liberation Routes cycling tour "Fruška Gora Liberation Circuit"]
komoot.com/de-de/tour/1870928931?share_token=arNOGj2dKOO605JTe2ZpbVW7s7N624smYsy5No7bVl78oCzjv4&ref=wtd
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48.4 km
Church of the Nativity of the Holy Mother of God (Rodjenje Presvete Bogorodice)
Highlight • Religious Site
Architectural marvel of newer era in Orthodox Churches. Celebrates birth of Virgin Mary.
Very unique water fountain in the courtyard for you to refill your bottle.
Enjoy and respect.
Very unique water fountain in the courtyard for you to refill your bottle.
Enjoy and respect.
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10
53.2 km
Novi Sad Synagogue
Highlight • Religious Site
The synagogue is the most monumental sacred building in the city. Along with the former Jewish school building (on the left) and the Jewish Community building (on the right), the Synagogue was constructed in the first decade of the 20th century according to the designs of the Budapest architect Lipót Baumhorn, known for his numerous buildings done in the Secessionist style. Its impressive presence and rich decoration testify to the former power and grandeur of the Jewish community, which had been present in Novi Sad since its beginnings. The first synagogue was erected as early as 1717, as a witness to the fact that Jews were among the first inhabitants of Novi Sad.
Before World War II, Novi Sad had a Jewish population of around 4,300. About 800 were killed during the Novi Sad Raid from January 21 to 23, 1942. After the Third Reich occupied Hungary in March 1944, the Nazis began implementing the "Final Solution to the Jewish question” in these areas as well. In April 1944, a ghetto was established in the Synagogue's courtyard, from which almost all of Novi Sad's Jews were deported to Auschwitz on April 27. After the war, only about 300 Jews remained in Novi Sad.
Many Jews joined the anti-fascist movement and the People's Liberation Movement (NOP) from the beginning of the occupation and fought in the ranks of the partisans. In 2023, a monument was erected in the Synagogue's courtyard to commemorate the fallen Jewish fighters against fascism.
[This site is part of the Liberation Routes cycling tour "The Danube to Victory Route" (58km)]
komoot.com/tour/1933369594?share_token=aRc7kQYJ01cywoOlRPXzWvplRxrDI3K22D17Rs90xCFiVo5TvF&ref=wtd
Before World War II, Novi Sad had a Jewish population of around 4,300. About 800 were killed during the Novi Sad Raid from January 21 to 23, 1942. After the Third Reich occupied Hungary in March 1944, the Nazis began implementing the "Final Solution to the Jewish question” in these areas as well. In April 1944, a ghetto was established in the Synagogue's courtyard, from which almost all of Novi Sad's Jews were deported to Auschwitz on April 27. After the war, only about 300 Jews remained in Novi Sad.
Many Jews joined the anti-fascist movement and the People's Liberation Movement (NOP) from the beginning of the occupation and fought in the ranks of the partisans. In 2023, a monument was erected in the Synagogue's courtyard to commemorate the fallen Jewish fighters against fascism.
[This site is part of the Liberation Routes cycling tour "The Danube to Victory Route" (58km)]
komoot.com/tour/1933369594?share_token=aRc7kQYJ01cywoOlRPXzWvplRxrDI3K22D17Rs90xCFiVo5TvF&ref=wtd
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55.3 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
21.3 km
12.5 km
10.7 km
5.88 km
4.96 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
32.8 km
17.5 km
3.97 km
592 m
438 m
< 100 m
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