On the Danube’s widest bend, Donji Milanovac rests in the heart of Serbia’s Iron Gates Gorge. Here the river opens into calm waters framed by forested cliffs, a backdrop that has sheltered life for thousands of years. Explore the archaeological site of Lepenski Vir, which reveals to you traces of Europe’s earliest civilization, or walk the river promenade, watching fishermen cast their nets as swans drift past. Nearby, wooded trails lead into Djerdap National Park, alive with bird calls and hidden views of the gorge. You may even pause for coffee in a family-run café or share stories with locals who have lived here for generations. With Celebrity River Cruises, Donji Milanovac is more than a stop, it’s a moment of stillness in the Danube’s dramatic flow.

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