Things To Do
in Kovačica

A layered cheese and pastry pie common in Vojvodina; you’ll find both sweet and savory versions in bakeries and family restaurants.

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Cabbage rolls stuffed with rice and minced meat, slow-cooked and served warm — a winter favorite in homes and taverns.

Grilled minced meat specialties available in local grill houses; served with lepinja (flatbread) and ajvar (pepper relish).

Local pastries and doughnuts influenced by Central European baking, great for an afternoon snack with coffee.

Small local market where you can buy seasonal fruits, vegetables, cheeses and homemade preserves; shopkeepers often sell freshly baked goods and smoked meats.

Scattered roadside stalls around the municipality offering home-made jams, eggs, cheeses and occasionally grilled street snacks during festivals.

Handshakes are the standard greeting; address older people with polite formalities and use titles when appropriate. A warm welcome and hospitality are common — accept an offered drink or snack as a gesture of friendliness.

Ask permission before photographing people, especially inside homes or during religious services. Some households prefer privacy, and elders may be reserved about being photographed.

Dress modestly when entering churches and remove hats. During religious or cultural festivals behave respectfully and follow local customs.

If invited to a home meal, it’s polite to bring a small gift (sweets, wine) and to compliment the host; offer thanks with 'Hvala' after eating.

Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory. In restaurants leaving around 5–10% for good service is common; round up small bills for cafés, and give taxi drivers small change. For guides or exceptional service a larger tip is appropriate.

Serbian dinar (RSD) is the local currency. Card payments are accepted in many restaurants and shops in town, but small markets, roadside stalls and some village businesses are cash-only — carry some dinars. ATMs are available in larger towns nearby.

Warm to hot temperatures with long daylight hours; ideal for outdoor exploration, cycling and festivals but expect strong sun—bring sunscreen and a hat. Mosquitoes and ticks can be present near fields and wetlands.

Pleasant temperatures and colorful harvest landscapes; a great time for food-focused visits, winery stops and photographing changing fields. Some tourist services wind down after summer.

Cold, occasionally snowy with short days; cultural events continue but some rural attractions or guesthouses may close. Dress warmly and be prepared for icy roads on country lanes.

Mild weather, blooming fields and fewer tourists — excellent for birdwatching and low-season rates. Roads can be muddy after rains so waterproof footwear is useful.

A unique sandy steppe area with marked trails through dunes, forested patches and grasslands; good for short hikes, nature walks and birdwatching.

A few hours’ drive away, Fruška Gora National Park offers well-marked hiking paths, monasteries and panoramic views — a classic regional hiking destination.

Hiking and vineyard trails in the Vršac area provide moderate climbs, scenic viewpoints and opportunities to combine hiking with wine tasting.

Gentle walks along river bends and oxbow lakes near nearby towns for easy, low-impact nature outings and birdwatching.

Kovačica is noted for its Slovak-descended population, whose language, traditions and art strongly influence the town’s cultural life.

Ethnic Serbs form an important part of the community and participate in shared local institutions and festivals.

Smaller minority groups, including Roma and others, contribute to the town’s demographic mix and cultural diversity.

Like many rural towns in the region, Kovačica has a significant older population, with younger people often moving to larger cities for work.

The most popular sport across Serbia; local amateur clubs and youth teams are common, with matches as community events.

Widely played and followed in the region; indoor sports halls host local competitions and youth training.

Folk dance groups and cultural performances are an important part of local festivals and community life; not a competitive sport but a strong cultural practice.

Popular recreational activities in the surrounding rivers and countryside, subject to permits and seasonal regulations.