Prizren Stone Bridge
The Prizren Stone Bridge is Kosovo’s civic connector, an 18th-century Ottoman span over the Bistrica River that links Prizren’s historic core, inviting locals and visitors to cross centuries with every step on its worn stones.
The Story
The Prizren Stone Bridge was constructed in the 18th century as part of the Ottoman civic development of Prizren. Its design features three stone arches, a slightly curved deck, and cut stone parapets, typical of Ottoman bridge engineering across the Balkans.
The bridge has long served as a connector not just physically between neighborhoods, but symbolically between cultures, faiths, and generations. It links the Sinan Pasha Mosque to the Marash neighborhood and the League of Prizren Complex, forming a central axis of Prizren’s historical and civic life.
In 1979, the bridge was damaged by flooding but was carefully restored using original materials and techniques. It is now protected as a cultural monument, and its surroundings have been pedestrianized to preserve its atmosphere.
Visitors often linger on the bridge to take photos, listen to the river, or watch the city move around them. It remains a favorite spot for couples, artists, and tour groups, and is featured in nearly every visual narrative of Prizren.
Insider Tips
Last update
Nov 30, 2025
Admission: Free public access
Photography: Best during sunset or early morning; reflections on the river enhance the scene
Open Hours: Always accessible; illuminated at night
Alternate Names: Ura e Gurit, Prizren Ottoman Bridge
Getting There: Located in the center of Prizren’s old town; walkable from all major landmarks
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