Pros & cons
PROS
- Shaded outdoor terrace in a quiet meadow by Prošćansko Lake
- Handy stop next to panorama train station ST3 on the Upper Lakes loop
CONS
- Temporarily closed per the official park site
- Pricey with slow queues and a limited menu when operating
Overview
A simple kiosk-style snack stop tucked in the Upper Lakes, Buffet Labudovac is the kind of place you duck into for a sandwich and a coffee, then linger a few minutes under the trees. It sits in a grassy, wooded pocket near Prošćansko Lake, so the setting is lovely even if you only need a breather.
Status and what to expect
The official park listing currently shows this buffet as temporarily closed. When it operates, expect straightforward counter service (sandwiches, drinks, coffee), outdoor seating only, and card payments. Visitor reports are mixed: the setting is great, but prices run high, lines can move slowly at peak times, and items may sell out. Some visitors also note disposable cups being used.
Location & logistics
You’ll find it near the Upper Lakes by panorama train stop ST3, making it a convenient mid-route pause without leaving the loop. There’s no separate parking here—use the park entrances and internal transport. Restrooms aren’t clearly listed for this kiosk, so plan on using facilities at the major hubs (entrances, ferry piers, or train stations).
Best time to visit
If and when it reopens, aim for mid-morning to beat the lunch rush and the longest queues. Don’t bank on late-day service—kiosks here have been known to wind down early or run out of stock.
Bottom line
Worth a stop for the shaded setting and convenience if you happen to pass when it’s open, but don’t plan your only meal around it. Bring a backup snack and some water so you’re not at the mercy of lines or limited selection.
Where it is
44.8710, 15.6001Tips for Buffet Labudovac
- 01Confirm day-of status at the entrance boards; it’s currently listed as temporarily closed.
- 02Bring snacks and water—stock can be limited and sells out quickly.
- 03If it’s operating, go mid-morning to beat queues and the lunch rush.
- 04Have a payment card ready; reports note card-only transactions.
- 05Plan restroom breaks at ferry piers, train stations, or entrances rather than here.
Amenities
Near Buffet Labudovac
All places →All trails →
0.2 mi awayCiginovac LakeSerene Upper Lake with vivid hues and tufa‑fed cascadesScenic Viewpoint
0.2 mi awayProšćansko Lake ViewpointSerene, crowd-free shoreline views on a quiet upper lakeScenic Viewpoint
0.4 mi awayGalovac LakeUpper Lakes jewel by Prštavci falls and travertine barriersScenic Viewpoint
0.6 mi awayGalovački Buk WaterfallBroad Upper Lakes cascade framed by turquoise pools and tufa rimsScenic Viewpoint
1.2 mi awayRoute HFull Entrance 2 loop: Upper + Lower Lakes with boats and shuttlesEasy · 5.5 mi · 5 hr
1.2 mi awayRoute FLower Lakes boardwalk loop with a long boat ride, from Entrance 2Easy · 2.9 mi · 3.5 hr
1.2 mi awayRoute EUpper Lakes loop with boardwalks, a quick boat, and big cascadesEasy · 3.2 mi · 2.5 hr
2.4 mi awayRoute KFull-day circuit of the Upper and Lower Lakes on foot.Moderate · 11.4 mi · 7 hr
