The bridge was built eight years before the larger Stari Most.
It was constructed by the same architect responsible for the Cejvan Cehajina Mosque nearby.
The entire structure was washed away by a major flood in 1999, requiring a total reconstruction project supported by international cultural heritage funding.
The bridge serves as a pedestrian link connecting the Jusovina residential area to the main commercial quarter.
Local artisans frequently use the bridge as a backdrop for exhibiting traditional Bosnian metalwork and crafts.
The Crooked Bridge, or Kriva Ćuprija, is a miniature stone arch bridge crossing the Radobolja stream in Mostar. It was built in 1558 by the Ottoman architect Cejvan Kethoda, predating the construction of the famous Stari Most. The structure features a single semicircular arch built from local limestone. The bridge was heavily damaged by floods in 1999 and subsequently reconstructed using traditional techniques in 2001. It remains a historic example of Ottoman-era civil engineering. The surrounding Jusovina neighborhood provides a cluster of traditional Bosnian architecture, cafes, and stone-paved walkways.
From the water-level pathway on the north side of the stream, looking up at the arch.
Visit the small terrace restaurants tucked into the banks of the Radobolja directly underneath the bridge for a unique perspective.
Combine your visit with a walk through the surrounding Kujundžiluk bazaar area to see more Ottoman-style infrastructure.
Wear comfortable, flat-soled footwear as the cobblestones surrounding the bridge are uneven and often slippery.
Do not attempt to cross with wheeled luggage or strollers, as the steep stone steps are not accessible for those with mobility issues.
