20/44
20/44 is a compact, culture-forward splav moored on the Sava in Savamala that operates as equal parts bar, music venue, and community space. Named after Belgrade's coordinates (44 degrees north, 20 degrees east), it programs an eclectic mix of DJ sets, live performances, art exhibitions, and daytime events that set it apart from the party-focused mega-splavovi. The crowd is creative, curious, and more international than most Belgrade venues. The space is small enough that 200 people makes it feel full, which creates an intimate atmosphere that the larger river clubs can't match. Music ranges from jazz and funk to electronic and world music depending on the night. Drinks are reasonably priced, the atmosphere is unpretentious, and the sunset views from the deck are among the best free entertainment in Belgrade. Daytime programming on weekends includes brunch sessions and afternoon DJ sets that attract a different crowd from the late-night visitors, making 20/44 one of the few Belgrade venues that works equally well at 5 PM and 1 AM.
What to Expect
A laid-back, creative atmosphere on a smaller floating venue. The crowd mixes locals, expats, and tourists who are looking for something beyond mainstream nightlife. Music varies nightly. Conversation is possible even when the DJ is playing. The deck is intimate and social.
Intimate, creative, and warm. The kind of place where you end up talking to the person next to you about music, art, or why Belgrade is underrated.
Eclectic: jazz, funk, soul, world music, downtempo electronic, and occasional techno depending on the event
Casual and creative. Anything goes as long as you're genuine about it. This is the anti-Freestyler in terms of dress expectations.
Travelers who want to meet Belgrade's creative community. Couples looking for a relaxed river venue. Anyone tired of mainstream club culture.
Cash (RSD) and cards accepted
Price Range
Entry free to RSD 500, beer RSD 250-350, cocktails RSD 500-800, wine RSD 300-500
≈ EUR 2.13-6.80 / USD 2.30-7.40 for drinks
Hours
Daily from 5 PM (summer), weekends from 9 PM (winter), closing 2-4 AM depending on the night
Insider Tip
Come for sunset. The view from the deck as the sun drops behind the Sava is worth the visit alone. Check their social media for the weekly program because every night is different. Weekday events are often free and less crowded.
Full Review
20/44 proves that a splav doesn't need to be huge to be memorable. The vessel is small by Savamala standards, holding maybe 200 people comfortably across an open deck and a compact interior cabin. The deck is the main space in summer: wooden planking, simple furniture, string lights, and the Sava flowing past. The interior handles winter operations with a warmth that the bigger splavovi can't replicate. The decoration is minimal and honest, with art pieces rotating through the space and a general aesthetic that says 'someone who cares runs this place.'
The programming is what sets 20/44 apart from everything on the riverbank. While neighbors Freestyler and Mladost i Ludost play mainstream hits, 20/44 books jazz musicians, world music DJs, experimental electronic acts, and art events that would be at home in a gallery. Daytime sessions on weekends attract a brunch crowd that transitions into afternoon drinks that transition into evening music. The curation is thoughtful, and regulars know to check the weekly schedule because no two nights are the same. This variety means 20/44 attracts people who choose it specifically rather than default to it.
The crowd reflects the programming. Expect artists, musicians, expats, exchange students, and Belgraders who identify more with the city's cultural scene than its nightclub scene. Conversations start easily because the volume allows them. The bar serves simple drinks well: beer is cold, wine is Serbian, and the cocktails are honest rather than elaborate. Prices stay low, which keeps the crowd diverse in age and background. You'll find 22-year-old art students sitting next to 40-year-old architects, united by taste rather than demographics.
For visitors, 20/44 offers the most accessible entry point into Belgrade's creative side. The atmosphere is welcoming, the music is interesting, and the location on the river provides constant ambient beauty. It won't give you the massive splav party experience, but it will give you something you'll remember more specifically. Come for sunset on a weekday for the best introduction. The light on the Sava as the sun goes down, with a good playlist and a cold beer, is one of Belgrade's genuinely perfect moments.
The Neighborhood
20/44 sits along the Savamala splav row but attracts a different crowd than its mainstream neighbors. It's within walking distance of Hangar and Dragstor, making it a natural first stop before heading to electronic clubs later in the evening.
Getting There
Walk along the Sava riverbank from Brankov Bridge, about 10 minutes. The venue is smaller than its neighbors, so look for the name painted on the hull. Car:Go drops you on Savski kej, from which you walk down to the river level.
Address
Savski kej, Savamala
Other Venues in Savamala
Freestyler
Belgrade's most famous splav, a massive floating nightclub on the Sava river with capacity for over 2,000 people. Mainstream pop, R&B, and Serbian turbofolk keep the dance floor packed until sunrise.
Lasta
A two-level river club with an open-air deck and indoor dance floor. The music policy leans toward commercial house and pop remixes, attracting a well-dressed crowd in their mid-twenties to thirties.
Hangar
A converted riverside warehouse hosting some of Belgrade's best electronic music nights. The raw industrial space pulls serious techno and house DJs from across Europe.
Dragstor
An underground electronic music club in a former warehouse near the Sava river. Known for dark techno nights and a no-frills approach that prioritizes sound quality over decor.
Mladost i Ludost
A popular party splav blending turbofolk, pop, and folk-electronic fusion for a young, energetic crowd. The name translates to 'Youth and Madness,' which captures the atmosphere on a Saturday night.