Water Safe at Only Six Public Fountains in Belgrade

Belgrade's public water sources are facing a significant quality crisis, with only six out of 34 tested providing safe drinking water. April's assessment by the City Institute for Public Health revealed that many of the city's springs and public fountains fail to meet safety standards, a situation that has become a recurring problem.

Citizens can safely drink water from Stubica, Zorina česma, Jajinci, Sveta Petka in Železnik, Higijenski zavod Grabovac, and Točkić in Barajevo. However, the Institute emphasizes that even water meeting chemical and microbiological standards may be unsafe if the overall condition of the fountain is poor. Proper hygiene, including clean containers and refrigeration, is essential if water is taken home for consumption.

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In cases where both the chemical and microbiological laboratory results are correct, the water sample will be assessed as unsafe if the overall condition of the public fountain facility is unsatisfactory.

This year's results show an improvement from September 2025, when only one of 34 sources was deemed safe. Despite the recurring issues, there are no warnings posted at the fountains indicating that the water is not for drinking. Experts note that even popular sources like Hajdučka česma have had periods where the water was unfit for consumption, particularly during summer months.

Beyond the springs, issues also plague the 205 public fountains managed by Belgrade Waterworks and Sewerage. Many are non-functional due to lack of water or damage, such as the one in Tašmajdanski Park. Water from fountains connected to the city's main network is generally safe, but the condition of many other sources remains a concern for public health.

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