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Gorski kotar – Croatian mountain region

Gorski Kotar (Latin Discrictus montanus) is located in the western part of Croatia and is crossed by the 45th parallel. It is a highland area with an average altitude of 700-900 meters. Only the peaks Risnjak and Bjelolasica are higher than 1,500 meters. Climate specificity is reflected in the characteristics that a part of the area is a special type of transitional climate of coastal and continental climate. All forms of mountain tourism and active vacations give Gorski kotar magical attraction, primarily because of preserved nature and welcoming people.

Meet Gorski Kotar - five attractive locations that you have to experience!

The magic of „Zeleni vir“ and „Vražji prolaz“

Zeleni vir was declared a nature reserve in 1962. It is first mentioned in 1884 as a resort for the braver hikers. Zeleni vir is a powerful spring at the bottom of a shallow but large cave. Over the caves, entrance hangs a 70-meter cliff from which lively waterfall gushes creating a sparkling water curtain. Zeleni vir is named after the green water in the pond in the cave. Another attraction is the 800-meter-long Vražji prolaz canyon. Many consider it one of the most beautiful canyon scenery in the country.

National park Risnjak

Monumentality of Risnjak and source of the river Kupa

National park Risnjak is a striking example of the altitudinal dissolution of the Dinaric mountain system in relief, geological, hydrological, and climatic aspects, vegetation, and wildlife. The basis of the park is Risnjak massif with a peak at 1528 meters. In 1997 the area of ​​the park was extended to the area of ​​the source of the river Kupa. Source of Kupa, one of the many still unsolved karst mysteries, it is one of the strongest, widest and deepest Croatian sources. At 313 m above the sea level, water mass formed a small lake turquoise green-blue color, with a length of 200 meters and a width of about 30 meters. Accessing this site is possible following an attractive path from the village Razloge or Kupari from where the path is a little bit longer, and rises upstream, following the flow of the river Kupa. National park Risnjak is one of the less-visited national parks in the country, not because it is less valuable, but because to enjoy its beauty one should have a special feeling for the charms of natural phenomena.

River Kupa

The kingdom of „Bijele“ and „Samarske Stones “ 

The area of Bijele and Samarske Stones is one of the most beautiful hiking destinations in Croatia. It is a part of the strict nature reserve, which means that no human interventions are allowed within its borders. The area is wild, fascinating, and demanding for a visit, and only half an hour from the place where you can leave your car! Do not forget that the Samarske and Bijele stones were discovered by accident when a local forester traced the bear. And be careful - rock climbing is a lot of fun, but also dangerous!