Hiking and Trakoscan Castle

Visit: Go Explore, Petrinjska Ulica 51, Zagreb 10000 Croatia

We will pick up in your Zagreb hotel and take a 1-hour drive to charming Zagorje, a region filled with green hills, vineyards, castles and beautiful nature. Our moderate level hike starts at the parking of Hotel Trakoscan at 243 meters (797 ft) overlooking the castle. We will hike through the forest and local villages for some 2 hours until we reach our goal, the mountain hut Pusti duh at 680 meters (2230 ft) where we will have a nice break. One part of the descent will be different as we will be taking another trail than during the ascent.

Another highlight of the trip is famous Trakoscan Castle. Built in the 13th century it was originally a small medieval castle. Besides excellent reconstruction, it offers valuable examples of baroque furniture, different weapons used from 15th to 19th century and other small items. Moreover, a beautiful romantic garden, built on the model of English parks, and a large lake in front of the castle is something that should not be missed. You will explore the castle at your own pace and on your own (before or after the hike), with basic information given to you by your guide. 

If you decide you have enough time you can decide to visit Varazdin town after the hike & castle visit, you can decide about that on spot. It's the city of baroque, flowers and music that proudly carries name of ‘Little Vienna’. This visit will extend the duration of the trip for another 2 hours approximately.

The trip ends with drop off in your hotel in Zagreb.