Trakoscan Castle

, Croatia

Description

Cultural heritage of the castle is protected as a historical entity, which consists of the castle, the building next to the castle, park and forest park with a lake. Today the castle is one of the few facilities in Croatia with preserved its own constitution, historically closely related to the architectural framework and the life of its owners. Trakoscan was built in the late 13th century in northwestern Croatian defense system as a small observation fortress for monitoring the road from Ptuj to Bednja Valley. According to legend, Trakoscan was named after the Thracian fortress (ARX Thacorum) which allegedly existed in antiquity.

CLASSIC TOUR

HALF DAY TOUR (5h)

Our guide will uncover all the secrets about middle-age Weapon and Furniture collection, You will find out collection of old books, photographs and precious paintings.

LET'S ADD A TWIST

BIKING, HISTORY & GOURMET

Combination of medieval history, light sport activity and unique culinary experience. The route is about 18 ml long which starts near beautiful baroque city of Varazdin, through hills and valleys and ends in Trakoscan. After the sightseeing, You will have a transfer to small family tavern for traditional lunch.