The day excursion from Zagreb to TRAKOŠĆAN CASTLE

The best-preserved castle Museum with a permanent exhibition Trakošćan Castle, built in the 13th century, is surely one of the most interesting castles…

Trip Type

Croatian Attractions, Day Excursions
Activities

Historical and heritage tour
Group Size

No size limit
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Locations

Trakošćan , Zagreb
Trip Duration

1 Day(s) 0 Night(s)

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Trip code WT-CODE 26534

The best-preserved castle

Museum with a permanent exhibition

Trakošćan Castle, built in the 13th century, is surely one of the most interesting castles in Croatia. It was named after the Thracian fortress. Thracians are ancient indo-European tribes that moved to Eastern Europe to settle. Another story says that Trakošćan got his name after the Knights Drachenstein who supposedly, ruled the region in the early Middle Ages. In 1569. The owners of the castle became “Draskovich” who are Croatian noble family that for many centuries played an important role in Croatian history. The eldest son George is credited for the baronial title which they received from King Maximilian in 1567. His brother Gaspar, two years later, together with George got to use the castle Trakošćan. Gaspar is the only one who had offspring. Trakošćan Castle is a real cultural heritage and extremely well preserved. Today the castle is owned by the Republic of Croatia and in 1954. Was established as a museum with a permanent exhibition. This beautiful castle is real “Croatian medieval treasure”. It is a must visit place in Croatia!

Tour Program

TRAKOŠĆAN CASTLE from Zagreb- the most wanted private tour all over the year

The castle Trakoscan is usually part of our tour popularly called; Baroque and gastro tour – because it starts at Trakoscan, continues to Varazdin – known as the most beautiful baroque city in Croatia, and – gastro experience of the tour is unbelievable recommended by Croatian Cuisine (mob.app.)

Trakoscan

Castle Trakošćan’s cultural heritage, 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 constitution, historically closely related to the architectural framework and the life of its owners.
Then we continue our trip to Varaždin.

Varazdin

Within the relatively small area of the Old Town are preserved palaces, important public buildings, Baroque, Rococo, Classicist and Secessionist houses and villas and one of the oldest City Halls in Europe. The richness of the religious heritage tells another story about Varaždin as a city of bell towers which its inhabitants have strived for centuries to build. The angels that adorn altars, walls and paintings will appreciate every glance they receive. Varaždin feudal fortress from ancient times called Old Town, the most important historical buildings of Varazdin. It is the center of an aristocratic estate, owner and legally separate from the free royal town of Varaždin.
Croatian Zagorje is known as the green gem of Croatia, together with astonishing nature, this part of the country is well known for its delicacies such as štrukle, turkey with mlinci, various traditional sweets, etc.

Varaždin cuisine

Varaždin cuisine was influenced by Austria and Hungary, but during historical migrations, other modifications and innovations that enriched it were introduced. Traditional dishes from the Varaždin area consist of a few simple ingredients, of which the most commonly used is wheat and corn flour in the famous Varaždin “klipič”, “mlinci” and “zlevanka.”
In order to enjoy typical delicacies, you will taste the best of Zagorje cuisine at the national restaurant “Zlatne gorice” at Gornji Kneginec. Along with the most tasteful dishes of Zagorje, you will try the wine sorts of this area.

The tour includes private day tour with tour guide, entrance fee for Trakošćan, transportation in executive vehicles with A/C, all costs of fuel and tolls.

Lunch is NOT included / Drink are NOT included