Forget Zadar and Split. Maklowicz discovered this Croatian paradise a long time ago.
We've got a suggestion for a beautiful and charming place in Croatia that's nothing like the resorts mentioned above. Yet, it's still full of charm and treasures to discover. We're talking about Varaždin, located near Lake Varaždin, and Trakošćan in the northern part of the country, near the borders with Hungary and Slovenia.
Varaždin a hit in CroatiaAlthough Varaždin isn't located on the Adriatic, it has much to offer and is an ideal destination for a longer weekend getaway or a two-day trip from the seaside resort. It's a must-see, especially if you're staying in the Croatian capital, Zagreb. From there, it's just over an hour's drive.
A trip to this city will take you off the beaten track and into a place devoid of crowds. Varaždin is described as Croatia's baroque secret, offering a virtual journey back in time. Interestingly, the city was even the country's capital for a short time in the 18th century.
On site you will find monuments such as:
- The Old Fortress – a Gothic-Renaissance building surrounded by greenery, which today houses the Municipal Museum,
- King Tomislav Square – the symbol of the city and the pride of its inhabitants,
- Palaces and churches – all in Baroque architecture, including the Drašković, Patačić and Herze palaces,
- Croatian National Theatre in Varaždin,
- Varaždin Cemetery ,
- Špancirfest – an open-air theatre festival. It runs from August 22nd to 31st.
Whenever we talk about Croatia, we always associate it with Robert Makłowicz . Although Polish, he has a special appreciation for the country and even has a home there. Known primarily for his culinary programs, the journalist visited not only the coastal regions of Dalmatia but also Varaždin. His visit to the city was captured on an episode of the program "Robert Makłowicz's Culinary Journeys," in which he prepared Habsburg soup.
If you're also planning to visit Varaždin to sample local flavors and explore its wonders, you can easily get there by car. It's also worth a visit while visiting Slovenia or Hungary, among other places. From Poland, you can get there in about seven hours if you depart from Katowice. You can also choose FlixBus or trains, but be prepared to make transfers.
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