The Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia’s most popular tourist attraction, was granted UNESCO World Heritage status in 1979. Located roughly halfway between capital city Zagreb and Zadar on the coast, the lakes are a definite must-see in Croatia.

What city is closest to Plitvice Lakes?

Plitvice Lakes is located in central Croatia. The closest cities are Zagreb and Zadar.

Is Plitvice worth?

Is Plitvice Lakes worth visiting? First things first, Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia really is as beautiful as the photos make it seem and it is definitely worth visiting. Much like the rest of the country, the scenery and landscape is stunning.

Can you swim in Plitvice Lakes Croatia?

Swimming is forbidden in Plitvice Lakes National Park. The Korana river flows into Plitvice Lakes National Park and is just as inviting on a hot day as Plitvice’s sparkling lakes.

Why is Plitvice famous?

Plitvice Lakes National Park is famed for its unsurpassable natural beauty. Sitting between Zagreb and Zadar, at the Bosnia Herzegovina border, it is the jewel of mountainous central Croatia, and it’s easy to see why it made the Unesco World Heritage register in 1979. Plitvice is essentially a collection of lakes.

How many waterfalls are in Plitvice Lakes?

The 16 lakes that can be seen from the surface are grouped into the 12 Upper Lakes (Gornja jezera) and the four Lower Lakes (Donja jezera)….217.0.

How long does it take to see Plitvice Lakes?

Plitvice Lakes are reachable on a day trip from Zagreb, Zadar and Split. However, we recommend spending at least one night in the area to allow you to experience everything the park has to offer. With this in mind, plan at least 2 days for visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Why are Plitvice lakes so blue?

The lakes are continuously changing colour according to the amount of minerals or organisms, as well as the angle of sunlight. The most important ingredient causing the water to turn blue or green is calcium carbonate from limestone rocks.

Is there a map of Plitvice Lakes?

At the Plitvice Lakes gift shop, they sell a fantastic map that not only shows the park as a whole but it breaks down all the different trail options that are offered throughout Plitvice. This is a photo I took of the main map, and then from there I added some notes so you can better understand when everything is in the park.

Where is Plitvice Park Zagreb?

Plitvice Park is conveniently located near the main road that connects Zagreb and Croatia Adriatic Coast. It is easily accessible by public transport as well as by bicycle, from Karlovac, Zagreb or Split.

Where is Jezero Kozjak lake in Plitvice?

As a reference, Plitvice is broken up into two main areas – the Lower Lakes (right hand side of the map) and the Upper Lakes (left hand side of the map). Between the two areas you will find the main Jezero Kozjak Lake that breaks up the Lower and Upper Lake sections.

Are there shuttle busses in Plitvice Lakes National Park?

Within Plitvice Lakes National Park you will find three shuttle bus stops – ST1, ST2, and ST3. These shuttle busses run consistently throughout the day, helping visitors more easily make their way between the various spots in the park.