A stunning karst spring, this is the source of the great Kupa River. It's a magical spot, with clear blue-green waters and an almost ethereal beauty. From here, the waters flow into the 'Valley of the Butterflies', where over 500 species of butterfly have been recorded.

Dιɾƙ

July 31, 2016

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The spring rises underground and min. 1200 liters of water per second at 7 degrees water temperature.

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Konrad

August 26, 2017

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Here, in the middle of Risnjak National Park, rises the river Kupa. The spring is one of the strongest and deepest in Croatia. The water emanates underground from two chimneys, is glass karar and has a temperature of 7 ° C.

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1. Source of the Kupa River – Source of the Kupa River loop from Razloge

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210m

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2. Source of the Kupa River – Source of the Kupa River loop from Turističko ugostiteljski obrt Tratinčica

9.77km

03:16

470m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 340 m

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Monday 26 January

7°C

-1°C

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Location: Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Croatia

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1. Source of the Kupa River – Source of the Kupa River loop from Razloge

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