A region of beech and fir forests and karst mountain peaks, Risnjak National Park occupies some of the most untouched landscapes in the country. So verdant is this land that it's often referred to as 'the green heart of Croatia.' As well as prominent peaks to conquer, there's plenty of wildlife to discover too, from chamois and pine marten to wolves, bears and lynx.

Bear in mind there's a small entrance fee, which gives you access to the national park for two days.

Martha Pan

February 19, 2022

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Place of bursting nature, dense forests, woods and green clearings. Among the many easy marked trails you can walk for hours without meeting anyone and the silence is total. The easy climb to the Schlosser refuge in a meadow below the Risnjak peak is very beautiful, but it is not always open, better ask before departure.

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Franjo Rezler 🌞🥾🦎🏔⛺️🍫☕️

August 19, 2023

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One of the entrances to the park

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Best Hikes to Leska Trailhead, Risnjak National Park

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1. Wolf Pit (Vučja Jama) – Great Risnjak Summit loop from Bela Vodica

17.4km

05:56

850m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Markov Brlog – Bijela Vodica – Risnjak Trail loop from Bela Vodica

8.74km

02:37

270m

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

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3. Markov Brlog – Bijela Vodica – Risnjak Trail loop from Bela Vodica

11.4km

03:21

320m

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

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Elevation 720 m

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Location: Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Croatia

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Leska Trailhead, Risnjak National Park

1. Wolf Pit (Vučja Jama) – Great Risnjak Summit loop from Bela Vodica

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