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Primorje-Gorski Kotar

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

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Primorje-Gorski Kotar

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

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

02:21

7.56km

270m

Hiking

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

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Nacionalni park Risnjak

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1.58 km

View of the Kupa Valley

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There are some majestic views of the Kupa Valley from the road here. Densely forested slopes rise on either side of the river, occasionally punctuated by limestone cliffs. From here, …

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3.85 km

One of the strongest, most widespread and deepest Croatian karst springs. Hydrogeomorphological monument of nature, protected since 1963. Since 1997, it has been within the boundaries of the Risnjak National Park, together with the upper course of the river.

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4.90 km

Kupa Spring

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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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4.90 km

Source of Kupa

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4.91 km

Source of the Kupa River

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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 …

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5.25 km

The Valley of Butterflies

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Known as the 'Valley of Butterflies' due to the number and variety of butterfly species that have been recorded here, a hike along the burgeoning River Kupa is magical. There's …

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5.46 km

Wooden Bridge Over the Kupa River

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6.52 km

Water Mill House in Risnjak National Park

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Its better to visit it early in the morning ot after rain to feel the complete atmosphere

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7.56 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.76 km

1.87 km

1.47 km

815 m

586 m

Surfaces

2.19 km

1.73 km

1.63 km

1.13 km

815 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (550 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

21°C

7°C

41 %

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

View of the Kupa Valley

Kupa Spring

Kupa Spring

Source of Kupa

Source of the Kupa River

The Valley of Butterflies

Wooden Bridge Over the Kupa River

Water Mill House in Risnjak National Park

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