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Nature parks

Croatia’s 13 nature parks reveal wetlands, mountains, rural heritage and protected island landscapes. Zagorske gore joined the network in 2026.

13 · Destinations

Lastovo & its archipelago
Dalmatia · Islands
Lastovo & its archipelago

Lastovo’s remote archipelago and inland village reward a longer stay. Treat the journey, supplies and return…

Učka Nature Park
Kvarner · Nature
Učka Nature Park

Učka rises between Istria and Kvarner, with summit views and varied walking routes. Choose a trail rather than simply…

Biokovo Nature Park
Dalmatia · Nature
Biokovo Nature Park

Biokovo rises abruptly above the Makarska coast. Its mountain road, viewpoints and walking routes require more…

Telašćica Nature Park
Dalmatia · Nature
Telašćica Nature Park

Telašćica occupies Dugi otok’s southern end, with a sheltered bay, salt lake and dramatic cliffs. It is a separate…

Kopački rit Nature Park
Inland Croatia · Nature
Kopački rit Nature Park

Kopački rit is a changing floodplain landscape near Osijek. Water levels and seasonal conditions shape boat visits,…

Papuk Nature Park
Inland Croatia · Nature
Papuk Nature Park

Papuk adds forested hills, geological interest and castle ruins to a Slavonian journey. Choose one area rather than…

Lonjsko polje Nature Park
Inland Croatia · Nature
Lonjsko polje Nature Park

Lonjsko polje combines floodplain habitats with timber villages and traditional rural landscapes. Seasonal water and…

Medvednica Nature Park
Inland Croatia · Nature
Medvednica Nature Park

Medvednica brings forest and mountain air to Zagreb’s doorstep. Pick a specific trail or cultural site and check its…

Vrana Lake Nature Park
Dalmatia · Nature
Vrana Lake Nature Park

Vrana Lake near Biograd brings wetland habitats close to the Dalmatian coast. This is not the lake of the same name on…

Velebit Nature Park
Inland Croatia · Nature
Velebit Nature Park

Velebit is a vast mountain landscape spanning very different areas. Choose a local base and route; its national parks…

Dinara Nature Park
Dalmatia · Nature
Dinara Nature Park

Dinara combines a substantial mountain landscape with the headwaters of the Cetina. Summit routes call for experience…

Zagorske gore Nature Park
Inland Croatia · Nature
Zagorske gore Nature Park

Declared in 2026, Zagorske gore brings northern Croatian hill landscapes into the nature-park network. Check local…

Sources & current information

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Destination or operator information
Zagorske gore · 2026 ↗