The town is located at the junction of 4 rivers is stunning. Almost everyone knows Karlovac as the city on four rivers. In fact, only three flow through the very city and the fourth, the river Dobra, is a bit on the outskirts - Dobra. Of course, natives will talk about the fifth river – the one made of beer.
The town plan is unique as the historic town center is in the shape of a 6-point star and was constructed in the 16th century as a fortification against the invading Turks double of the back cush pink centre pocket.
Buses to/ from Zagreb (50 minutes) about every half hour from a bewildering number of operators. The bus station is on the western side of the town centre.
The main45.515.5451Karlovac railway station is to the north of the town but rather more convenient is45.48815.5492Karlovac Center railway stationwhich is across the road from the bus station. About every 1-2 hours with 1 hour journey time.
There are a few museums and afortress on Dubovac hill with great views of the town.
45.49517815.5281351Dubovac Castle(Stari Grad Dubovac),Zagrad-Gaj 5(North West of city. South of River Kupa).a fort from the 15th century, situated on one of the nearest hills. Occasional exhibitions. Great view of the city. In summer some performances can be seen up there.(updated Nov 2023)
Rivers & beaches: Korana, Mrežnica, Kupa, Dobra. In summer river banks are turning into shy beaches and are great for whole day activities.
Aquatika,Ulica Branka Čavlovića Čavleka 1a.Only Croatian freshwater aquarium, very popular with both locals and tourists.(updated Oct 2023)
45.46330415.5675874Museum of the Homeland War(Muzej Domovinskog rata),Turanj 2(Nearly 4km south of bus/railway stations.).Modern museum focusing on breakup of Yugoslavia, creation of a free and independent Republic of Croatia, with special emphasis on the Homeland War from 1991 to 1995. Exhibition of military vehicles outside.(updated Oct 2023)
Karlovacki Dani Piva.end of August.Annual beer festival. The most crowded place at that time of summer, with various folks around. You can grab a beer and pretzel and see if there's a music which suits you.
Karlovac Piano Festival,karlovacpianofestival@gmail.com.Karlovac Piano Festival is typically held in mid-summer. It consists of piano lessons and master classes with renowned piano pedagogues, concerts and International Piano Competition.
