In the 2021 census, its population was 49,377. Karlovac is the administrative centre of Karlovac County. The city is located 56 kilometres southwest of Zagreb and 130 km (81 mi) northeast of Rijeka, and is connected to them via the A1 highway and the M202 railway.
Getting to Karlovac
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 main
- 01Karlovac railway station is to the north
Worth seeing
There are a few museums and a fortress on Dubovac hill with great views of the town.
- 01Dubovac Castle
- 02Karlovac City Museum
Closed due to renovation, check website for reopening..
- 03Vjekoslav Karas Gallery
Art gallery Rivers & beaches: Korana, Mrežnica, Kupa, Dobra.
- 04Museum of the Homeland War
- 05Nikola Tesla Experience Center
High tech museum devoted to the famous scientist & inventor who went to the school adjacent to the museum.
Things to do
Mountain Biking. Mountain biking is recommended. Lots of preserved trails all around the city and enthusiastic bikers who'll gladly guide you. Swimming / Rafting / Kayaking. Great swimming in summer months in Karlovac rivers Korana and near by Mrežnica with rafting and kayaking. Karlovacki Dani Piva. end of August. Annual beer festival. The most crowded place at that time of summer, with various folks around.
Where to eat
Bistro king, Rakovac ul. 8 (next door to the Nikola Tesla experience). Restaurant with outside courtyard. Vegetarian options.
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