Castle Trakoscan & Museum of Evolution - HERITAGE SENSATION!!
Description
Discover Trakošćan Castle in the light -the first illuminated castle in Croatia! This romantic 13th-century fortress, once home to the noble Drašković family, is one of the most beautiful Croatian landmarks. TRAKOSCAN CASTLE is one of the most romantic and fairy tale-like sites you have ever seen, with a nearly 800-year history behind it. At night, it transforms into a luminous fairy tale that combines history and magical light. Legends come to life! Magnificent dragons, noble knights, horses and mystical creatures come to life in a magical light story that envelops Trakošćan Castle. Under thousands of lights, experience a blend of romance, hunting traditions and aristocratic splendor. Embark on an unforgettable journey through history and imagination that will delight both children and adults. The Krapina NEANDRETHAL MUSEUM is a museum affiliated to the Museums of Croatian Zagorje and its vision and mission statements have taken into account European values.
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Trakošćan Castle is a castle located in northern Croatia that dates back to the 13th century and is one of the rare objects in Croatia with fully preserved construction, historically tied to the architectural frame and life of its owners- the Drašković family. The toponym „Trakošćan“ was first mentioned in written documents from 1334. Castle Trakošćan’s cultural heritage, is protected as a historical entity, which consists of the castle, the building next to the castle, park and forest park with a lake. Today the castle is one of the few facilities in Croatia with preserved its own constitution, historically closely related to the architectural framework and the life of its owners.
The new Krapina Neanderthal Museum is located near the world-famous site of the Krapina Neanderthals „Hušnjakovo“, a fact which makes it a unique visiting complex. Krapina Neanderthal Museum is located near the excavation site Hušnjakovo, wherein 1899 the world's largest collection of Neanderthal fossil bones was found. More than nine hundred fossil bones of Neanderthals and numerous fossil remains of Pleistocene animals (woolly rhinoceros, cave bear, wolf, elk, giant deer, and many other ) were found in the cave sandstone deposits. Over a thousand pieces of stone tools were witness to the material culture of Krapina Neanderthals. The site dates back to 125 000 BC and it is one of the most significant paleoanthropological localities worldwide. The Museum's architecture evokes the habitat of the prehistoric man: the semi-cave, the volume, proportions, and the front which are a result of the analysis done on the appearance of the ancient Krapina semi-cave.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(10)
Really nice trip and a great way to spend the day. Trakošćan Castle is beautiful, and the museum was interesting even though I’m usually not a big fan of museums. Everything was well organized and went smoothly. I would definitely recommend it if you’re staying in Zagreb and want to see something different :)
Had a great experience on this tour! Highly recommend touring the castle. It is very well done! The Neanderthal museum is also very interesting. Sanja was an amazing guide! Very friendly and was prompt at the pickup location. I really appreciate her being so flexible. We booked with her the night before and it was for only two people but she happily accepted the booking. The weather started taking a turn on the way back and she was kind enough to drop us off at our hotel instead of the normal drop off location so we wouldn’t have to walk back in the rain. Overall, highly recommend booking a tour with her.
Thank you for your kind review! You were wonderful company and I'm glad you enjoyed the trip. I wish you many more wonderful trips in the future, and that you visit Croatia again! I am here for you! ♥
Very fun and interesting tour. Nice getting to know Croatian history and wine tasting was great as well. The walk around the Trakoscan lake was the best part for me.4
Thank you dear Leonard! I wish you all the best 🫶
You, the company tour operstor. sent me a message with notice that i had to find sb else because the excursion could not be done with only one person THE PREVIOUS DAY. You could have warned me 2 days in advance at least, so i could change my plans. I had to hire a cab to visit the trakoscan castle of Draskovic family, Unique barroque gothic style in east european countries with furniture and paintings still in. (Not in Ljubliana castles, which are empty, only stone walls because they were fortresses. By the way, ..your ticket to PredjamaCastle was not valid at the office of Predjama ONLY TICKTES BOUGHT THERE ARE VALID.... ..AND YOU EVEN DID NOT ANSWER MY MESSAGES ABOUT PITVICE VISIT ON A RAINY DAY! i will never reserve a tour on your company. Refund, pls.
I am very sorry for your wasted day, but we tried to reach you on the phone number you left. Unfortunately, you did not leave the correct number and did not respond to us. Unfortunately, every traveler is obliged to contact us at least a day before and check the conditions to make sure everything is as scheduled in the program description. You did not call or respond to our message! I think you have confused us with some other agency because you did not book a trip to Plitvice or Predjama Castle with us nor did you contact us about it!
The castle was fabulous. Lots of stairs to get there. The Neanderthal museum was very well done and if you like history, it is a musty. Our guide was amazing. She was informative, friendly, and flexible.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review ... it truly means a lot! The day was just as inspiring and enjoyable for me thanks to your fantastic company, and I’m glad you loved both Krapina and the stunning Trakošćan Castle. Sanja
Our guide was very nice, flexible and interactive. Our tour turned into a small group excursion with just the 3 of us and we had a phenomenal day. Krapina is a lovely small town and the Neanderthal Museum is a MUST. So educational and in an unexpectedly gorgeous setting. The castle is one of the most amazing castles I have ever seen. Highly recommend this tour!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Ima delighted you enjoyed the small-group atmosphere and that both Trakošćan Castle and the Neanderthal Museum in Krapina left such a strong impression and that both made the day so memorable. It was a pleasure having you on the tour!
Visiting the castle was well worth the day trip. So glad I chose this excursion. Incredible history and beautiful grounds surrounding. My tour guide Sanja was more than accommodating to take me as a solo guest. Thank you:)
Dear Joanna, Thank you for your kind words and positive impressions! I hope you enjoyed the entire Balkan tour and that you will take countless beautiful memories with you to Canada!
Tour guide never reached out to me prior to trip. Had to contact viator the day of when the tour guide was 30 minutes late, who contacted the operator. Operator told me they couldn’t drive for several days, so my trip was cancelled. I should’ve listen to the other reviewer who warned about this. Do not book with this company.
Ok, sir... I'm a woman... and an entrepreneur... alone in this business, I organize and drive when there are at least 3 people! It's not worth working for anyone in this world to work for individual tours, and even though I do everything myself, I reported in time that the tour wouldn't go because there were too few people, that is, it's just you! You managed to apply to other big agencies that drive full buses and earn great money... and I drive when there's work, and when there's not, I do something else! Thanks foto the review! ;) GBY
It was perfect! Such a beautiful medieval castle and all the nature around The exhibition shows the life of the medieval burgh and the rooms where you can move around and get to know the life of the nobility It would be wonderful if the lake had water, but it's still under renovation, so it's not a complete experience. I hope some next time. Love it ♥
Thank you for your nice review.
They cancelled even after their advertised "instant confirmation". Bait and switch. Don't count on this one....
I'm so sorry you reacted this way. We had a big problem with the vehicle, because we are a small agency and have only one van. Therefore, although we have done all our tours properly so far and have positive reviews, thank you for the first negative one! Good luck to you!
