Municipality of Topusko: Thermal Waters, Nature and Cultural Heritage

Topusko lies in the valley of the Glina River, on the slopes of Petrova Gora and Zrinska Gora, around 70 kilometres south of Zagreb and between Karlovac and Sisak. Thermal waters, scenery and cultural history shape the themes to explore during your stay. Natural attractions and cycling events add to the picture of the Municipality of Topusko; transport and parking are also part of planning your trip.

Thermal Waters and Bathing History

Topusko developed as a bathing and spa resort from the beginning of the 19th century. Several hyperthermal mineral springs have temperatures ranging from 56 to 72 °C. Lječilište Topusko is supplied by three main springs and several smaller thermal springs. The thermal water is used to treat and rehabilitate conditions and injuries affecting the musculoskeletal, nervous and muscular systems. If you are planning a specific treatment, check which treatments are currently available before travelling.

Hotel Top-Terme Topusko has five outdoor pools of different sizes, depths and temperatures. The Top-Terme complex also includes beach volleyball, three tennis courts, bocce and mini golf. Facilities may change; confirm the current arrangements before planning a specific visit. The hotel spa complex has wheelchair access, lifts, ramps and fixed or mobile pool lifts. If these facilities are important for your trip, check what is currently available in advance.

Scenery and Natural Attractions

Part of the protected Petrova Gora landscape lies within the Municipality of Topusko. Petrova Gora is protected for its forest habitats, stream valleys, and scenic and cultural-historical value. The area’s forests are home to beech, hornbeam, sessile oak and sweet chestnut trees, providing habitats for a diverse range of plants, animals and fungi. Natural attractions in the municipality include thermal and drinking-water springs, Nikolino Hill, English Park, promenades, the Glina River and watermills.

Cultural History in Topusko

Cistercians settled at the site of today’s Opatovina Park in the early 13th century. The Neoclassical parish church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Topusko dates from 1829. Eight protected cultural properties in the Municipality of Topusko are listed in the Croatian Register; these include the Turska Kosa archaeological site. The number of entries may change.

Cycling and Practical Information

Cycling events in the Municipality of Topusko include the Putevima bana Jelačića cycling tour, a gravel/MTB race and the Bike&Pool recreational ride. The events programme may change from year to year; if you are interested, check the dates for your travel period.

Public transport is available in the Municipality of Topusko, but services are infrequent. Timetables and service levels may change, so check current connections. There are organised parking zones in the central settlement area of Topusko; check the current parking situation before travelling.

Culinary Character

Local specialities and home-style cooking form the basis of gastronomic tourism in the Municipality of Topusko. In Topusko, traditional dishes are prepared with a contemporary touch. Culinary interests can therefore complement your trip planning alongside thermal waters, nature and cultural heritage.

Discover more destinations: Topusko, Ponikvari, Municipality of Hrvatska Kostajnica, Municipality of Kutina, Municipality of Lekenik, Municipality of Lipovljani, Municipality of Dvor, Municipality of Velika Ludina.

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