Samobor Attractions
To the east of Zagreb is the town of Samobor, established in the 13th century. The narrow cobble stone streets and the beautiful Trg Kralja Tomislava main square are great places to stroll and sightsee. Although the town has a long history, a fire in 1797 destroyed large sections and many buildings. Consequently most of the architecture is from the 1800s. The fortress ruins on Tepic Hill known as Stari Grad, date to the late 13th century. Samobor grew up at the base of the fortress.
Today Samobor is a popular getaway destination for locals and travelers who enjoy hiking and good food. It is regarded as one of the best centers for Croatian gastronomy. There are also a few interesting sights in town, including the Gothic St Machael's Church (Sv Mihovil), the Church of St Anastasia, a Franciscan monastery, and the small Town Museum (Gradski Muzej). It is also possible to hike up to the Stari Grad ruins. For more extensive hiking there is also the nearby nature park of Zumberak i Samobor Gorje Prirodni Park.
The popular Samobor Carnival has been held annually since the early 1800s and takes place in January and February.
Today Samobor is a popular getaway destination for locals and travelers who enjoy hiking and good food. It is regarded as one of the best centers for Croatian gastronomy. There are also a few interesting sights in town, including the Gothic St Machael's Church (Sv Mihovil), the Church of St Anastasia, a Franciscan monastery, and the small Town Museum (Gradski Muzej). It is also possible to hike up to the Stari Grad ruins. For more extensive hiking there is also the nearby nature park of Zumberak i Samobor Gorje Prirodni Park.
The popular Samobor Carnival has been held annually since the early 1800s and takes place in January and February.
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