Walks and Treks in Croatia : Mountain trails and national parks, including Velebit, Dinara and Plitvice

From easy forest trails around Zagreb to the commanding peaks of Dinara and the waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes, this guide showcases Croatia's unspoilt natural beauty and cultural richness. This essential guidebook, written by expert author Rudolf Abraham, features 20 day walks and 7 short treks across the Zagreb hills, Istria, Gorski Kotar, Velebit, Paklenica, and Dalmatia. Highlights include the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes and Croatia's highest summit, Dinara (1,831m). Routes range from easy 2km strolls to more challenging mountain treks of up to 75km, suited to walkers of all abilities and walking holiday preferences. Each route is supported by clear 1:50,000 mapping, elevation profiles, and step-by-step descriptions to help you navigate woodland paths, karst ridges and national park trails with confidence. Beyond the routes themselves, you'll find practical information on refreshments, transport connections and accommodation options from gateway cities like Split, Zadar, Rijeka and Zagreb. Background on Croatia's geology, history, culture, wildlife and plants is included, along with a Croatian glossary and menu decoder for visitors. Whether you're seeking peaceful forest walks near Zagreb, dramatic limestone trails in Velebit, or classic national park landscapes like Plitvice, this guidebook inspires and equips you to explore Croatia's remarkable walking terrain and plan unforgettable adventures across this captivating Adriatic nation.