Drežnik Castle, Old town Drežnik – Rakovica
Drežnik castle is located on a cliff above the steep canyon of the river Korana. It has an irregular quadrangular shape, stone walls with two quadrangular and one round tower located on the north side of the building. The round tower is considered to be the most valuable part of the site.
First record about the Drežnik castle is mentioned at the beginning of the 12th century when the lords of the town of Drežnik were families Nelipići, Gisingovci and Babonići. Shortly afterwards, from 1323, the fort was ruled by the Frankopans. During the 16th century, the Old Town of Drežnik was under constant siege by the Turks and was an important defensive stronghold that was conquered, destroyed and rebuilt many times. The castle was liberated at the end of 18th century.
47240, Drežnik Grad Muncipality of Rakovica - Croatia, Karlovac County
Tourist experience: Cultural heritage – historical castle
The tourist experience includes sightseeing of the Drežnik castle. Usually the tour of the interior of the tower is possible, but in 2020./2021. due to the restoration there is possible sightseeing from the outside and using walking and cycling routes leading to the tower.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour
Opening: Every day between 1 PM and 8 PM
Booking: No booking required.
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: The site has limitations to access and it’s not accessible to everyone. There are limitations regarding people with mobility problems, especially people in wheelchair.
Among this limitations, tourists can visit the site by foot.
Tourist contact: Mira Špoljarić
Cultural material heritage: Historical monument, Historical palace/castle
Local contact: Ana Barković