Dubovac Castle, Old town Dubovac
The Dubovac Castle is the oldest monument in Karlovac and one of the best preserved and most beautiful monuments of medieval architecture in Croatia. It consists of three circular towers and one square ground tower.
It was built on a prehistoric hill above the Kupa river, and was named after the oaks growing on the surrounding slopes.
Historical sources indicate that Dubovac came into the hands of the noble family of Zudara (Sudar) before the end of the 14th century. In 1442, Dubovac was leased to the prince and ban Stjepan Frankopanski, but soon became the permanent property of the princes of Krk-Frankopan. Dubovac remained in their possession until the middle of the 16th century, when it passed into the possession of the Zrinski.
Zagrad, Gaj ulica 5 City of Karlovac - Croatia, Karlovac County
Tourist experience: Cultural heritage – historical castle
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: 30 minutes
Opening: June 1st – September 30th
Tuesday – Sunday: 10am-8pm
Closed on Mondays and public holidays.
October 1st – May 31st
Tuesday – Saturday: 10am – 6pm
Closed on Mondays and public holidays.
Booking: No booking required.
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: The structure has limitations to access and it’s not accessible to everyone. The Dubovac Castle is not adapted for people with disabilities.
Tourist contact: Biserka Cukina Tropčić
Cultural material heritage: Historical monument, Historical palace/castle
Local contact: Ana Barković
Monforte Castle
Campobasso is a medieval town built on a hill dominated by the Monforte Castle, feudal symbol of the city. From the sixteenth century, the economic and demographic growth leads to an expansion of the village protected by the ancient walls.
A new urban expansion involving the land at the foot of the hill begins. In the past these territories were cultivated fields and woods. From the nineteenth century, according to the French taste of the wide streets, a new urban centre was designed. It was intended for the emerging middle class, and characterized by tree-lined squares, avenues, urban villas, botanical gardens and gardens which have assigned to Campobasso the name of "Garden City".
Viale delle Rimembranze Campobasso - Italy/Campobasso/Molise
Tourist experience: Interesting place from a historical and medieval architectural point of view, also due to the presence of a memorial monument dedicated to the Fallen of the 1st World War. On the top, from which it is possible to admire the panorama, there is also a meteorological station.
Spoken languages: Italian
Experience duration: 30 minutes
Opening: Tue-Sun from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 3.30 pm to 7:30 pm
Closed on Monday
Booking: No reservation needed
20-40 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Accessibility is guaranteed only to the internal courtyard by a ramp.
Cultural material heritage: Historical centre, Historical monument, Historical palace/castle
Cultural immaterial heritage: Historical itinerary, Local traditions or legend, Local events (theatre, music, dance, exhibitions), Legendary or historical persona or character
Natural heritage: Hills, Flora, SIC Area (site of community interest)
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes
Hidden intangible patrimony: Local customs
Experiences: Showing around
Form filler: Nella Rescigno