Dreznik Castle Ruins, Rakovica, Croatia

The old town of Drežnik is mentioned in the historic sources back in the 12th century. Its history has been marked by wars and its different rulers. The historic events in the area have mostly been marked by constant wars, which is also the reason that it did not develop as a trading place or a settlement but rather as a defence fortress. After 1830, the Austrian monarch sold the fortress to a private trader, who started demolishing the walls and selling stone as construction material. The defence tower has been renovated and from there the visitors can enjoy in the view over the canyon of the Korana river and the surrounding mountains and learn something on the history of this always dynamic border region.

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Mihaela Kircheva (5 months ago)
Beautiful spot but it's too small. It's just a few walls and a tower. Nothing special. But the surrounding nature and the path to the river Korana makes the visit worth.

Criminal Pilot (6 months ago)
Beautiful view, very cool ruins and tower. Worth a visit if you're nearby. Takes only 15-20 minutes to experience it all and is a very short walk. Also has access to many longer trails for walking and cycling.

Niko Ništa (10 months ago)
This place is great but some renovated walls look fake. I recommend taking a walk through the canyon or to the nearby ranch.

Philip Häuslbetz (19 months ago)
Nice spot for sunset photos. Parking lot is for about 5 cars. Unfortunately it was closed and we could not find out when it will open again

Juancy Rodríguez (2 years ago)
Impressive medieval tower, though not accessible and under renovation of the surrounding area. Great views of the canyon it overlooks.

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