Kiseljak: Mineral Springs and Cultural Heritage

Between Zabrđe and Toplice in the municipality of Kiseljak lies a medieval necropolis designated as a protected historic area. Another significant complex is the Podastinje protected historic area. It includes a prehistoric hillfort, a Late Antique fortification or refuge structure, the remains of a Late Antique church dedicated to Saint Lucia, and a necropolis with stećci.

Podastinje contains traces of ancient cultures dating from prehistory to the Middle Ages. The area is dominated by a karst hill known as Crkvina. The coin hoard found there also points to the site’s long history: it comprises 160 silver coins dating from the reign of Septimius Severus to that of Valerian I and is dated to approximately AD 253–260. An inscription on a stećak in Zabrđe names Prince Radoje as Grand Duke of Bosnia.

The importance of mineral water in Kiseljak goes back a long way. During a stay in Kiseljak in 1806–1807, it was reported that mineral water was exported to Dubrovnik. Historically, warm and cold mineral water were consumed in Kiseljak, while mineral water baths, mud baths, and partial massages were used for treatment.

The Lepenica River flows through Kiseljak and receives the tributaries Kreševčica and Rotiljski potok within the settlement. At the northeastern edge of the town, it flows into the Fojnička rijeka.

In the wider regional area around Kiseljak, Stari grad Kaštele is located on the slopes of Zahor above Milodraž at an elevation of 1,158 m. The historic site, together with traces of the past and the surrounding nature, is recommended as a destination to visit.

The historic area of Stari grad Kaštele in Kiseljak is designated a national monument.

A local circular hike along the Kiseljak–Podastinjsko brdo–Šikulja–Kiseljak route was planned for March 15, 2026. The circular hike was described as technically undemanding, with a fitness level of K1, and suitable for all age groups.

The Izvor 08 cultural and artistic society has existed since 2008, has more than 100 members, and preserves the folk tradition through performances such as “The Song about Kiseljak” and dances from Central Bosnia.

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Kreševo, Čardaci, Fojnica, Gornji Vakuf-Uskoplje, Bugojno, Ćemalići, Novi Travnik, Nova Bila

For the overarching travel overview: Central Bosnia/Central Bosnian Canton.