Municipality of Sveti Ivan Žabno

• The municipality lies in the southwest of Koprivnica-Križevci County, in the Križevačko prigorje area.
• The landscape is characterized by gentle hills and fertile farmland.
• Sveti Ivan Žabno is the municipality’s administrative, economic, and social center.
• The municipality is conveniently located between Zagreb, Križevci, Bjelovar, and Koprivnica, connecting the Prigorje and Bilogora areas.

Landscape and settlement life offer distinct facets of the destination: the Križevačko prigorje is characterized by gentle hills and fertile farmland. The center of community life is in Sveti Ivan Žabno. The municipal administration, educational and healthcare facilities, other public services, and numerous associations are based there. Those looking to get to know the area will therefore find the municipality’s administrative and social focal point here.

The location between Zagreb, Križevci, Bjelovar, and Koprivnica also gives the municipality a clear regional context. It forms an important link between the Prigorje and Bilogora areas.

The Brezovljani archaeological site was discovered in 1971 during road-widening work in Prvi Brezovljani, also known as Mihajlici. In Sveti Ivan Žabno, the Church of St. John the Baptist stands at the center of the town; it is considered the most valuable monument in the immediate area.

Other churches offer insight into the architectural heritage of various places in the municipality. The Church of St. Juliana in Trema dates from the 16th to 17th century and has fully retained its original appearance. In Sveti Petar Čvrstec, the Church of St. Peter and Paul is registered as an immovable individual cultural asset under registration number Z-2311. In Cirkvena, the Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary and the parish house are registered as immovable individual cultural assets under registration number Z-3115.

The musical tradition includes the singing and tamburica ensemble Tomislav, founded in 1925 and still active today as part of KUD Tomislav. Groups from Mexico, Chile, Slovakia, Austria, and Croatia performed on the second evening of the 19th International Folklore Festival “Iz bakine škrinje” at the sports hall of “Grigor Vitez” Primary School. The ensembles mentioned included “Bailando por Mexico,” Mahia Rapa Nui, the Hont folklore ensemble, Hajdenjaki, the Croatian Cultural and Educational Society “Bosiljak,” and the host, KUD “Tomislav” Sveti Ivan Žabno.

The Obiteljsko izletište Novak family excursion destination in Cepidlak is suitable for day trips in nature. The grounds include a children’s playground and a small zoo with horses and other animals. There is also a soccer field and a badminton court. The restaurant serves food and has 400 seats. When planning your trip, you can choose between animal watching, play, and sports, while keeping in mind that the listed amenities belong to this excursion destination.

A separate option is the children’s playground in Sveti Ivan Žabno. It received new, safety-certified play equipment suitable for different age groups. If you are traveling with children, you can consider this playground as a standalone activity in Sveti Ivan Žabno, without confusing it with the excursion destination in Cepidlak.

“Svetoivanjski dani” is a traditional three-day municipal celebration held around June 24, featuring a varied program.

If you would like to compare other municipalities, you can find the Municipality of Legrad, the Municipality of Križevci, the Municipality of Drnje, the Municipality of Gola, the Municipality of Rasinja, the Municipality of Hlebine, and the Municipality of Sveti Petar Orehovec.

Where is the Municipality of Sveti Ivan Žabno?

The municipality lies in the southwest of Koprivnica-Križevci County, in the Križevačko prigorje area. It is located between Zagreb, Križevci, Bjelovar, and Koprivnica.

What does Obiteljsko izletište Novak offer?

It is suitable for a family day trip in nature.

What cultural monuments are there in the municipality?

Examples mentioned include the Church of St. John the Baptist in Sveti Ivan Žabno, the Church of St. Juliana in Trema, the Church of St. Peter and Paul in Sveti Petar Čvrstec, and the Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary and the parish house in Cirkvena.

For the broader travel overview: Koprivnica-Križevci County.