Municipality of Gornja Stubica

• Gornja Stubica lies on the northern slopes of Medvednica Nature Park.
• The single-track local railway line L-202 connects Gornja Stubica with Zabok; local passenger services continue to Zagreb, Krapina, and Varaždin.
• Hiking Trail 34 is 7.6 kilometres long and rated moderate, difficulty level 3 out of 5.
• The Museum of Peasant Revolts is housed in the 18th-century Baroque castle of the Oršić family.
• Jurjevo traditionally takes place every year around 23 April; Gupčeva Kestenijada is an autumn event.

Hiking Trail 34 runs from Gornja Stubica through Slani Potok to the Ročićeva sjenokoša trail junction. The stated distance is 7.6 kilometres; the trail is rated moderate, difficulty level 3 out of 5. Its length and rating give you concrete points of reference when deciding whether to include a hike in your plans.

The Slani potok educational trail is a separate route. It starts in Gornja Stubica at Gupčeva Lipa and was established in cooperation with the Municipality of Gornja Stubica. A walk of about two hours leads to a medieval salt mine; information boards are located along the trail. The approximate time refers to this walk, not to Hiking Trail 34.

Gupčeva Lipa is more than 400 years old, 9 metres tall, and has a trunk circumference of 4.70 metres. It has been protected as a natural monument since 1957. If you prefer cycling, there is also a footpath and cycle path through Gupčev kraj: in the Gornja Stubica area, it runs from Samci via Orehova Gorica and Pasanska Gorica to Banščica.

The Museum of Peasant Revolts is housed in the 18th-century Baroque castle of the Oršić family. Its permanent exhibition includes a section on the development of feudalism in Hrvatsko Zagorje. Next to the castle stands a monument to Matija Gubec: the figure is 6.5 metres tall. Two symmetrical wings, each 20 metres long and 7.5 metres high, are covered with bronze reliefs depicting more than 300 figures.

Another cultural site is the parish church of St. George in Gornja Stubica, which is a protected cultural asset. Its furnishings include three Baroque altars and a pulpit. Rudolf Perešin Memorial Park contains a statue of a pilot and a preserved MiG-21. The museum, church, and memorial park offer different points of interest for travellers interested in history and culture.

Jurjevo is a traditional, multi-day celebration held annually around 23 April in Gornja Stubica. The programme includes exhibitions, folklore performances, children's folklore, concerts, church services, and the lighting of a bonfire. If this festival is important to your travel plans, the period around 23 April is a useful guide.

The Viteški turnir takes place once a year in the Oršić Castle complex. The annual aviation event “Susreti za Rudija” is held in honour of Rudolf Perešin. Another seasonal event is Gupčeva Kestenijada, held in autumn near Gupčeva Lipa. Roasted chestnuts, mushroom goulash, and chestnut desserts are offered there, along with a tasting of young wine. When choosing travel dates, these occasions should be considered separately: a period is specified for Jurjevo, autumn for Kestenijada, and annual dates for the other two events.

For further comparisons with travel destinations, see also Municipality of Klanjec, Municipality of Stubičke Toplice, Municipality of Jesenje, Municipality of Krapinske Toplice, Municipality of Krapina, Municipality of Pregrada, and Municipality of Hrašćina. You can also visit the page about the town of Gornja Stubica.

How long is Hiking Trail 34?

Hiking Trail 34 is 7.6 kilometres long and rated moderate, difficulty level 3 out of 5.

What can you expect on the Slani potok educational trail?

The educational trail starts at Gupčeva Lipa in Gornja Stubica. A walk of about two hours leads to a medieval salt mine; information boards are located along the way.

When does Jurjevo take place?

The multi-day celebration traditionally takes place every year around 23 April.

What railway connection is available?

The local railway line L-202 connects Gornja Stubica with Zabok. Local passenger services continue to Zagreb, Krapina, and Varaždin.

For the broader travel overview: Krapina-Zagorje.