In Općina Skrad, a specific gorge experience is the main attraction: the Vražji prolaz route is described as a circular trail through a gorge around 800 metres long, created by the Jasle stream. Information panels in Croatian and English explain the geology and vegetation of the canyon. For travellers interested in hiking through a gorge, this is a clearly described local experience.
You can book a hotel in Općina Skrad.
Nature
In the vicinity of Skrad, the named Zeleni vir waterfall and the named Skradski Vrh mountain are mentioned. The surrounding area of Skrad also includes the named mountains Rudač and Vršič.
Hiking
Another hiking route from Skradska Draga above Skrad leads to three viewpoints, Kavranova Stijena, a mountain shelter and a chapel. Panoramas towards gorges and peaks are described along the route.
Geographical Location
Skrad is a municipality in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County and is located in the hilly central part of Gorski Kotar at an elevation of about 700 metres above sea level.
History
Skrad was first mentioned in the late 17th century. The settlement was founded by eight families of serfs who received land in the area of the former estates of the Zrinski counts. For travellers interested in cultural history, this founding story is one of the specific aspects of the place. The regional development of Skrad was initially influenced by the Louisiana Road between Karlovac and Rijeka and later by the construction of a railway line.
The area of Skrad features dense deciduous and evergreen forests. It also includes the geomorphological reserve known as Devil's Passage, as well as Zeleni vir.
For further orientation within the municipality, go here to Bukov Vrh, Skrad.
