Turistička zajednica grada Vrbovskog

With its breathtaking scenery, Kamačnik has been the focus of tourist attention for many years. A walking trail, wooden bridges and galleries were made in 1961. A famous Croatian mountaineer and writer Željko Poljak in his book "Croatian mountains" describes Kamačnik as a "gorge filled with wild romance". Kamačnik cut its gorge into the Velika Kapela massive. It cascades down the river Dobra since it was at its entrance turned into a lake by a dam. The Kamačnik spring is of typical karst type - the water appears from underground caves. Tourist facility "Kamačnik" is situated at the mouth of the river, offering visitors a resting place and local dishes. Throughout the year it provides various forms of entertainment. You can arrive to the river-mouth itself both by car or bus. Also, the railway station is only 50 metres away. Kamačnik is an ideal destination for an activity holiday- nature walks, picnics etc. For information on large group arrangements or hiring a professional tour guide, please contact the Tourist Board.

Litorić picnic-site is located in the woods not far from Vrbovsko (7 kilometres), at the altitude of 700 meters above sea-level. There is a genuinely furnished hunting lodge, that belongs to the Vrbovsko Forestry Department and you can find a football field, a bowling-green and a barbecue within the area. Moreover, one can go hiking following The Mountain paths of Gorski Kotar as well as cycling and that makes it a perfect location for an activity holiday. Hunters may use several roofed high stands from where they can try to attain the greatest hunting trophy - a bear. Only 4 kilometres from Litorić, there is the "Eagle's Rock" belvedere overlooking the magnificent river Kupa Valley and several Slovenian villages. While being at Eagle's Rock, the mountaineers can add The Eagle's rock stamp to their notebooks.

A place named Moravice (known as Komorske Moravice up to 1919) is situated on the Lousiana road and the Rijeka railway, barely 8 kilometres from Vrbovsko. This old highland town, deserted in the time of the Turkish invasions, was rebuilt and resettled by the end of the 16th century. Moravice underwent a transformation following the construction of railway stations between Rijeka and Karlovac. As a result, most people took employment on the railway which has clearly reflected on the place up to today.

Kupa - the true "highland beauty", flows 25 kilometres through the Vrbovsko area. Due to its attractive and dynamic course, it is the perfect place for various sport competitions. During the summer season, pleasant water temperature attracts numerous swimmers and canoeists. At the place named Klanac (on the Zagreb-Rijeka major road) there is a path leading to the popular swimming site on the river. However, besides the above mentioned Klanac, places suitable for swimming are Blaževci (the border-crossing) and Riblje near Severin na Kupi. A recreational fishing is permitted, too.

In Vrbovsko area, there is an extremely attractive river Dobra. Winding through a beautiful fields and forests, the river is known for its diverse banks as well as crystal clear water. It is 22 kilometres long with many valued fish species that inhabit the river, particularly stream and Californian trout. Therefore, it provides various activities regarding sport and tourism. Fishing is allowed provided you own a fishing licence.