Welcome to POU Čakovec!
Welcome to Čakovec!
Čakovec (pronounced as tʃâkoʋets) is a vibrant city nestled in the northern reaches of Croatia, acting as both the administrative center and the most populous city of Međimurje County.
Take a VIRTUAL WALK through ČAKOVEC
Međimurje County
Međimurje County, the northern Croatian region, has achieved a remarkable feat by being recognized as a Green Destinations region at the prestigious ITB Berlin, the world’s largest tourism fair. This accolade is further solidified by the region’s silver Green Destination award, making Međimurje the first Croatian region and the fourth region globally to join the esteemed Green Destinations certification program.This recognition not only highlights Međimurje’s commitment to sustainable tourism practices but also serves as a testament to the region’s unwavering dedication to preserving its natural beauty and promoting eco-friendly initiatives. By embracing the principles of responsible tourism, Međimurje has positioned itself as a pioneer in the global movement towards sustainable travel experiences.
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Explore Čakovec and Međimurje!
Čakovec and Međimurje County provide a plethora of sights and attractions to explore. Some are included in the pre-defined courses in the course catalogue (based on availability)!
Old Town of Čakovec
The Old Town of Čakovec is the most valuable cultural and historical monument and the central memorial point in Međimurje of today. Its walls, towers, and palace are the core of the contemporary Čakovec.
Treasury of Međimurje
The museum of intangible heritage “Treasury of Međimurje” fosters the concept of tangible and intangible heritage using a wide range of educational and popular programmes in turn enriching the cultural and tourist offer of Međimurje County.
Memorial mining home Cimper
Become miners for a day and visit Cimper to find more about the mining history of the upper Međimurje through a series of interactive exhibits. P.S. In the near-by town of Peklenica there is a reconstructed 1st industrial oil field in the world ,
Dr. Rudolf Steiner Centre
Međimurje is the birth place of Rudolph Steiner, the father of Waldorf Pedagogy. The Centre is a multidisciplinary institution that integrates science, art and tourism on the basis of Steiner’s teachings. Don’t miss the opportunity to also visit the home where Rudolf Steiner was born.
Watermill on the river Mura
Experience first-hand the workings of a river mill, travel the labyrinth of love, cross the river on scaffolding, enjoy in a nice cup of coffee or local wine in the nearby cafe, and go on an interactive 3D journey and find out about a day in a miller’s life.
Center Med dvemi vodami
Visit the first and only Croatian square dedicated to nature and explore two modernly equipped galleries with a permanent interpretation display. a nearby interpretation log cabin “My oak Adam”, and a children’s playground “Little River”.
Lookout Mađerkin Breg
Grab a glass of delicious local wine and enjoy the view of 5 countries: Croatia, Slovenia, Hungary, Austria, and Slovakia.
Spa Terme Sveti Martin
Enjoy in what the first healthness resort in Croatia has to offer: recreation, wellness, and excellent choice of food and drinks.
And many more!
Explore other sights and activities that Međimurje has to offer.
Visit the official website of Međimurje Tourist Board for more information.
Some of the sights listed above are included in specific courses we offer.
For more information, please consult the course catalogue.