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Via Dinarica HR-W-03 Nacionalni park Risnjak

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Via Dinarica

/ Greben Risnjaka sa Schlosserovim domom
Photo: Alan Čaplar, Via Dinarica
/ Klek s Risnjaka
Photo: HPD Jastrebarsko, Via Dinarica
/ Lazac
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/ Medvjeđa vrata
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/ Na vrhu Risnjaka
Photo: Alan Čaplar, Via Dinarica
/ Mountain hut Schlosserov dom
Photo: Alan Čaplar, Via Dinarica
/ Put kroz šumu na Risnjaku
Photo: Alan Čaplar, Via Dinarica
/ Putokaz na Griču
Photo: Alan Čaplar, Via Dinarica
/ Stijena Risnjaka
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/ Stijena Risnjaka i Schlosserov dom
Photo: Alan Čaplar, Via Dinarica
/ Svitanje na Risnjaku
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/ Ulaz u NP Risnjak
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/ Vidik s Risnjaka na Schlosserov dom
Photo: Alan Čaplar, Via Dinarica
/ Vrh Risnjaka
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/ Zima u Gorskom kotaru
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/ The hut
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Sven Nit
on the August 31, 2021

Schlosserov is open again. Call in advance! Trail I'm NP is ...

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Risnjak has a dominant position at the western end of the region of Gorski kotar, rising from the plateau of Gorski kotar as the final high peak, just before that plateau suddenly starts descending towards the bay of Rijeka in the region of Hrvatsko primorje. The rocky peak area of Risnjak represents a karst phenomenon in itself, and the slopes of that peak area are covered in ancient wide forests, with numerous meadows in the lower sections. Due to its specific position and exposure to both marine and continental influences, the entire area of Risnjak is marked by rich and diverse flora and interesting animal world. Together with Snježnik on the western side and the source of the Kupa River on the eastern side, Risnjak is protected as a national park.

moderate

Distance 22.9 km

10:00 h

1,521 m

385 m

The ridge of Risnjak is spreading in the same direction as the Dinarides. The peak area is recognizable from far away, due to the rocky peaks of Veliki Risnjak and Mali Risnjak, separated by a mountain pass with a mountain hut. On the western side, the ridge of Risnjak is separated from Snježnik by a valley deeply cut into the terrain, with a forest road that leads from Gornje Jelenje towards Gerovo, passing through it. This road is quite useful to hikers, as it provides the shortest access to the peak area of Risnjak. On the eastern side, the slopes of Risnjak descend rather more mildly to Crni Lug.

There are several well maintained hiking trails that lead from Crni Lug to the peak area of Risnjak. All these trails take hikers through forests and cover a substantial elevation difference; however, orientation along these trails is not difficult. The most frequently used trail is the so-called Horvat Trail (Horvatova staza) – named after a mountaineer, botanist and researcher Ivo Horvat. Some 3 to 4 hours of hiking are needed to climb from Crni Lug to Risnjak in summer conditions.

Author

Alan Čaplar

Update: September 10, 2019

Difficulty

moderate

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Highest point

1,528 m

Lowest point

358 m

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Start

Crni Lug (360 m)

Coordinates:

45.491054, 14.689738

DMS

45°29'27.8"N 14°41'23.1"E

UTM

33T 475756 5037549

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Destination

Gornje Jelenje

Note

all notes on protected areas

Coordinates

45.491054, 14.689738

DMS

45°29'27.8"N 14°41'23.1"E

UTM

33T 475756 5037549

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Equipment

Basic Equipment for Mountain Hikes

Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Hiking socks
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
Sunglasses
Hiking poles
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
First aid kit
Bivy / survival bag
Survival blanket
Headlamp
Pocket knife
Whistle
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass
Emergency contact details
ID

Technical Equipment for Mountain Hikes

Climbing helmet as required

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For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

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Sven Nit

August 31, 2021 · Community

Schlosserov is open again. Call in advance! Trail I'm NP is really beautiful. Rest is ok

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Maruša Orel

May 25, 2021 · Community

A lot of walk on gravel and asphalt roads to Crni lug :S :( Hut on Risnjak is closed, but they are cleaning it and planning to open it soon. I really like the trail from hut to Veliki Risnjak, it's a bit rocky. Be very carefull because there are a lot of mouses and they carry deseases. They told me that is better not to sit or lay on the ground.

When did you do this route? May 26, 2021

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Thomas Furter

August 26, 2020 · Community

After a 12km road walk from Razloge to Crni Lug you will have a pretty nice uphill to the Risnjak. Unfortunately the hut up on the top is still closed, because they havent‘ found a hut keeper (statement from a park ranger). Therefore we stayed in the Camp at Bela Vodica. This fact will extend the next stage to Lic with around 3 hours and ypu have to wear water for the next 40km!

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Difficulty

moderate

Distance

22.9 km

Duration

10:00 h

Ascent

1,521 m

Descent

385 m

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