Mount Ivanščica 1060m

The mountain Ivanščica, at its 1060 meters, is the highest mountain of Croatian Zagorje and northwestern Croatia. It stretches in a west-east direction for 27 km, and is up to 9 km wide. It is a very popular hiking destination that attracts more and more hikers. Its large expanses of forests, beautiful mountain meadows, and streams make it special. From the top, the view extends to Croatian Zagorje to Medvednica, and on a clear day all the way to the Slovenian and Austrian Alps. From the northern side, towards Ivanec, Varaždin, Međimurje, Podravina, Slovenia, and all the way to Lake Balaton in Hungary, the views are beautiful.

At the top of Ivanščica, there is the Mountaineering Lodge Pasarićeva kuća. The lodge is open on weekends, holidays, and by appointment. It offers drinks and food. The lodge is managed by HPD Ivančica Ivanec. The contact person is Dejan Levačić 095/86-25-504, levacicdejan@gmail.com

If you want to reach the top of Ivanščica, the usual starting point is from Prigorje. There are several well-marked hiking trails leading to the top as well as a gravel road that can be taken by car. There are two starting points with organized parking lots, depending on the hiking trail you choose to reach the top.

Parking lot Repikovec
•    Hiking trail via Prekrižje (2:30 hours) - the easiest way to the top
•    Hiking trail via Pionir (1:30 hours) - the most challenging way to the top

Žgano vino
•    Hiking trail via Mrzljak (2:00 hours) - moderately difficult way to the top
•    Hiking trail via Konj (1:30 hours) - moderately difficult way to the top
•    Gravel road to the top (10 kn) - less demanding

For those who want to take an easy walk, we recommend the section from the Repikovec parking lot to the Šumi rest area. It is a pleasant walk on a gravel road. The Šumi rest area is known for its beautiful waterfalls.