{"id":3012,"date":"2022-04-04T13:51:34","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T11:51:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/podravinaprigorjebike.com\/amazon-of-europe-bike-trail-atrakcije\/"},"modified":"2022-04-07T14:20:10","modified_gmt":"2022-04-07T12:20:10","slug":"amazon-of-europe-bike-trail-atrakcije","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/podravinaprigorjebike.com\/en\/amazon-of-europe-bike-trail-atrakcije\/","title":{"rendered":"Amazon of Europe Bike Trail – Attractions"},"content":{"rendered":"

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STAGE S6 PRELOG – KOPRIVNICA<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Embark on your cycling tour in Prelog and through eastern Me\u0111imurje area enter Podravina near Legrad, a village not far from the picturesque confluence of the Mura and Drava rivers. Explore the pristine nature of the Drava river basin and enjoy the most scenic views of the river and the romantic lakes. Finish the day in the historical town of Koprivnica where you can indulge in traditional Podravina dishes and great wines from the surrounding Bilogora hills.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Scenic Mura-Drava confluence<\/h4>\n

The larger part of this natural paradise is protected as a part of the Special Ornithological Reserve Veliki Pa\u017eut. The Halasz Csarda excursion site with a beach is located at the confluence of two rivers.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2738,2741,2744,2747,2750,2753″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Meadows in Zovje \u2013 nature monument<\/h4>\n

This meadow, classified as a small zoological site in the category of nature monuments, is one of the rare habitats of the protected butterfly species Maculinea teleius (scarce large blue butterfly) and Maculinea nausithous (dusky large blue butterfly).[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2771,2774,2777″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\u0160oderica Lake and view of the river from the bridge in Botovo<\/h4>\n

\u0160oderica Lake is a popular tourist attraction in Podravina for relaxation, recreation and swimming. The Drava riverbed is located next to the lake while the best view of the river is from the nearby bridge.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2783,2786,2789″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Koprivnica \u2013 open-air museum<\/h4>\n

Koprivnica is the centre of the Croatian food and pharmaceutical industry, and one of the most beautiful small continental cities in Central Europe with a picturesque town centre.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2793,2796″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

STAGE S7 KOPRIVNICA \u2013 \u0110UR\u0110EVAC<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Start your bike tour in Koprivnica and, cycling through Podravina, discover the picturesque area of the Regional Park Mura-Drava. Enjoy the best river views, experience the real \u201cAmazon of Europe\u201d, unwind next to romantic lakes and let the mystical nature help you discover the artistic spirit of world-famous naive painters. Finish the day in the historic town of \u0110ur\u0111evac and treat yourself to delicious Podravina dishes and great wines from Bilogora hills.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Hlebine \u2013 the centre of the world-famous naive art<\/h4>\n

Hlebine is the cradle of the world-famous Hlebine School of Naive Art and home to some of the best works of local naive artists at display in local galleries.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2800,2803,2806,2809,2812″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Regional Park Mura- Drava \u2013 Gabajeva Greda and Komatnica<\/h4>\n

For the most beautiful access to the Drava river and the surrounding picturesque lakes, visit the area of Komatnica and Gabajeva Greda in the Regional Park Mura-Drava.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2816,2819,2822,2825,2828,2831″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Marian sanctuary of Molve<\/h4>\n

Molve is a pilgrimage centre of Podravina dominated by a spectacular church (the so-called Podravina Cathedral), and the pilgrimage tradition is associated with the legend of the miraculous statue of Madonna from the 15th century.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2835,2841,2838,2844,2847,2850″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\u010cambina \u2013 magical Prekodravlje<\/h4>\n

The significant landscape of \u010cambina is a U-shaped wetland ecosystem developed from the former Drava river meander, which is characterized by an exceptional diversity of flora and fauna..[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2854,2857″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Wild Drava and magnificent Je\u0161kovo Lake<\/h4>\n

Je\u0161kovo Lake is a beautiful old Drava river U-shaped meander, popular among fishermen. The access to the widest Drava riverbed is located not far from the lake.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2861,2864,2867,2870″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\u010cingi Lingi and Sekuline lakes, Drava as the \u201cAmazon of Europe\u201d<\/h4>\n

\u010cingi Lingi Lake is a perfect spot for recreation and swimming, and Sekuline lakes for fishing and relaxing. Repa\u0161 bridge, which offers spectacular views of the Drava river, the so-called \u201cEuropean Amazon\u201d, is located nearby.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2873,2876,2879,2882,2885,2888″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

STAGE S8 \u0110UR\u0110EVAC \u2013 PITOMA\u010cA<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Discover the only Croatian desert and the magnificent surroundings of the Regional Park Mura-Drava. Explore the old town of \u0110ur\u0111evac and the breathtaking Drava river area. Don\u2019t miss out on the river\u2019s unique sandbars, backwaters and old meanders. The impressive ethnological collections are also a real treat. Finish your day in Pitoma\u010da enjoying a relaxing evening. Try some of the mouth-watering delicacies of Podravina and glorious wines from nearby hills.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u0110ur\u0111evac sands<\/h4>\n

The only Croatian desert is located near \u0110ur\u0111evac. This area has been declared a special geographical botanical reserve and is home to unique sandy vegetation.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2892,2895,2898″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Old town of \u0110ur\u0111evac<\/h4>\n

This fortress is a unique example of a medieval military stronghold and is famous for the Legend of the Rooster. It tells the story of the Ottoman attack on the fortress and the ingenious way in which the people of \u0110ur\u0111evac thwarted the attack.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2901,2904,2907,2910″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Novo Virje \u2013 Lake Drni\u0107 and the captivating Drava river surroundings<\/h4>\n

The charming settlement of Novo Virje with mesmerising accesses to the Drava river is a real treat for all nature lovers. The nearby Drni\u0107 Lake is perfect for a peaceful recreation. The \u010carda excursion site with the beautiful old Drava meander is also close by.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2913,2916,2919,2922,2925″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Picturesque village Brodi\u0107<\/h4>\n

This beautiful settlement is a proof that people and nature can coexist. Explore the life in the countryside as it once was and experience the strength and beauty of the Drava river on a boat trip.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2928,2931,2934,2937,2940,2943,2946″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Ethnographic collection of Josip Cugov\u010dan and Podravske Sesvete<\/h4>\n

This settlement is home to the rich ethnographic collection Cugov\u010dan and an ecological peace garden. The Karaula Meki\u0161 excursion site is also close by and the location is ideal for exploring the nature along the Drava river.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2949,2952,2955,2958,2961″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Klo\u0161tar sands – the authentic Croatian desert experience<\/h4>\n

For an authentic experience of “Croatian Sahara”, visit the location not far from Draganci. This location has a stretch of pure sand and it will give you the real feel of life in the desert. Beautiful lake Batinske is also nearby, especially popular among anglers.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2964,2967,2970,2973,2976″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1649146850316{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Photography: Goran \u0160afarek<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\"AmazonKoprivnica Kri\u017eevci County is proud partner of the Amazon of Europe Bike Trail<\/span>. One of Europe’s leading long-distance cycling trails opens up all the magic of our transnational destinations along the rivers Mura, Drava and Danube.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Project co-funded by European Union funds (ERDF, IPA)<\/p>\n

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