Ponikve Meadow – Risnjak Mountain Lodge loop from Podsused - Vrapče

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City of Zagreb

Ponikve Meadow – Risnjak Mountain Lodge loop from Podsused - Vrapče

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Ponikve Meadow – Risnjak Mountain Lodge loop from Podsused - Vrapče

07:45

20.0km

940m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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1.06 km

Veternica Cave

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Veternica is a cave located in the Medvednica Nature Park, on the very edge of the city of Zagreb, and in 1979 it was protected by law as a geomorphological natural monument.

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1.41 km

Glavica Mountain Lodge

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Mountain Lodge Glavica is a cosy retreat on the western slopes of Medvednica, offering great views over Zagreb and hearty local food like pumpkin strudel and bean stew.

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2.94 km

Ponikve Meadow

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To get out of the city towards the hills, this has been beautifully created.

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6.14 km

Sopot Waterfall

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The "Sopot" waterfall, 9 m high, is the largest waterfall on Medvednica. It is located on Vrapčanski potok (Vrapčak stream) and the hiking trail 4 leads to it from Gornji …

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8.69 km

Grajfova Kopanja Mountain Shelter

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A shelter on the hiking trail 8, with a bench near by. An ideal spot to rest the legs and enjoy some snacks.

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10.1 km

Risnjak Mountain Lodge

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Risnjak Mountain Lodge (724 m above sea level) is run by the Risnjak Mountaineering Association, of which the members of the band Cinkuši are an integral part today. Risnjak is …

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16.1 km

Jambrišak Spring

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Jambrišak's spring is a generous source of drinking water along hiking trail 5. It is the source of the Javorščak stream. At the same time, it is the control elevation …

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18.7 km

This is a gorgeous section of trail that links Veternica cave with the Glavica mountain hut. After checking out Medvednica's most extensive and historic cave system, regional cuisine awaits at the hut.

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