Two historical periods meet on Zašat: the Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene, built in 1874, and archaeological evidence of a much older settlement. There is also a network of circular trails and a wellness program with a clearly stated target group. This means you can plan a visit to Krapinske Toplice around different interests: walking, local history or a specific wellness offer.
Trails for planning your day
The Toplički pješački prsten is a system of hiking trails that encircles Krapinske Toplice. At its intersections, signposts indicate the difficulty level and the average walking time from the town centre. These two details answer different planning questions: the walking time helps you plan your day, while the stated difficulty level provides additional guidance about the route. When preparing a hike, you can consider both indicators together.
Chestnut Alley is a pedestrian route between the centre of Krapinske Toplice and Klokovec, used by visitors. It is an integral part of the Toplice Pedestrian Ring. While the circular trail goes around the town, Chestnut Alley connects two specific points. This provides different route references for finding your way, without assuming a particular walking time.
Zašat: chapel and landscape
The Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene stands on Zašat, east of the centre of Krapinske Toplice. It was built in 1874 on the site of an older wooden chapel. Archaeological finds on Zašat also point to a prehistoric hilltop settlement, provisionally dated to the Late Bronze Age, around 1200 to 800 BCE. The chapel and archaeological evidence therefore refer to distinctly different periods; the settlement’s dating is explicitly provisional.
Zašat Park Forest extends to the chapel and was part of the spatial composition of the health resort. The forest now needs revitalisation. The chapel, archaeological evidence and historical design of the surroundings thus offer different but interconnected perspectives on Zašat.
Discover local history online
Topoteka Krapinskih Toplica offers another way to explore the town’s history. The digital collection includes photographs, documents, postcards and other materials relating to the local past. It allows you to explore the history of Krapinske Toplice in one place. The different types of material offer a perspective on local history that differs from individual buildings or landscape features: images, written documents and postcards all share the same thematic context.
An annual event
BadlFest is held annually in Krapinske Toplice in memory of Jakob Badl. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the date of that year’s edition before arranging your stay. This recurring event adds a specific focus to the trails and historical connections.
Wellness for a clearly defined target group
The TopliÄŤki Revital Program is intended for people of working age. It includes a massage with stretching elements, foot reflexology and swimming in the pool. The program is thus defined by a specific target group and activities. If you would like to include it in your plans, check availability and booking conditions in advance.
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Go to the main travel overview: Općina Krapinske Toplice.
