Samobor is picturesque town situated on the eastern slopes of the Samobor hills just west from Zagreb (video), the capital city of Croatia (discover).
First written document with name Samobor on it dates to year 1242 on which King Bela IV granted to Samobor status of free town.
Samobor and hills surrounding it have always been attractive 20min. away destination for inhabitants of Zagreb who are seeking evening or weekend refuge from busy life in the capital. Samobor today will welcome visitors to numerous restaurants and cafes.
Samobor hills attract hikers to climb numerous peaks stretching all the way to the Zumberak mountain.
Samobor castle
Valleys curved in foothills with creeks disturbing quietness of the forest along with numerous birds are leading to attractive culinary destinations along with those in Samobor where Croatian continental culinary specialties can be tasted; fresh water trout, “cesnjofka” sausages, “kremshinte” cake… – did I mention how good pizzas they make, not only in Samobor but in all of Croatia!?
- Samobor photo gallery…
- Samobor on video…
