Your spring break in Plitvice Lakes National Park /

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is the perfect destination for an early spring break. The gloomy and cold winter gives way to an abundance of flora and fauna. The water and waterfalls swell and show their full splendor. Enjoy the time outside the high season and feel the joy of spring at Plitvice Lakes.

Nature awakens

The gloomy winter days give way to the awakening of nature. The flowers are in full bloom, the birds are chirping, as the trees grow ever greener. During your walk along the lakes, you will enjoy the company of snowdrops whose white color will enchant every visitor. Along with the sound of waterfalls, you can often hear birds calling with their song for a new era – the era of new generations that they will raise in their nest. While walking in the Upper Lakes, you have the chance to see a mother duck with her little fluffy ducklings. Their fluff makes them so cute and successful in putting a smile on the faces of the visitors. Sometimes you have to make a little more effort to spot them, because the mother duck is very handy when it comes to hiding her ducklings in the bushes. Their color is the perfect camouflage and protects the ducklings from other animals. Everything buzzes with action, bumblebees and bees buzz and flutter from flower to flower in the company of butterflies. The plant and animal worlds are always playful…

Spring is best spent in nature

Winter is usually followed by warmer and longer days that we can’t wait to spend in nature and taking trips is always a good idea. Spring, with its splendor and warm rays of sunshine, always awakens a new adventurous spirit in us. For many, spring is their favorite season, and what could be better after gloomy days than taking a walk surrounded by greenery and an infinite number of waterfalls?

One of the main reasons we spend time in nature is to relax, especially nowadays when we want to get away from the daily stress. Nature is always a powerful source of inspiration for those who love and appreciate it, as it stimulates and plays with the imagination. Spring at Plitvice Lakes is sure to fill your memory and your camera roll.

Lake tour programs

Spring is the ideal time to enjoy the beauty of the falls. Winter usually brings colder days with precipitation and the Upper Lakes are closed for safety reasons. Warmer weather and longer days usually speed up the opening of the Upper Lakes and extend working hours.

Did you know that there are eight tour programs in the Park? Depending on how much you are willing to walk, i.e. spend time in the park, you can choose to visit only the upper or the lower lakes. As always, you can also spend the whole day in the park – it’s up to you. Whichever option you choose, you won’t regret it. You can experience the beauty of nature at every step. The Lower Lakes are located in a gorge and a sight well worth seeing is the Veliki slap waterfall – the perfect place to refresh with its spray of water. The Upper Lakes consist of twelve lakes scattered in a magical forested area. You will be pleasantly surprised by the murmur of an infinite number of waterfalls. All lakes have crystal clear and clean water in an enchanting landscape.

The scents of spring

What is the first thought that comes to your mind when you think of a sunny spring day at Plitvice Lakes and can you imagine the smell of spring there? After nature awakens from its sleep and casts off its winter blanket, the waterfalls and lakes take center stage at Plitvice Lakes. After rain and snow, the beautiful and powerful waterfalls flow with their full force – that’s exactly why spring is the ideal time to see them play. Everything smells like “spring”. The water of the falls splashes against the water lilies that are just beginning to open their beautiful green leaves. Walk on the wooden paths and bridges, relax and enjoy the scents of nature! The irresistible smell of clean, clear water, the freshness in the air and the scent of buds awakening will remain etched in your memory. So if you like the feeling of spring, don’t miss enjoying it in all its beauty in Plitvice Lakes National Park and breathe in the scent of fresh treetops and emerald green lakes.

Spring flowers in full bloom

Spring flowers are plants that bloom in spring and put a smile on everyone’s face as soon as we see them. Warmer and longer days are the first sign that a fragrant spring is on its way. They are very important in the ecosystem because with their pollen and nectar they feed on various insects, usually different species of butterflies and bees that come out of their hiding places so that they can survive until other plants begin to bloom. The first spring flowers bloom mainly in the Lower Lakes canyon because the rocks attract more heat and light from the sun and the snow melts faster. Spring flowers in the Lower Lakes Gorge sometimes bloom up to several weeks earlier than in other parts of the National Park. While walking on the paths surrounded by untouched nature in springtime at Plitvice Lakes, you will come across different types of spring flowers, the first of which appear are primroses, snowdrops and cornflowers, as well as numerous other species. Enjoy their exceptional beauty and variety of colors, take in all that this short period has to offer, but remember not to pick any flower so as not to disturb the harmony and beauty of their habitat.

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Colorful signs

With the arrival of spring, we also look forward to the arrival of delicious vegetable delicacies on our plates. All foodies, chefs and other nature lovers have a smile on their face and look forward to that part of the year. The season is upon us, make sure to welcome spring in a well-deserved way and let the green shoots become a feast for your plate and palate.

Taste some of our fresh dishes and enjoy the flavors of spring on your plate.

Rowing on Kozjak Lake

You can also go rowing on Kozjak Lake, the largest of Plitvice’s 16 lakes. As you walk down the path from Station 2 to Boat Pier P1 you will be taken aback by the size and beauty of the lake and the sound of the falls. At the pier itself you can rent a wooden rowing boat and go exploring. This wonderful physical activity allows you to enjoy the first spring sun and enjoy the fresh spring air. Taking pictures of interesting and fun moments is an experience you will never forget. Can you imagine all the wonders of this adventure? We recommend that you take the time to rest between the lower and upper lakes and absorb the tranquility of this spectacular lake, from which you can see the numerous waterfalls that pour from the upper lakes. Say hello to the many fish, ducks and birds that will join you on this adventure for an even better experience.

Coffee time at Labudovac

Prošćansko Lake is the first and highest lake in which the main stream flows and from where the network of lakes and waterfalls begins. In the immediate vicinity of Prošćansko Lake, the first lake in a series of 16 pears that are Plitvice Lakes, Labudovac Cafe is nestled in a spacious meadow and surrounded by a fragrant forest. If you’re coming from the Upper Lakes, this place is ideal for waking up for your trek, and if you’re coming from the Lower Lakes, you’ll look forward to refreshments after a long walk and resting on the benches. The open green meadow houses benches, actually an open summer terrace where you can enjoy your coffee with a view. For most people, coffee is a ritual they want to enjoy in peace, it’s the perfect me-time, a moment of the day to reflect and rest. Sitting on a bench in the tranquility of the forest and admiring the timeless view and being re-energized by the fresh air is something priceless. Here you will also find light refreshments such as chocolate or blueberry muffins. From Labudovac you can also follow some of our interesting hiking trails, where you can get to know the nature of the park better.

A postcard-perfect view awaits you in Labudovac!

Wellness and massages

In the heart of the National Park there is a wellness oasis in the Jezero Hotel. After a day of walking in the fresh air, it’s time to relax in an ideal wellness environment. You can enjoy a deep rest that renews the soul and body and visit the sauna and the swimming pool. Massages are also part of the offer. After a mental rest in the green of the newly awakened nature and discovering the hiking and walking trails of the Park, wellness will surely relax you. Massages have many benefits and are more than just relaxation, as they also improve health, relieve pain and have a beneficial effect on insomnia and stress. Spending the whole day in the pleasant spring air has a healing effect on the entire body, from the respiratory tract to the skin, and wellness will combine it into a phenomenal pleasure.

Spring in Plitvice Lakes National Park. Is there a better place to spend it?

Tomislav Kovačević is the General Director of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Plitvice Lakes National Park is the oldest and largest national park in Croatia.

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