Peace and greenery along the Kupa and the Odra
Nature in Lekenik is one of the destination's greatest assets. The Municipality of Lekenik is defined by the rivers Kupa and Odra, Odransko polje, the slopes of the Vukomerić Hills, the forests of Turopolje, fertile plains and unspoilt rural landscapes.
It is this variety that makes Lekenik so appealing for time in nature, active holidays and exploring continental Croatia.
Rivers, fields and forests
Swimming · canoeing · fishing
The Kupa River
The Kupa River is an important part of the area's natural identity. Villages such as Letovanić, Stari Brod, Šišinec and Žažina lie along its banks, and the riverside is particularly good for recreation, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, walks and relaxing in natural surroundings.
Natura 2000
The Odra and Odransko polje
Odransko polje is protected as a significant landscape and is part of the European Natura 2000 ecological network. It is known for its wet grasslands, rich plant and animal life and vast pastures, where you can see horses and other livestock grazing freely.
Truffles · mushrooms · herbs
Forests
Much of the municipality is covered by forests of pedunculate oak, sessile oak, beech and hornbeam. These woodlands are important for maintaining the natural balance, but also for special experiences such as truffle hunting, gathering mushrooms and medicinal herbs, and outdoor educational activities.
Landscape heritage
Fishpond
For decades, the fishpond in the area of Žažina, Dužica and Letovanić was important for the local landscape, fish farming and life by the water. Although it no longer has the economic importance it once had, it remains an interesting part of Lekenik's natural and landscape heritage.
Climate
Lekenik has a moderate continental climate, with warm summers and colder winters. The warmest month is July, with an average temperature of around 22 °C, and the coldest is January, averaging around -1 °C. These conditions favour agriculture, forestry, time outdoors and tourism all year round.
With its unspoilt nature, rivers, forests, pastures and rural landscapes, Lekenik is a destination that offers visitors peace, space and a direct connection with nature.
Lekenik through the seasons
Spring
Nature reawakens: walks and horse riding across the meadows, and Jurjevo, the celebration of Lekenik Municipality Day.
Summer
Swimming and canoeing on the Kupa, and the traditional Kupa Boat Race in Stari Brod.
Autumn
Mushroom, chestnut and truffle season in the forests of Turopolje, plus the Cerje mushroom and chestnut festival.
Winter
Vincekovo (St. Vincent's Day) in the vineyards and the festive atmosphere of Advent in Lekenik.
