Kožljak

The settlement of Kožljak stands on the western slopes of Učka mountain, next to a medieval castle constructed on a steep cliff at 184 meters elevation.

The castle, first documented in 1102 as Castrum Iosilach, served as a strategic control point for the ancient route connecting central Istria to the Kvarner region.

The castle grounds contain the Romanesque parish church of Saint Hadrian, featuring a Glagolitic inscription plaque from 1590 and two additional chapels.

The village includes a railway station on the Lupoglav-Štalije route and maintains a population of 160 residents who primarily engage in agricultural activities.

Francesco Barbo transformed the castle into a Protestant center during the 16th century, assembling the largest collection of Protestant literature in Istria.

Location: Istria County

Location: Kršan

Elevation above the sea: 64 m

GPS coordinates: 45.17700,14.17800

Latest update: October 15, 2025 21:29