Virovitica-Podravina County

Virovitica-Podravina County is an administrative region in eastern Croatia covering approximately 2,000 square kilometers in northern Slavonia. The area includes several larger towns like Virovitica, Slatina, and Orahovica that serve as economic and administrative centers, and is characterized by flat agricultural landscapes.

The area was under Ottoman rule from the 16th to the 17th century and later became part of the Habsburg Empire. This period shaped the population structure and cultural boundaries that remain visible in the region today.

The region has a strong agricultural identity visible in village festivals and local markets, where traditional crafts and regional specialties continue to be practiced. This connection to the land and the seasons shapes how communities gather and share their daily lives.

The area is shaped by an agricultural infrastructure with Virovitica serving as the administrative center where local services and markets concentrate. The flat terrain makes it relatively easy to navigate, and the region is suitable for exploring the landscape and smaller towns at your own pace.

The population here has shrunk significantly over recent decades as people have migrated to larger cities and other countries seeking better opportunities. This shift has reshaped the local economy and the character of many villages in the region.

Location: Croatia

Capital city: Virovitica

Elevation above the sea: 144 m

Shares border with: Bjelovar-Bilogora County, Koprivnica-Križevci County, Požega-Slavonia County, Osijek-Baranja County

Website: https://vpz.hr

GPS coordinates: 45.87300,17.50500

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:56