Kopački Rit Nature Park

The park spans 231 square kilometers at the confluence of Drava and Danube rivers, containing numerous channels, lakes, and marshes forming intricate wetland systems.

King Leopold I granted the Belje estate, including Kopački Rit, to Prince Eugene of Savoy in 1699, who constructed a hunting lodge in this region.

The wetlands have shaped local traditions through generations, with communities developing specific fishing methods and agricultural practices adapted to this environment.

Visitors can explore the park through guided boat tours, walking trails, or cycling paths, with the main entrance located 15 kilometers from Osijek city center.

The park hosts over 300 bird species, including the largest population of Eurasian spoonbills in the Danube basin, making it a critical stopover for migratory birds.

Location: Osijek-Baranja County

Inception: 1967

Address: Kopačko jezero, 31327, Kopačevo, Croatia

Phone: 031445445

Website: http://kopacki-rit.com

GPS coordinates: 45.63083,18.89194

Latest update: November 29, 2025 16:04