Topusko

General information Topusko, a town with a population of 3219. It lies in a picturesque area in the middle course of the Glina River, in a hilly region between Petrova gora to the west and the somewhat more distant Zrinska gora to the southeast. The town is known for its thermal sources of volcanic origin with thermal waters, which, according to tests by world-renown institutions, are at the very top in Europe in regards to the quality of composition. The composition of the mineral water from Topusko has pharmacological effects, promotes the reorganization of the organism and helps in the treatment of rheumatic, gynecological, neurological illnesses, as well as posttraumatic and postoperative states. We recommend: It is the ideal place for carrying out a fitness program, improving physical condition (especially for the elderly), as well as hiking and walking through the tame surroundings and Petrova gora. Excursions: The traditional autumn chestnut and mushroom picking, especially for the bolete type, attracts numerous excursionists. Highlights of the Place: Topusko is a well-known health and tourist destination, visited with enthusiasm by many members of Europe’s elite, especially in the second half of the 19th century. The Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Ferdinand even had his trim-trail there.