Bus from SOMBOR to KARLOVAC

Sombor is a city in Serbia with about 50,000 inhabitants, and is the administrative center of the West Bačka District. Novi Sad is located about 100 km southeast of Sombor, Belgrade is 175 km away, and Budapest is 220 km north.

It is believed that the city was founded in the 14th century, under the influence of the Hungarian noble family Cobar.

Sombor is one of the most beautiful cities in Vojvodina, a place that preserves and cherishes all important cultural and historical landmarks and the memory of famous people who lived and created in that city. The pleasant city atmosphere and rich amenities make Sombor a very attractive tourist destination today. The symbol of the city is the carriage, which is still active in the 21st century, and is reminiscent of old town songs about Sombor and the people of Sombor.

The rich history of the city has left a legacy of a series of fabulously beautiful buildings and unique facades. Buildings, churches and palaces of Baroque, Gothic and Romantic-Neo-Gothic styles are intertwined, each of which carries a part of the city's history.

For lovers of good food, Sombor offers numerous ethnic restaurants, where you can enjoy the top specialties of Vojvodina cuisine.

Sombor rightfully bears the title of the greenest city in Europe. The city's territory includes the protected area of ​​SRP "Gornje Podunavlje", also known as the "European Amazon".

Nightlife

Modena Night Club Sombor, Club Loreto, Cabaret Sombor

Restaurants

Ethno Restaurant Fijaker, Stari slon, Godo

Taverns

Dalmatinski Podrum, Kafe Tri Šešira, Sedam Dudova – Salas

Most important events

International Children's Festival "Smile of Sombor", Sombor Half Marathon, Sombor Cultural Summer, Fijakerijada, Oldtimer Meetings

Accommodation

Hotel Barcode Wellness & Spa, Garni Hotel Andric, Guest House LILA, Apartments TEMA

Shopping

STOP SHOP Sombor, Home Park Sombor, KTC Shopping Center

Important telephone numbers

Police 192

Fire Department 193

Ambulance 194

General Hospital "Dr Radivoje Simonović" 025 / 467 – 700

Post Office 025 / 465 - 113

Bus station 025 / 441 - 166

Karlovac, situated 55km southwest from Zagreb, is the best place in Croatia for those who look for a special rafting and kayaking adventure, provided by the confluence of four rivers: the Kupa, Mreznica, Korana and Dobra rivers. Karlovac canbe easily reached by bus and can turn out to be a nice day trip for those staying in Zagreb.

What makes Karlovac unique is its star-shaped design. It is necessary to point out that, while not many towns can brag about the knowledge of the exact date of its founding, as well as the fact that they were a town from their very establishment, Karlovac is one of them. The construction of Karlovac  began in 1579, or to be precise, 13 July 1579 , and the ideas to make it a "Renaissance town", and for that reason, a special attentionwas given to its beauty and harmony, but also to serve as a defense against Turkish invaders. This old town in the shape of a six-pointed staris comprised of 24 equally divided blocks.

Besides wandering the streets and rafting the rivers, Karlovac has  a lot more to offer. For, instance, Korana river with Foginovo beach is a famous tourist attraction, as well as bathing spot known for its medicinal properties of the pristine waters of the river.

The new and exciting Karlovac freshwater aquarium, Aquatika, was designedin sucha manner as to allow its visitors to follow a series of ramps that recall a river's flow. Besides the specimens from Karlovac’s rivers, the museum also exibits astounding flora and fauna from all over Croatia, with background effects such as evocative lighting and water sounds.

Main town square -Josip ban Jelačić square: The planning of the city was carefully done and the streets within the walls of the city are arranged at right angles. After the plague epidemic in 1691, a votive column (the Plague Pillar), with a statue of the Madonna on top of it, was built on the main town square. A well, ornamented with allegorical representations of the town’s rivers, was built in the geometrical centre of the Star and square in 1869 on the location of a baroque fountain. 

The Vrbanić gardens: The gardens were designed as an open-style botanical garden. Named after the Mayor Josip Vrbanić, the gardens bear a resemblance to English and French parks and contain rare trees and plants. Convenienty located in the southeastern part of the town, between the Korana river and the Karlovac ''Star" (Zvijezda), is a favorite place of tourists who like to unwind after a long stroll around Karlovac.

Dubovac Castle: The Old Town of Dubovac, situated on a hill with a beautiful panoramic view over the city, is regarded as one of the best preserved, as well as most captivating architectural monuments of the feudal age. On the site of the present-dayfort, there are still traces of an Early Stone Age settlement, while the castle was built at the end of the 12th or beginning of the 13th century. During the tours around the castle, spectators can enjoy the exibition of history that made Karlovac what it is today. In the vicinity of the castle is one of the oldest and most beautiful town shrines, the Early Baroque church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Snows.

The Church of The Holy Trinity, built in the same timeas the fortress, is the oldest building in Karlovac, while  monastery was built in the 17th century. They are situated on the main square (Ban Jelačić Square). The whole complex is baroque and has a rich inventory. 

Beside its rich history, Karlovac and its surroundings offer interesting hiking tours in its nearby forests, especially the Kozjača trail, while during summer months visitors can enjoy a variety of events, such as the Beer fest and numerous fairs.