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Balkan Countries City Walks

Embark on an enchanting journey four Balkan countries city walks that uncover the hidden gems of these seven captivating cities: Plovdiv and Sofia, Bulgaria; Split, Zadar and Zagreb, Croatia; Bucharest, Romania and Belgrade, Serbia.

Each guide takes you to at least 20 of the most iconic locations of each city. We provide a link to Google Maps, allowing you to see your location in relation to the walking path and each location. This book has 174 pages and 140 of our own photos.

Begin your journey in Bulgaria, exploring Plovdiv’s ancient ruins and Sofia’s eclectic blend of history and modernity.

In Croatia, stroll through Split‘s history, Zadar’s Roman forums and Zagreb’s vibrant street art.

Bucharest, Romania, offers a mix of grandiose communist architecture and lively old town charm.

Finally, Serbia’s Belgrade captivates with its fortress views and bustling nightlife.

Each city offers a unique tapestry of culture, history, and local flavours, perfect for the intrepid traveller seeking authentic experiences at their own pace.

Zagreb Self-Guided City Walk

The Zagreb City Walk will guide you through the capital city of Croatia. The city has a 1,000-year history, making it one of the oldest cities in Europe.

The city lies between the mountain of Medvednica and the river Sava and has two distinct areas.

The Upper Town situated on the two hills Kaptol and Gradec have the twin-spired Zagreb Cathedral and 13th-century St. Mark’s Church; while the Lower Town has the main square, Ban Jelačić, plus shops, museums and parks.

Zagreb is a lovely town to wander with atmospheric streets that come alive at night.

Walk Distance approximately 5 km / 3 miles mostly flat with a little rise up to the Cathedral and again up to St Mark’s Church, but quite easy.