Mađerkin breg Štrigova

Mađerkin breg Štrigova (Mađerkas Hill) is a location that attracts nature enthusiasts, offers an active vacation in Međimurje, and allows exploration of the rich winemaking tradition of northern Croatia. If you rent accommodation or a holiday house in Štrigova, you will be approximately 7 kilometers away from Mađerkin breg. You can quickly reach it by bike or car, or even on foot, using paths that lead through vineyards with views of the enchanting Međimurje hills. Why should you visit Mađerkin breg Štrigova? Because it is the highest point in Međimurje, standing at only 361 meters above sea level, yet it boasts a 27-meter-high lookout tower that offers breathtaking panoramic views. Below the lookout tower, there is also a bicycle service point. The hill got its name from a famous ballerina, originally from Hungary (Mađarska in Croatian), named Emilija Krauthaker, who moved here following her soldier husband. After his death, she earned a living by selling eggs. It is said that each of her hens had a name, and she would write the hens name on the eggs it laid. When asked how she survived, she would reply that the beauty of the nature surrounding her was her sustenance. Mađerkin breg is a series of terraced vineyards and a marvelous place whose beauty is truly captivating. Check it out for yourself and, in the process, discover wineries in the vicinity and farms where you can enjoy homemade wine and unforgettable food.