Croatia, Lika
Deserted forest curves through the Lika highlands towards the famous lakes.
Length
70 km
In miles
43.5 mi
Driving time
1 hr 45 min
Atlas rating
8.8 / 10
The run
Ogulin to Plitvice Lakes, following the D52. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Snow between December and March
Nearby
55 km away
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Adriatic Highway, D8
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Ucka Pass Road
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Krka Zagora Road
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Istrian Hill Town Road
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