Barać Caves
Baraćeve špilje
A group of limestone caves north of the Sixteen Lakes, with guided tours of stalactites and stalagmites, home to several bat species, and where cave bear fossils have been found.
Barać Caves lie near the town of Rakovica. The Upper Barać Cave is currently open, and a guided tour takes about 40 to 60 minutes. Inside, you can see stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstone, as well as cave bear skeletons. In peak season, tours leave on the hour, while in the off-season, advance booking is required. The temperature inside stays around 9°C all year, so bring a jacket even in summer. The caves are about 20 km from Entrance 1 of the Sixteen Lakes and can be combined with Drežnik Grad and Rastoke on a half-day trip.
Opening hours
April–October, approx. 10:00–18:00; reservations required in winter
Nearby sights
- Drežnik Grad
- Šupljara Cave
- Veliki slap (Great Waterfall)
- Lower Lakes
- Lake Kozjak
- Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Upper Lakes
- Rastoke