Zagreb isn’t one of those cities like Paris, Prague, London or Belgrade who live actively by the river. The river Sava, although fundamental for the city’s development, had never really found its way into the urban culture of the city. Maybe because most people still remember the flood in 1964, so severe it flooded one third of the city.

However, as rough as this flood was, it brought about to one really nice consequence: the building of the Savski Nasip (the Bank), designed to protect the city from further floods which it’s still successful at 46 years later.

However, the Bank became to be more than just a safety net from the flood. Over time, more and more people have recognized it as a beautiful place for jogging, walking, relaxing etc. Especially because by walking along the bank you can walk from the Jarun Lake to Lake Bundek (check the Lake Bundek article), enjoying nature all along the way although still in the city.

Mostly used for recreational purposes, the Bank also became a place for outdoor music performances, theater shows and other interesting manifestations.

Savski Nasip is recommended especially for romantic strolls now that the days are getting longer and warmer. 

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Savski Nasip | Relaxing, Festivals & events | Free
Savski Nasip | Novi Zagreb
24 hours daily

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