Klek mountain, Croatia































Klek

Klek mountain.jpg
Mt. Klek as seen from the east

Highest point
Elevation 1,181 m (3,875 ft)
Coordinates
45°15′31″N 15°8′44″E / 45.25861°N 15.14556°E / 45.25861; 15.14556Coordinates: 45°15′31″N 15°8′44″E / 45.25861°N 15.14556°E / 45.25861; 15.14556
Geography



Klek is located in Croatia

Klek

Klek



Location of Mt. Klek in Croatia


Location Croatia
Parent range Dinaric Alps
Climbing
Easiest route Hike

Klek is mountain in north-western Croatia, near Ogulin in Karlovac County. It is the easternmost mountain of the Velika Kapela range of the Dinaric Alps.


The mountain is one of the best-known Croatian botanist reserves and home to a number of protected species of mountain flora.


According to the 17th century tale, during the nights of storm, the summit of Klek is a midnight gathering point for witches and fairies.


In the early 20th century, Klek's east and south face nurtured numerous Croatian rock climbers. The longest route length exceeds 200 m, with difficulty up to 5.12a.




Peak of Klek mountain



See also


  • List of mountains in Croatia


External links



  • description at Summitpost.org

  • Klek climbing routes at Rockclimbing.com




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