Discover the flavors of Lika with a short trip from Lyra Hotel Plitvice to Turkalj Dairy. Experience family cheesemaking traditions, taste award-winning “Lika Quality” cheeses, and take home flavors of the region.
When visiting the Plitvice Lakes, don’t miss the chance to stop by Turkalj Dairy, a family-owned farm that will impress you with its own cheese production.
Staying at Lyra Hotel Plitvice gives you the opportunity to make the most of your day and discover much more than just the stunning Plitvice Lakes.
Take some time, plan short trips around the area, and fill your weekend with experiences that showcase the beauty of Lika; authentic, traditional flavors and breathtaking nature.
Surrounded by nature, Lyra Hotel Plitvice is an ideal choice for those who want to explore the natural wonders of the Plitvice region and enjoy discovering the unique attractions this destination has to offer.
The hotel’s friendly staff can provide ideas for short nearby trips, give you information about destinations, and help you organize your time and visits.
After exploring and tasting your way through the area, return to the comfort of your room, enjoy a hot shower, and sink into a spacious bed for a restful night, ready to take on another day of adventure!
Turkalj Dairy is located just a 20-minute drive from the hotel, in the village of Rakovica, where you’ll find a homely atmosphere, the aroma of fresh milk and cheese, and a family that has nurtured a passion for cheesemaking for generations.
You can watch the cheesemaking process, meet the proud family behind it, and taste their delicacies like fresh, mild cheeses to smoked, mature varieties full of character.
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This family farm started operating in 2001 with seven cows on five hectares of land. Today, they have 30 dairy cows, 20 young calves, and their own animal feed production on nearly 75 hectares of land. Every day, they process over 200 liters of milk, which allows them to maintain full control over the production of their excellent cheese assortment.
Turkalj Dairy is renowned for cheeses carrying the “Lika Quality” label, including “Rakovički Glavan” – a semi-hard cheese matured for 90 days and awarded at international festivals and fairs. In addition to that, you’ll find fresh škripavac cheese, smoked and white Rakovica cheese, and Lička basa – a traditional yogurt – as well as skuta (ricotta-like whey cheese).
This short trip easily fits into a morning or afternoon and offers an experience you’ll remember for a long time. Our guests often say that visiting Turkalj Dairy is one of their favorite travel memories, especially when they take home a piece of those flavors. Besides cheese, the Turkalj family also offers yogurt and other homemade products well worth trying.
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