Međimurje is a region as pleasant as paradise. In his heart is Čakovec. Count Csaky in the first half of the 13th century built a wooden fortress here called Chakia tower. This is how Csaktornya, Čakovec, was formed. The nobles of the Zrinski family gave Csaktornya, Čakovec the Croatian seal, the seal of the Europeans, in the 16th century. In the second half of the 19th century, the city got the first railway in Croatia, industry started, electric lighting was introduced, a telephone exchange was opened, the city developed and grew to this day.

Today, Čakovec is a small town for great emotions. In autumn, Čakovec smells of dried fruits and berries. In the spring it has the aroma of flowers waking up, in the winter the Čakovec sky is like lace, and in the summer the city vibrates and pulsates with the fast rhythm of life. It is ideal for resting the soul, diving into the rich history of the great Zrinski family, enjoying Međimurje gastronomic delicacies or participating in events: Carnival, Strawberry Festival, Autumn Rhapsody, Advent in the town of Zrinski or Porcijunkulovo, one of the top events in Croatia.

Čakovec is a multiple holder of the title of the most organized city in continental Croatia, one of the most desirable cities for living and a promising intersection of economic flows. Čakovec are artists, athletes, visionaries, craftsmen, entrepreneurs, strategists and citizens - diligent people loyal to the region.

In the heart of Čakovec is the Old Town of Zrinski.