Shortly after the end of World War II, officials in the communist Yugoslav regime established a labor camp for Germans which operated until May 1946.

[2] Economy is based on farming, livestock breeding, forestry, wood and timber and foodstuffs industries; close to the town are oil and natural gas deposits.

Located close to the banks of the Drava river (5 km), Valpovo was an ancient dwelling of feudal families.

Major tourist attraction include important cultural and historical heritage, (remains of a mediaeval fortification, the old brickwork bridge, churches) and a landscaped park, protected as a horticultural monument.

The most important annual event is the Valpovo Summer (Croatian: Ljeto valpovačko), attended by a number of cultural clubs with folklore, music, theatrical and other performances.

Slavonian specialities, venison and freshwater fish, and quality wines add to the visitor opportunities of the Valpovo region.