City of Gospić - Baške Oštarije
Baške Oštarije is a village located on one of the most beautiful mountains, Velebit, 936 meters above sea level. It is situated about twenty kilometers from Karlobag on one side and almost as much from Gospić on the other. It is a place with many beautiful peaks, a place of irresistible beauty and fresh air where the Mediterranean and continental climate combine.
Baške Oštarije - Croatia/ Lika-Senj county/ Brušane
Tourist experience: Baške Oštarije is an ideal place for hiking enthusiasts. There are many peaks with an amazing view on Velebit and the Adriatic Sea: Filipov kuk, Ljubičko brdo, Dabarski kukovi, Kiza, Badanj, Veliki Sadikovac etc. When visiting Baške Oštarije, in the recreation center there is a possibility of recreational riding. Here one can also ski on a prepared trail just over a kilometer long, located near the hostel. The hostel also has a restaurant where one can taste local dishes. Nearby, there is one of the most beautiful hiking trails - Premužić trail, which is today considered a masterpiece of trail building. There is also an educational trail/road Terezijana built in 1786, named after Maria Theresa - Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary. One should definitely not miss visiting a viewpoint Kubus and enjoy the panoramic view on the mountain, islands and the sea.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: From one to a few days
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Hiking is not for people with mobility problems; otherwise, the village offers various experiences accessible to everyone
Tourist contact: Nature Park Velebit
Cultural material heritage: Church, Hostel
Cultural immaterial heritage: Historical itinerary, Local traditions or legend
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Mountains, Hills, Medical herbs, Flora, Fauna, cycling trails, Hiking trails, Ski trails
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Water streams, Pathways
Hidden intangible patrimony: Gastronomy and culinary practices, Local customs, Community tales, Knowledge related to agriculture and wild herbs, Family tales
Experiences: Picking up wild herbs, Cycling through nature, Cycling, hiking, trekking, adventure motor, jeep safari, rafting, walking, exploring, Road trip, Sledding, Climbing, Skiing, Horse riding, Walking, Picnic, Sport activities
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
City of Gospić - Bicycle trails
In the area of the town of Gospić, there are eight bicycle trails, with a total length of 397 km. They are known under the common name "Paths of Velebit and Greats".
The first two trails lead from Gospić to Smiljan ("Velikana I" - 41 km and "Velikana II" - 41 km), and on that route you can see the birth house of Nikola Tesla, where the Memorial Center is arranged. Driving along this trail you will arrive to Veliki Žitnik, where the Croatian politician and Father of the Nation Ante Starčević was born, and you can visit his birthplace - the Memorial Home.
The third trail is "Jezero" leading to the village of Klanac where one can see fascinating canyon of the river Lika, and Lake Kruščica is nearby. The length of the trail is 35 km.
The "Štirovača" trail is the most demanding, its length is 104 km. It passes through the village of Aleksinica where is one of the most important sacral monuments in the area of Lika, the parish of St. John the Baptist. A beer factory and an Indian village can be seen in village of Pazarište.
The "Brušane" and "Rizvanuša" trails are 36 km long and more demanding. They lead to the village of Rizvanuša where the Adrenaline Park is located.
The "Velebit" trail is 58 km long. It leads through Baške Oštarije with a beautiful view of the Adriatic Sea and the island of Pag.
The "Jadovno" trail is 48 km long, and you can see pits and a church in the village of Jadovno, the Nikola Tesla Memorial Center in Smiljan, and the Kolakovac Park in Gospić.
Gospić - Croatia / Lika-senj county
Tourist experience: Bicycle trails are an ideal way to actively explore natural and cultural sights. Driving these trails you can see Kolakovac Park, Rizvanuša Adrenaline Park, Nikola Tesla Memorial Center, Ante Starčević Memorial Home, Parish Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the village of Klanac, Lika River Canyon, Lake Krušćica, beer factory in Pazarište, Indian village in Velika Plana…
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: A few hours, depends which trail you choose
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Experience accessible to everyone who has a bike
Tourist contact: Tourist Board Gospić
Cultural material heritage: Museum, Religious building, Church, Historic house
Cultural immaterial heritage: Historical itinerary
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Lakes, Hills, Caves, Rivers, Flora, Fauna, cycling trails
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Water streams, Pathways
Experiences: Cycling through nature
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver