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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 - Educational trails
Five educational trails have been arranged in the city of Gospić: Veliki Žitnik-Dunjevac, Ćukinov put-Budački most, Derale-Lika River, Medak-Vrebac, and an educational trail on Krčmar hill in Smiljan. Educational trails are an important part of tourist infrastructure because they encourage the locals and tourists to use forest areas for recreation and outdoor activities and enjoy their stay by being in touch with nature.
Gospić - Croatia/ Lika-Senj county
Tourist experience: The trails are ideal for all those who want to do outdoor activities and spend time in nature. Each educational trail takes nature lovers through the different green areas of the City of Gospić.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: A few hours
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Tourist Board Gospić
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Mountains, Hills, Medical herbs, Flora, Fauna, Hiking trails
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Water streams, Pathways
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
City of Gospić - Hiking trail Krčmar
Krčmar is a hill above Smiljan, 773 m high. From the top, there is a beautiful view of the Velebit peaks, the town of Gospić, the neighboring hill Oštra and the whole Lika. The top is reached by a macadam road on which the Way of the Cross is arranged. The Way of the Cross is consisting of fourteen stations in stone, depicting Jesus Christ on the day of his crucifixion. At the top of Krčmar, there is a cross. The trail begins from Smiljan, near the Memorial Center. It takes about 50 minutes to climb Krčmar.
Smiljan Gospić - Croatia/ Lika-Senj County
Tourist experience: The Krčmar hiking trail is ideal for hiking lovers who do not want a demanding trail. The climb takes only 50 minutes, and the view from the top is
incredible.
During the celebration of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, many Christians climb the hill passing the stations of the cross. The local church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is built next to Krčmar.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: A few hours
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not suitable for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Mountaineering Association Željezničar
Cultural material heritage: Way of the cross
Cultural immaterial heritage: Religious cult
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Hills, Flora, Hiking trails
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Pathways
Experiences: Climbing, Religious tourism
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
City of Gospić - Hiking trail Oštra
Oštra is a peak near Gospić, 798 m high. The peak is reached by a hiking trail that starts from the village Podoštra. The ascent time is about 45 minutes.
Gospić - Croatia / Lika-Senj county
Tourist experience: The Oštra hiking trail is ideal for hiking enthusiasts who do not want a demanding trail. The climb takes only 45 minutes and the view from the top is amazing.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: A few hours
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not suitable for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Mountaineering Association Željezničar
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Hills, Flora, Hiking trails
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Pathways
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
City of Gospić - Village Brušane
Brušane is a beautiful village placed at the foot of Velebit. Around one hundred years ago, Brušane had a population of around 730, and today it is only 130. The River Suvaja flows through it and it used to be famous for trout farming. There is also one renovated watermill. The village is built on the oldest karst rocks from Mesozoic and there are 3 world-famous geological sites visited by many scientists -Kalvarija / Velnačka glavica, Paripov jarak and Košna vrelo. There is also St. Martin's church, named after the patron saint of the village. Monument to the Velebit Uprising is a memorial of the first organized resistance of the Croatian people against the military police terror of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia.
Brušane - Croatia/ Lika-Senj county
Tourist experience: In a village Brušane one can experience active tourism - there are many cycling trails, beautiful peaks for climbing, rivers for fishing, and the locals are known mushrooms pickers. If one is more interested in geology, Kalvarija / Velnačka glavica, Paripov jarak and Košna vrelo are places to visit. For those who love going off the beaten track, it could be interesting to discover the remains of the old village of Brušane (Cimitar), hidden from the main road.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: From a few hours to a few days.
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Accessible to everyone
Tourist contact: Nature Park Velebit
Cultural material heritage: Religious building, Church
Cultural immaterial heritage: Historical itinerary
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Mountains, Hills, Flora, Fauna, Hiking trails, Ski trails
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Pathways
Hidden intangible patrimony: Local customs, Knowledge related to agriculture and wild herbs
Experiences: Climbing, Skiing, Horse riding
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
Master Road / Majstorska cesta
Construction of the Master Road began in 1825, and it took 11 years to build it. It was built by Josip Kajetan Knežić, a self-taught engineer back then working for the Austrian army. The function of the road was to shorten the road from the north to Zadar and Dalmatia. The Master Road is included in the list of the cultural heritage of the Republic of Croatia. It is the masterpiece of 19th-century road construction and the first modern road that connected Dalmatia with continental Croatia. Today, the Master Road is a unique panoramic road, the most beautiful mountain road from which at the same time one can experience beautiful views of the spectacular shapes of Tulove grede, as well as the Zadar hinterland and the sea.
Majstorska cesta bb Jasenice / Lovinac - Croatia/ Zadar County / Lika-Senj County
Tourist experience: The Master Road is visited by fans of adventure, driving, nature, cycling, but also the Winnetou movie. Namely, nearby one can find Winnetou's tomb, which merged with the mountain. The surrounding mountain area served as the backdrop for the cult German movie about an Indian chief, so here you can often meet fans of this movie.
Experience duration: 42 km long, 1 hour by car
Opening: Accessible non-stop
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Accessible to everyone
Tourist contact: Nature Park Velebit
Cultural material heritage: Cultural heritage under the protection of the Ministry of Culture
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Mountains
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes
Hidden intangible patrimony: Building practices
Experiences: Cycling through nature, Road trip
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
Municipality of Lovinac - Zir mountain
Zir is a mountain 850 m high, located in the municipality of Lovinac. Seen from a distance, it seems like a mountain has grown in the middle of the plain. There are two legends about the origin of its name. The first is that the mountain served as an observatory during the Turkish conquests. The peak Zir was an ideal place to control the Lika Valley. The second legend says that with its beauty, it always attracted the eyes of travelers who looked at it. In Croatian language “zurenje” means "looking".
unknown Lovinac - Croatia/ Lika-Senj County
Tourist experience: The top of Zir can be reached in approximately 1.5 hours on foot. The trail passes through the forest, then next to a cave and on the steep rocky cliffs, and then there is the harder part on the rocks towards the stone head of Zir. The ascent to the stone head is a bit steeper and there are cables in two places to help climbing.
From the top of Zir, beautiful views are spreading in all directions. One can see the entire southern Velebit (Crnopac, Sveto brdo, Vaganski vrh, Visočica, etc.) all the way to the middle Velebit and also a large part of the northern Velebit.
Experience duration: 2 hours
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Siniša Radulović Lovinac Tourism Forum
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Mountains, Hills, Flora
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
Municipality of Perušić - Kalić Rock
Placed in Kosinj Valley, Kalić Rock is a perfect place for hiking and climbing. There is a well-marked trail that leads to the top of the rock. The view from the top is amazing, especially since one can clearly see the meander of the Lika.
unknown Donji Kosinj - Croatia / Lika-Senj County
Tourist experience: Adventure tourism, active tourism. For those who love hiking, Kalić Rock is a place to visit in Kosinj Valley, especially because of the breathtaking view from its top.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: Approximately 1 hour to climb to the top
60-120 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not accessible to people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Perušić Tourist Board
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Hills, Flora, Fauna
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Pathways
Experiences: Cycling, hiking, trekking, adventure motor, jeep safari, rafting, walking, exploring, Sport activities
Form filler: Anita Ladišić
Municipality of Perušić - Tsar Fir
This tree is known by the locals as "Jela Car" meaning Tsar or Emperor Fir, which is a name it got because it is gigantic. It is the largest known fir tree on Velebit and in Croatia, and one of the largest in Europe. Its height is around 42,5 meters, it has a diameter of around 5,40m and with estimated volume exceeding 60 cubic meters. It is located nearby Kosinjski Bakovac in Begovača Forest.
Begovača Forest Municipality of Perušić, Kosinjski Bakovac - Croatia/ Lika-Senj County
Tourist experience: Adventure tourism, active tourism. Visitors can see the biggest fir tree in Croatia and go hiking in nature. Around 5 km from Kosinjski Bakovac, the access point is located, after which one needs to hike for 2 km through the forest until reaching Tsar Fir.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Opening: Accessible any time
60-120 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Perušić Tourist Board
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Flora
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes
Experiences: Cycling, hiking, trekking, adventure motor, jeep safari, rafting, walking, exploring
Form filler: Anita Ladišić
Sveto brdo
Sveto brdo (Holly hill) is 1751 m high and it is on the second place of the highest peaks on Velebit, just behind Vaganski vrh (1757 m). People believed that during storms up there Divine and Evil forces were fighting. That is how Sveto brdo got its name. It is probably the most recognizable peak of Velebit. Its high, detached pyramid, visible from several hundred kilometers, is located at the southeastern end of the 10 km long group Vaganski Vrh - Sveto brdo. On the top of the hill, there is a wooden cross, 4 meters high, with the 10 Commandments of God. During the Croatian War of Independence, the locals had to cross Sveto brdo (in 1991) to run away from the war. Once a year, a memorial hike is organised as remembrance called “Tragom zbjega lovinačkog kraja”.
Lovinac - Croatia/ Lika-Senj county
Tourist experience: All those who prefer active tourism should climb Sveto brdo. There is nothing technically demanding on any of the routes leading to Sveto brdo. On the other hand, all climbs are long with a huge height difference, which is why the hikers need to be physically fit. The easiest access is through Velika Paklenica, and the most difficult is through Mala Paklenica, which lasts for 9 hours. All routes offer a completely different landscape. Sveto brdo offers a first-class view, the best on Velebit and can be called the king of panorama.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: From Mala Paklenica – 9 hours
Circular path from Malo Libinje – 5,5 hours
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: National Park Paklenica
Cultural material heritage: 4 m high wooden cross, remains of the ruins of the chapel of St. John
Cultural immaterial heritage: Local traditions or legend
Natural heritage: Mountains, Hills, Flora
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
Tulove grede
Tulove grede (Rocks of Tula) are located in the Velebit Nature Park. They represent a rocky ridge of limestone rocks. They are about 1 km long, and the highest peak is 1120 m high. These rocks are a mystical place of the ancient Slavs. According to folklore, dragons laid their eggs there, and invisible Velebit fairies lived in the rocks. The legends mention another mythical creature in these rocks – the Black Queen, who brought misfortune. This mythical creature gave its name to the mountain pass - the Queen's Gate. It is interesting to mention that the film Winnetou was shot on Tulove grede. Some parts of this area are still mined.
unknown Jasenice - Croatia/Zadar county/Jasenice
Tourist experience: All those who crave for a mountaineering adventure, a long walk in the fresh air and fantastic view, should climb to the top of Tulove grede. They are the goal of hikers, cyclists, adventurers and all who have decided to explore the Velebit Nature Park. They don’t call them for no reason a phenomenon.
Climbing to the top of Tulove grede is not easy and requires some experience. There are several pegs and cables on the marked trail to help with the climb. For people with a lack of experience, without suitable footwear and those who are afraid of heights - it is not recommended to climb to the very top. The path to the foothill of Tulove grede is not technically demanding, so one can admire the beauty of the landscape from that location as well.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: Approximately 1,5 hour to climb to the top of Tulove grede
Opening: Accessible non-stop
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Nature Park Velebit
Cultural immaterial heritage: Local traditions or legend
Natural heritage: Mountains, Hills, Flora, Fauna
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes
Experiences: Cycling through nature, Climbing
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
Visočica
Visočica is 1615 m high peak on the mountain Velebit. Thanks to its location, it is one of the most beautiful lookouts on the entire Velebit. It is extremely rich in flora, about 500 different plant species have been found and described there. The nearest town on the Lika side is Gospić and there is a mountaineering association with the same name as the peak.
Near Visočica, there is a mountain house located on the edge of the forest, next to the remains of the former Gojtan home, on the ridge of Visočica. The house is equipped with several beds, stoves, and benches. Mountaineering association "Željezničar" Gospić should be contacted if one wants to stay over. From the house, you can reach the top of Visocica in 20 minutes.
unknown Gospić - Croatia/ Lika-Senj County
Tourist experience: Although not the highest, Visočica is one of the mountaineers' favorite peaks of Velebit. Thanks to its position, it is one of the most beautiful lookouts on the entire Velebit and without a doubt the most beautiful lookout point with a view of Lika and almost the entire Velebit with its peaks from Zavižan to Crnopac.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: Depends which trail you choose, from 1 hour to 11 hours
Opening: Always available
60-120 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Not suitable for people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Nature Park Velebit
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Mountains, Hills, Flora, Fauna, Hiking trails
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Pathways
Experiences: Picking up wild herbs, Climbing, Walking
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver
Hiking trails around Predappio
The lovingly walking trails around Predappio guarantee active holidays all year round and offer diverse hiking options perfect for discovering its stunning natural landscapes. The trails connect several historical vineyards and offers an insight into life and work on the hill’s farmsteads.
Predappio - Italy/Forlì/Emilia Romagna
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Tourist experience: Walking is probably the best way to visit Predappio territory, because the trails offer an experience of nature, history, landscape, at the right pace. Walks are generally not too difficult or excessively long, because distances are short. With plenty of kilometres of tracks, there are walking and hiking options to suit all levels of fitness and experience.
Experience duration: From 1 hour up to 3 days
Accessibility: It depends on the chosen pathway
Tourist contact: Sabrina Nanni
Cultural immaterial heritage: Legendary or historical persona or character
Natural heritage: Parks, Naturalistic itineraries, Hills, Rivers, Flora
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Water streams, Pathways
Experiences: Showing around
Local contact: Rita Bertini
Form filler: Tristana Randi
Rocca D’Elmici
The Rocca d'Elmici is located on the left bank of the Rabbi river, facing Rocca delle Caminate. The ruins of the ramparts of the ancient fortress and the traces of what was once a disputed and repeatedly destroyed fortification are the only testimonies of the old castrum. The Rocca has fallen victim to the forces of nature and now the glorious fortress is overcome by greenery, which scales the stone walls and forces its way through the remaining haunting structure.
Via Rocca D’Elmici Predappio - Italy/Forlì/Emilia Romagna
Tourist experience: The gentle chatter of birds, rustling leaves and the flavour of middle age legends replace the city drone. The smell of wildflowers fill the air in the warmer months and in autumn the fruits of nature abound in the row of grape vines. At all times of the year, a variety of views from this hiking path offer new perspectives of Predappio, nestled among the softness of surrounding hills.The fortress represents a stopping point for a short – distance easy walking trail that winds through Predappio hills, touching various places of naturalistic and historical interest.
Spoken languages: Italian, English
Experience duration: 3 hours
Booking: Booking requested for hiking itineraries organised by Predappio Municipality
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: No wheelchairs, limited to people with mobility difficulties
Tourist contact: Sabrina Nanni
Cultural material heritage: Historical monument
Cultural immaterial heritage: Historical itinerary, Local traditions or legend
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Hills, Flora
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Pathways
Hidden intangible patrimony: Community tales
Experiences: Showing around
Local contact: Luca Lambruschi
Form filler: Tristana Randi