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The primary mountain range in Croatia is the Dinaric mountains
which runs parallel to the coast. Its highest peak is 1831m.
Following are the best hiking spots in Croatia:
Ucka Mountain
Between Istria and
Kvarner, the 1400m Ucka (pronounced ooch-ka) mountain
has a densely forested eastern slope and the canyon valley of Vela
Draga on the western side. The mountain can be reached directly from
Lovran or Opatija.
You won't soon forget the views over Kvarner bay. Tourist offices
in either town will have more information or contact Ucka
Nature Park.
Risnjak National
Park
Its blanketed by snow in the winter but from late spring
to early autumn you can climb from the park entrance at Bijela Vodica
to the 1528m-high Veliki Risnjak.
Northern
Velebit
The Velebit range
dominates central Croatia. The best hike is the Premuzic
trail. This 50km-long path runs along a ridge at an average
altitude of 1000m and leads from Zavizan through the central Velebit
range to the Baske Ostarije pass, offering breathtaking views of the
coast. You can find more information at the Northern
Velebit National Park office or the Velebit
office.
Paklenica
A number of easy day hikes are available from the national park base
in Starigrad as well as more demanding hikes along
the Velebit ridge. You would launch the latter hike from the Planinarski
Dom mountain hut.
Biokovo Mountain
Rising behind
Makarska, Mt Biokovo is a popular hiking spot. Try the Vosac peak
at 142m or, if you have more energy follow the marked trail to the
1762m Sveti Jure peak. The Botanical Garden near Kotisina makes another
lovely outing. The Makarska
tourist office has more information.
General Hiking Information
Hiking paths
are marked with a white dot within a red circle but in more remote
areas the markings have worn away or been removed by shepherds.
There are a number
of mountain huts, especially in the Velebit range, that provide simple
but adequate lodging. It's wise to reserve in advance on summer weekends.
And don't forget to check your medical coverage in
Croatia.
Hiking Resources
Hiking and Trekking
Tour Directory--Order free brochures from these respected agencies
Croatian Mountaineering Association
Related Pages
Hiking on Hvar Island
Rafting in Croatia
Kayaking in Croatia
Rock Climbing in Croatia
Adventure Travel in Croatia
Cycling in Croatia
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