The island of Krk is the heart of Croatia. There are beaches, beautiful settlements, a park of national importance and scenic nature. Photos of the island of Krk can often be seen on advertising banners and all kinds of guidebooks - it is considered an important center of tourism in Croatia.
General information
Krk is the largest island in the Adriatic Sea, located off the Dalmatian coast (its area is 406 km²). The population is about 17,000 people.
The island of Krk has a rich history: the first mention of it dates back to the 1st century BC. (naval battle between Julius Caesar and Pompey). Then there was the arrival of the Slavs in the 6th century, the formation of the Venetian Republic in the 18th century. and its collapse, after - the occupation by the Italians, and after another 40 years the island became part of the KSHS. Then the Kingdom of Yugoslavia was formed, and in 1990, like many states, Croatia (and Krk in particular) gained independence.
Today the island is very popular with tourists - there are several resorts and historical and cultural values.
Krk National Park
Krk National Park is the pride of the island of the same name and the whole of Croatia. This place is famous for its picturesque nature: waterfalls, green hills and forests. The Krk National Park is not inferior in beauty - tourists from all over Europe also come here.
The Krk Nature Reserve in Croatia is located in the valley of the Krk River, near the town of Knin. The park occupies the fourth part of the island - 109 km².
More than 860 species of animals and 18 species of fish live in the protected area of the park. The Krk National Park in Croatia is also famous for its birds: every autumn and spring you can see the migration of birds here.
Skradinski beech As for the sights, these are, first of all, 7 picturesque waterfalls. The largest of them is Skradinski buk, reaching a height of 46 meters. Near it you can also find an ethnographic museum - there are windmills powered by the energy of the waterfall.
There are also architectural sights in the national park - the Visovac Franciscan Monastery and the Serbian Orthodox Monastery Krka. These temples in Croatia were built in the XIV century, then repeatedly destroyed, but were again restored.
Monastery Visovac Visit cost:
- September-October and April-June - 110 kunas - adult, 80 kunas - children (the price includes a visit to the park and travel by boat).
- November-March - adult - 30 HRK, children - 20 HRK, children under 7 years old are free.
- July-August - full ticket 200 HRK, for children over 7 years old - 120 HRK.
Opening hours: The main entrance to the waterfalls Lozovac and Skradinski buk - from 8.00 to 18.00, Rosh waterfall - from 09.00 to 17.00 (the park has several entrances).
From Pula by ferry
You can also get from Pula to the island by ferry on the Crikvenica-Shilo route. However, first you need to get to the port town of Crikvenica from Pula. The fare is 7.5 kunas. Next, you need to transfer to the ferry. Travel time will be 4 hours. Ticket price - 139 kunas.
Prices on the page are for April 2018.
The island of Krk is a great place in Croatia, both for beach and sightseeing tourism.
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One of the main prides that Croatia can boast of is the island of Krk, which is located a little east of Istria. It is considered the largest island in the country, covering an area of 410 km2. Quite often it is called green or "gold". This is due to the fact that in the past he was so rich that he could provide for himself, not depending on the mainland, with which he is currently connected by a huge bridge.
Krk Croatia has endowed with dense forests interspersed with rocky terrain, as well as endless olive and vine plantations. A lot of different tourist centers have been built on the island, the city of Baska is considered quite important of them. In addition, it is one of the largest and oldest heritage in Europe. The city is very picturesque, it houses the residence of the dukes of the Krk family.
The island has a fairly mild Mediterranean climate. The swimming season here opens in June and lasts until the end of September. The air temperature during this period is in the range of 25 - 30 0С, the water warms up to 19 - 26 0С. In addition, Krk has just perfect ecology - there is not even a question of any industrial enterprises.
Attractions
In various tourist centers there are a huge number of cultural and historical attractions that you should definitely visit:
- a huge port for yachts in the city of Punat, which is the largest on the entire Adriatic coast;
- the ancient city of Vrbnik, which is considered one of the best preserved fortified cities;
- the residence of the Dukes of Krk, located in the city of the same name;
- Chapel of Sveti Ivan, located on a hill in the old part of the town of Baska;
- the Church of St. Ivan, dated 1100, is located in the historical part of Baska;
- defensive walls and towers dating back to the beginning of the 15th century (city of Krk);
- Ancient Croatian churches and remains of Roman baths (city of Krk);
- Church of St. Quirin, a Benedictine monastery in the city of Krk;
- Cathedral (city of Krk);
- a complex of the Franciscan monastery with a fairly decent library and school, located on the now uninhabited island of Koshlun.
- Baska table, which is considered the most ancient monument of Croatian writing (the city of Baska);
- Frankopan Castle, dating back to the XII century (city of Krk);
- Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, built in the 5th century (city of Krk).
Entertainment
It's no secret that among the main attractions that Krk Croatia has awarded are its stunning beaches. On the island you can find a beach for almost every taste. The most famous of them is considered to be the sand and pebble Vela Plaza, located near the town of Baska. The infrastructure is quite developed here, which can fully satisfy the desires of all vacationers. All kinds of beach activities, fun for children, numerous restaurants and cafes located along the entire beach line are in special demand. For those who appreciate a quiet family vacation, the Rupa pebble beach in the town of Malinska is perfect. In the eastern part of the island you will find the beautiful Soline beach, which has gained its popularity due to its therapeutic mud. And in the town of Punat there is the largest yacht port in Croatia, which only contributes to exciting boat trips and picnics.
Fans of active recreation will not be bored either. Croatia, the island of Krk offer many modern tennis courts, volleyball and basketball courts, diving clubs, discos, nightclubs and all kinds of water activities that will make your stay here the most unforgettable and impressive event in your life.
True gourmets will also like the rest on Krka. The cities of the island offer them a wide variety of restaurants and cafes. For those who want to taste dishes from the local cuisine, it is best to look into konoba - family taverns. Each of them has a special interior and cooking technology. Culinary recipes in them are passed down from generation to generation and are kept in strict confidence. It is thanks to this that any trip to Krk includes all kinds of gastronomic goals. Here you will be offered to try grilled dishes, pasta with seafood and wash it all down with delicious homemade wines. Perhaps the only drawback of such restaurants is that they do not work around the clock.
Accommodation
All guests of the island of Krk can stay in modern comfortable hotels, the staff of which will offer you the highest level of service. However, it should be borne in mind that each tourist has his own tastes and preferences, therefore, in order to avoid any disappointment, accommodation must be taken care of in advance. Among the best hotels on the island are:
- hotel Villa AURORA 3*;
- hotel Park Punat 3*;
- Hotel Corinthia 3*;
- Blue Waves Resort 4*;
- hotel Zvonimir 4 * and many others.
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What is famous for Krk in Croatia - the largest island of the Adriatic. The best resorts of Krk, what to see and where to stay. Photos and reviews about Krk.
The island of Krk is the largest island of the Adriatic, covered with dense coniferous forests, generous vineyards and olive groves. It is located in the northern part, in the Kvarner Bay, and is famous for its sandy and pebble beaches, mild Mediterranean climate, diverse natural world, and historical monuments.
It offers luxury hotels, gourmet restaurants and traditional konoba taverns, as well as tennis courts and diving clubs.
History and modernity of Krk
Until 1997, the arch bridge from Krk to the mainland was a masterpiece of engineering!
The island was inhabited already in the Neolithic era. In the ancient period, Roman legionnaires founded many new settlements, which eventually turned into cities.
The island received its unusual name, without vowels, in the 7th century, when the Croats came here and brought the Glagolitic alphabet. In the Middle Ages, the Venetians built many charming mansions and palaces in the towns of Krk. Everywhere there are learned winged lions with books - symbols of the power of the Most Serene Republic.
Luxury hotels, restaurants, konoba taverns, as well as tennis courts and diving clubs of the island of Krk await guests!
The capital of the island, the ancient city of Krk, was once called Kuriktarum. Here you can see the ancient Roman fortress walls with mighty bastions and majestic gates. All the continuity of European history is reflected in the building of the Cathedral of the Virgin Mary. It was built on the site of an early Christian Byzantine basilica from the 5th century, which was built over the ruins of Roman baths.
White color reigns in the streets of the city. The milky walls of houses with arches, steps and flowering verandas delight the eye.
Resorts of the island of Krk
In the photo: the city of Krk - the capital of the island of the same name
One of the most beloved resorts of Krk, Malinska , is located in the western part of the island and is protected from the east winds by a picturesque bay. People come here for the clear sea, beautiful views and leisurely walks among the amazing Adriatic nature. Malinska smoothly flows into the Haluduvo resort, where there is a large selection of bars, discos, cafes and an incredibly beautiful beach.
Resort Baska known for its two-kilometer pebble beach and priceless archaeological finds. Here they found the oldest written monument in the Glagolitic alphabet - a stone slab on which a legal document of the 11th century was carved. Glagolitic inscriptions can be seen in various churches in Krk. For example, in the church of St. Donat, which is considered an excellent example of ancient Croatian architecture.
Vrbnik , a snow-white town of romantics and artists, is located on top of a high mountain. It is famous for the narrowest street in the world (only 43 cm) and noble white gentry wine.
Main attraction Omisalya - these are well-preserved Roman baths of the II century. In August, a colorful folklore festival takes place here. Not far from Krk there is a small island of Kosljun with a rich architectural heritage from different eras.
In the photo: one of the beaches of the resort Baska (Baska coast)
June 26, Saturday. Day 8 Planning an independent trip for Croatia, the main points of which are the largest island of Krk, national and . So that all this does not turn into a race, but resembles a vacation, we are planning a trip with 1-2 overnight stays (as it turns out).
9.00. We leave in a rented car from, which is located on the Istrian peninsula near the city of Poreč.
9.20 got to Pazina(Pasin). The town looks more modern than its coastal counterparts. Our main task is to refuel with gasoline and change money. WITH gas station there are no problems. The EuroSuper 95 we need is available, its cost is 8.45 kunas (1.2 euros, 47 rubles).
Filling principle simple everywhere: drive up to the desired column, insert the hose, pour the required number of liters. After that, you go to pay. At the gas station, the girls wash the windshield. That is how they are accepted.
When it happened for the first time, we were a little insecure: maybe we need to give something. But the girls, having washed our car, somehow briskly switched to the next one. The same thing happened again at another gas station in Istria. From which we concluded that this is just such a service.
We have no local cash left, and change money I had to go to the bank before 13.00 today. Yesterday was some kind of national holiday (so the banks were closed), and tomorrow is Sunday (also a day off). In search of a bank, we walked around the old part of the town.
It was a quiet early morning. Shops and cafes just opened. Accidentally wandered into the salon of Italian shoes. Everything is so cute, you can't resist! We didn’t leave without a purchase, so the purchased pair of sandals rode with us all over Croatia. J
10.20 left Pazin, drove through Rijeka(Rijeka). Soon signs began to appear island of Krk(Otoc Krk).
Krk is one of the largest islands in Croatia (according to some sources, the largest). He is bound by a huge automobile bridge with the mainland. The island even has a small airport, where many charter flights with tourists arrive.
Of course, we were interested in visiting this island. The photographs of the huge bridge that must be crossed to get there were very attractive.
11.40. Bridge entrance turned out to be paid: 30 kunas (4.2 euros). The bridge itself, for some reason, did not make a grand impression. In our opinion, there were bridges on the Istrian peninsula both more beautiful and more authentic. The only difference is that it is located above the sea.
The length of the Krk Bridge (oh, how hard it is to pronounce Croatian words without vowels!) is 1430 meters. The first "flight" over the sea is about 400 meters, and the second is about 250 meters.
Immediately after entering the island, there is a large Observation deck. Very beautiful opens from here to continental Croatia.
Some people immediately rushed to us with an offer of apartments. But we did not plan to spend the night here, so we refuse. We are heading along the only road to the capital of the island, of course, also the city of Krk.
Along the island of Krk
We drove along a narrow two-lane highway, which was not always of good quality. In places it even looked very much like a domestic road.
The highway constantly winds, it is difficult to overtake, there are too many cars. Let's take it easy and observe nature. A differences here very significant.
They say that on the island some special climate. It is not clear what this means, but all the vegetation is simply dwarfed: low forests, small pines, low grass. Directly island of midgets.
The "bald" tops of the hills are also visible. If on the mainland the mountains were all “fluffy” from greenery, then on the island very often rocky “bald spots” peep through the vegetation. All nature looks somehow poor in comparison with the mainland.
Although the aroma of grass, flowers and pine needles is delicious!
IN 12.10 we reach city of Krk(Krk), drive slowly through it. We see a beautiful ancient fortress wall on a hill.
They say that you can get there by boat in 5 minutes. The island has an ancient monastery and a similar forest where you can walk. Here's how wonderful it looks from the air.
We reach the city head(Baska) (mileage 170 km from the hotel) and, first of all, we are looking for beach.
Nudist beach in Croatia
You can take a dip right next to the parking lot, carefully going down the rocky boulders. But we see the pointer " FKK". Studying different sources, we remembered what these letters mean nude beach.
We decide to try (see) up close what it is. A huge number of nudist beaches is another characteristic feature of Croatia. This one turns out to be a whole campsite for "golyaks" (nudists).
Their cars with mobile houses are parked here, there are restaurants and cafes, various sports and water activities are provided. Everything is very well located: on both sides of the campsite, high cliffs are tightly adjacent, hiding nudists from prying eyes.
Beach entrance turns out to be paid: 15 kunas per person. We pretend to be poor, that we can only plunge, and not live. In short, for this money we pass together.
All staff in clothes, some kids also have T-shirts, and one diver came in a wetsuit. 🙂
Well, the rest - in their natural clothes (skin). Who lies sunbathing or reading, who stands in small companies and communicates, who drinks something in a cafe. In general, it looks like an ordinary beach life. But from the outside, it's all a little annoying.
But the money has been paid, and no one seems to be looking at us. We pretend to be “ours” and plunge into the sea. Having sailed a little from this mass of people, we begin to feel the buzz, freedom and complete merging with nature. This is beauty! Clusters of people: naked or in swimsuits are clearly not conducive to real relaxation.
After swimming enough (the water here is very good), we return to the parking lot.
Ferry from the island of Krka
It remains to clarify one important question that hangs in the air all the time: Where is the ferry to the mainland?“Where we got this information, no one remembers.
On many tourist maps of Croatia there is a dotted line connecting the southern tip of the island of Krka with the mainland. The day before, we asked the guide at the hotel whether there really are 2 ways to get to the island: through a road bridge and by ferry on the water, she confirmed this information to us.
This is how we planned our route: we will drive to the island of Krk along the bridge in the north, get to the south of the island, and from here we will return to the mainland by ferry. But on the road maps that we had with us, we did not see such a crossing. Now we started asking the local population about it. In the parking lot, no one knew anything about the ferry.
14.00. We're going to head. We decide that if there is a ferry, then it should be there. We stop near the blocked entrance to the center.
Immediately, a local flies up to us almost with a flashing light police officer... on a bicycle, something fiercely yells, apparently that you can’t park here. But we are just very happy with him, we smile affably, which leads the employee into complete confusion.
We get out of the car with the question: “Where is the ferry?”. He also looks at the map with bewilderment, at us, and says no. Necessary come back back to the north of the island, since communication with the mainland is possible only through the only bridge. 😥
We drive away from Baska, stop on the road to digest the information received. With sadness, we eat what we managed to endure from breakfast in the hotel restaurant, and think about our future life. We are trying to find the answer to the main question “What to do?”.
According to our plans, moving south from the island by ferry, we would be relatively close to nature reserve Krka(the next point of our route). And now we have to return, practically, to the beginning of our journey.
Weather gets upset with us: begins to drip rain. Sad we return back along the entire island. Crossing Krsky bridge, for some reason it turns out in the opposite direction free.
Toll roads in Croatia
To speed up our movement along the narrow Croatian roads, we decide to go to toll road. The nearest entrance to it is near Rijeka(Rijeka).
IN 15.50 leaving for highway A6(near Rijeka). At the entrance to it we take a ticket on which the point of entry is written.
trunk road- beyond praise. Two lanes in each direction (on the A6 sometimes there were even places with 3 lanes), good markings, accessible signs. Often there are islands of safety with the SOS phone. The average speed according to the rules is 130 km/h.
The road winds between the mountains, there are often tunnels, in front of each there is a sign with the name and length. But they did not meet longer than ours.
Let's go to the side Zagreb(Zagreb), In the area Bosilyevo(Bosiljevo) turn on A1, we go in the direction Split(split).
Very interesting to watch weather. If the sun shone on the coast and there were small clouds, then on the mainland everything changes very quickly and dramatically. The bright sun hides behind gloomy heavy clouds, it starts to rain, smoothly turning into a downpour. Then again the sun and beautiful cumulus clouds, then again rain and a rainbow all over the sky! The temperature also changes very sharply: now +25, then +18. And around the mountains, hills, fields and forests.
How long is it short, almost reaching the famous resort Sibenik(Sibenik), we turned on Skradin(Skradin). Near this city is located.
All trunk road about 315 km costs us 124 kunas (17.5 euros). We passed it somewhere in 2 hours and 30 minutes. We drove non-stop. Only once we stopped by to refuel and drink coffee in a cafe.
And about how we spent an unforgettable evening in the Croatian outback: the city of Skradin, we will talk.
Krk is the largest and most developed of the Adriatic islands. It is located next to Rijeka. There is an airport on the island. The northern part of Krk is dominated by well-equipped resorts designed for mass tourism, such as Omišalj and Malinska. However, the south and east have retained their original appearance. Grey, deeply creviced mountains interspersed with wonderful vineyards, olive groves and sun-bleached villages. The main settlements are Krk and Baska.
The city of Krk is located in the middle of the island. The remains of the fortress wall surround the compact old center. Fishing in the far south attracts vacationers with its wonderful sandy beach. was originally a Roman settlement and was called Tsuriktum. It is assumed that Caesar's military camp was located here and that it was near these shores that the historic naval battle took place in 49 BC, in which Pompey defeated Caesar. Later, Krk came under the rule of the Venetians, who in 1118 transferred control of the island to the Dukes of Krk, later known as the Frankopans.
It was one of the most powerful feudal families in the region. Krk remained a Venetian possession until 1480, after which it shared the historical fate of other Adriatic cities. A gradual economic decline that lasted for several centuries was replaced in the 20th century by rapid growth associated with the development of the tourism industry. In addition, the construction of a bridge linking Krk with the mainland has enabled many locals to find work in and outside of the island without having to leave the island.
Thanks to this, Krk, unlike many other rural areas of Croatia, has retained a fairly high population. Despite being close to a big city, Krk has retained some of its unique features. The most popular local delicacy is long thin pasta (Surlice), usually eaten with goulash (sa gulasom) or roast lamb (sa zgvacetom). The Vrbnicka Zlahtina wine, which is produced in the town of Vrbnik on the east coast of the island, is also widely known.
In Krk, the skill of playing an ancient musical instrument, which is a bagpipe from the stomach of a goat (mieh), has still been preserved. Trills and atonal bagpipes serve as an accompaniment to folk dances during the Krk Folklore Festival (Smotra folklora otoka Krka). The festival usually takes place in July or August. The venues are different cities. Another folk instrument - sopila - resembles an oboe and has a hoarse, hoarse "voice".
The festival of playing this instrument (Susret sopaca; the last weekend of July) is held in the village of Pinezici, eight kilometers northwest of the city of Krk. The Tourist Office in Krk gives detailed information about both festivals. From time to time planes fly from to Krk. Regular buses run from Rijeka to the city of Krk. The journey takes about 90 minutes. You can also use the ferry, which runs from Na to Baska in summer (5 trips a day in July and August, 1-2 trips a day in the rest of the months) and from Meraga to Valbiska (9 trips a day).
Frankopans on the island of Krk
The history of the Frankopans on Krk begins with the gloomy figure of the ruler Duimo I, who was given power over the island by the Venetians in the 12th century. Subsequent representatives of the dynasty turned the island into a hereditary fief (drzavina), which was only nominally under Venetian control. After becoming dukes of Krk, the descendants of Duimo used the island as a base to expand their holdings on the mainland.
In 1225, they captured the coastline from Bakar to, after which they expanded their lands deep into the continental and created strongholds in Ogulin and Ozal. Thus, the territory belonging to an influential family formed an arc. The name "Frankopans" was officially adopted in 1430, when, at the request of Duke Nikola, the Pope approved the family's rights to descend from the family of the ancient Roman patricians Frangeopans. Such a "confirmation" of noble origin was supposed to increase the prestige of the dynasty and make it competitive among other crowned families in Europe.
However, despite this, the influence of the Frankopans on the island was declining, and the defeat of Duke Ivan VII by the Hungarians gave the Venetians a reason to take back the lands once given to Duimo I. On the mainland, representatives of various branches of the family retained power until the 17th century. The history of the House of Frankopan finally ended in 1671, when Fran Krsto Frankopan and his son-in-law Petar Zrinski were executed for leading the anti-Habsburg rebellion.
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