Croatia: All destinations, advice & information for your holidays!
Let yourself be enchanted by the fascinating nature in the Plitvice Lakes or Paklenica National Parks, or spend a relaxing beach holiday on Croatia's 1,777-kilometer-long coast. However you like, discover the land of 1,000 islands by boat, cycling, or hiking.
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Croatia - 8 most beautiful natural sights
Plitvice Lakes National Park
The Plitvice Lakes National Park - the oldest nature park in Croatia is a perfect travel destination for nature lovers. This small paradise is famous for its 16 lakes connected by overflows. In between, you will discover impressive waterfalls like the Veliki Slap, which plunges about 78 meters deep. The deep blue of the well-known Plitvice Lakes is best seen during the warm season. When the sun shines on the white lake chalk at the bottom of the waters, they glow in unique shades of blue through reflection. This makes them popular and contrasting photo subjects.
Kornati National Park
The famous writer Bernard Shaw once described the Kornati as a divine creation formed from tears, stars, and the breath of the sea. On the larger islands, you will find perfect conditions for hiking. The view over the natural paradise is particularly beautiful from the 237-meter-high island of Metlina. You also have a wonderful view of the surroundings from the remains of the Tureta fortress from the 6th century on the island of Kornat. For water enthusiasts, the archipelago offers the best conditions for sailing, swimming, diving, snorkeling, and boating between the islands.
Krka National Park
Those who visit Krka National Park can look forward to perfect conditions for hiking. Right from the parking lot, you enter the magnificent nature. In addition to the enchanting waterfalls, several hiking trails and picnic areas await you. Moreover, it is not far to the Adriatic coast. From the port city of Sibenik, Krka National Park with its rich water landscapes is quickly accessible. Additionally, the park is ideal for viewing the old ruins of the Eco-Campus with an amphitheater in Burnum near the waterfalls while hiking. On the island of Visovac, a visit to the Franciscan monastery is also worthwhile.
Golden Horn Beach
Not far from the resort town of Bol on the southern coast of the island of Brač, the Zlatni Rat, also known as the Golden Horn, is a true anomaly among the world's beaches. Like a sickle, it extends 500 meters into the turquoise Adriatic Sea and changes its shape depending on the water level and current. You can enjoy the best view of Croatia's most famous beach from the wooded slopes of the island's Vidova Gora mountain. Since the Zlatni Rat, surrounded by pines, gently slopes into the sea, it is especially a popular bathing paradise for families with children. The Mistral also provides optimal conditions for wind and kite surfing.
Northern Velebit National Park
The natural paradise Northern Velebit National Park covers 109 square kilometers near the Kvarner Bay. If you want to get to know the fascinating flora and fauna, the educational trail of the Botanical Garden in Velebit is the right place for you. The wildlife circular trail at the foot of Zavian also provides exciting information. The popular Croatian holiday destinations Jablanac and Senj are perfect starting points to explore the Northern Velebit National Park. On the approximately 30 hiking routes, mountain huts invite you to stop in. The hiking trail from Alan or via Premuziceva leads you to the Lubenovac valley, one of the most beautiful regions in the park.
Blue Cave Bisevo
The Blue Cave can be reached by excursion ship or boat from the neighboring island of Vis as well as other Croatian holiday resorts. However, access to the cave is only possible with special paddle boats that ferry visitors into the Blue Cave. Inside the cave, a unique play of light is revealed to you, depending on the sunlight. Of course, it is also possible to arrive with your own boat and then transfer to the paddle boats. Here, there is the opportunity to explore other caves of Bisevo, swim in one of the beautiful bays, or take a hike across the small island.
Brijuni National Park
Walk in the footsteps of Prime Minister Tito and visit the Brijuni National Park. You can reach this natural paradise by ferry. Active guests love the largest island, Veli Brijun, where 24 kilometers of cycling and hiking trails as well as a snorkeling path await. In the wild, cattle, sheep, and goats can be observed. Families with children enjoy visiting the 9-hectare Safari Park, which was initiated by Tito. Among other animals, zebras, antelopes, llamas, and ostriches can be seen. Those interested in history can discover relics from Roman times in the Villa Maritima in the Val Catena Bay.
Baredine Cave
In the wider area of Poreč, you can descend into the almost 132-meter-deep Baredine Cave and admire various stalactite formations. Currently, about three large halls are accessible, particularly the "Spaghetti Hall" with the "White Tower of Pisa." Another highlight is the Hall of Figures with its long curtains. The Jama Baredine was presumably used as a residential and cult site more than 4,000 years ago, as indicated by various findings. In an artificial basin, you can view specimens of the olm, which live in an inaccessible lake in the cave. Climbing enthusiasts can visit the Speleolit Sports Center.
Croatia - Climate
The vibrant capital Zagreb, the historic Trogir, and Dubrovnik are also worth a visit. However, the climate in Croatia varies depending on the holiday region: On the coast, warm summers with temperatures around 30°C alternate with mild, rainy winters. In Dalmatia, the sea has bathing temperatures between 21 and 24°C from June to October. In Istria and the Kvarner Bay, air and water temperatures are somewhat lower. The north and the center of the country are characterized by a continental climate with mild summers. Here, it can snow in the winter months.
The following graph shows the average weather conditions for the country. Historical weather conditions may vary by region.
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