Kvarner Region

In spring, it is best to be in nature – take a walk to the top of Učka and rest your soul, looking at the sea, the Kvarner islands on one side and Istria spread on the other side. It is not without reason that it is one of the most beautiful panoramic views in this part of Europe!

Trsat is not merely an old medieval fortress which towers above the Rječina river. Trsat is much more than that – a centre of culture and art, a Marian shrine and the place from where the most beautiful view spreads of Rijeka.

The oldest monument of Croatian literacy was found in the floor of the small church of St. Lucia, at Jurandvor, near Baške. The large tablet, inscribed in the Glagolitic alphabet, is the islanders' priceless treasure. A Baška tablet as a souvenir - why not?

Why are scampi from the blue mud of the Kvarner bay so special, many will wonder? The light red colour and thin shell are the main reasons why their flesh is the tastiest among all seafood of the Adriatic. Taste it!

From year to year, the tradition of carnivals lives in Rijeka, a time of year when all limits shift. It is held in February and March and you can follow the joyful procession from the audience or experience it personally, with all your senses. Be what you want to be and come to Rijeka Carnival!

Get to know Gorski kotar towns by bike. The Gorski kotar Cycling Transversal will take you through the existing forest roads, bringing you closer to the cultural, historical and natural attractions, as well as the Gorski kotar gourmet delicacies.

A throbbing massive of Risnjak rose its barren rocks high, above the greenery of the Gorski kotar forests. One of the most beautiful Croatian viewing points stretches from the top of Veliki Risnjak (1.528 m). Record this view with your photograph!

Who can boast skiing and sledging with a sea view? At Platak you can ski, sledge, hike, jog or simply enjoy the winter fun in the snow. Should you fancy having a break or a fast warm-up with mulled wine, have it at the mountain lodge.

The proof that a single Mediterranean magic can be wrapped into a dessert is Rapska torta. Almonds, in combination with fragrant lemon and the taste of the maraschino liqueur, form the basis of this century-old dessert. Formerly served only during the holiday season, today it can also be found on your table!

Protected vulture birds nest on the steep cliffs above the sea, with their partners, with whom they stay until the end of their lives. They are special for their appearance – a white head without feathers, brown body with a darker colour at the end of their wings and tail. With their wing span of three metres, they conquer the sky above the island of Cres at up to 120 kilometres an hour.