Tourist guide - Opatija, Croatia

The Učka Nature park encompasses an imposing mountain range that rises above the Opatija Riviera and along with the Ćićarija mountain divides Kvarner and continental Croatia from Istria. Due to its close proximity to the sea, specific climate, rich meadows and other anthropogenic habitats where numerous endemic, endangered and protected plant and animal species are found, and lush forest vegetation, Učka Mountain was proclaimed in 1999 a nature park. At the highest peak of Vojak, at 1396 meters above sea level, there is a beautiful stone lookout built in the Austro-Hungarian period, offering unforgettable vistas in all directions from the Alps in the north, Istria in the west to the Kvarner...

The Učka Nature park encompasses an imposing mountain range that rises above the Opatija Riviera and along with the Ćićarija mountain divides Kvarner and continental Croatia from Istria. Due to its close proximity to the sea, specific climate, rich meadows and other anthropogenic habitats where numerous endemic, endangered and protected plant and animal species are found, and lush forest vegetation, Učka Mountain was proclaimed in 1999 a nature park. At the highest peak of Vojak, at 1396 meters above sea level, there is a beautiful stone lookout built in the Austro-Hungarian period, offering unforgettable vistas in all directions from the Alps in the north, Istria in the west to the Kvarner islands in the south. Many trails from the Opatija Riviera lead to the top of Učka, and the hike is not demanding as it leads mainly through dense forests that provide shade and fresh mountain air. For all lovers of nature and active holidays, the climb to Učka and the highest peak Vojak will be an unforgettable adventure.

Contact information

Liganj 42, 51415 Lovran

+385 (0)51 293 753

https://www.pp-ucka.hr

The attractive promenade Lungomare stretches about 12 kilometers along the entire Opatija riviera - from Volosko to Lovran. The construction of Lungomare promenade began in 1885 when Hotel Imperial and Grand Hotel Kvarner opened in Opatija. Lungomare passes by numerous colorful parks, villas, and historical buildings that are the most beautiful examples of the art nouveau architecture. From Lungomare, you can enjoy beautiful views of the islands of Krk, Cres, and the entire Kvarner bay. On the promenade, there is one of the symbols of Opatija and Opatija riviera - a statue of a Girl with a seagull. The promenade passes by some of the most beautiful parks and villas in Opatija riviera, such a...

The attractive promenade Lungomare stretches about 12 kilometers along the entire Opatija riviera - from Volosko to Lovran. The construction of Lungomare promenade began in 1885 when Hotel Imperial and Grand Hotel Kvarner opened in Opatija. Lungomare passes by numerous colorful parks, villas, and historical buildings that are the most beautiful examples of the art nouveau architecture. From Lungomare, you can enjoy beautiful views of the islands of Krk, Cres, and the entire Kvarner bay. On the promenade, there is one of the symbols of Opatija and Opatija riviera - a statue of a Girl with a seagull. The promenade passes by some of the most beautiful parks and villas in Opatija riviera, such as the Angiolina park (which has more than 120 plant species), the St. James park, the church of St. James, Juraj Šporer art pavilion, and villa Angiolina.