Crikvenica - sandy beaches, holidays with children.
Crikvenica is a small town known for its sandy and pebbly beaches, which are several kilometers long. Located 25 km from the regional center of Rijeka. The city of Crikvenica has received the title as one of the sunniest cities in Europe. Due to the convenient geographical position, the city has a long daylight hours, which allows you to be on the beach and enjoy the sun, almost until late dinner. The Riviera of Crikvenica is 8 km of equipped beaches, which have been receiving the "Blue Flag" of UNESCO for 7 years. The streets of the city are located along the mountain slope parallel to the sea. The houses are well-groomed, most of them have a small courtyard, there are many trees on the streets of the city and the embankment, large palm trees, magnolias, citrus fruits, a tuyere grow, the embankment is decorated with colorful flower beds. On the embankment and adjacent streets there are many shops selling clothes, souvenirs, "zlotaren" (jewelry).
Along the entire promenade there are a number of cafes and restaurants, some of which are located on the open terraces of the second floors of the hotels, from where a beautiful view of the Kvarner Bay and the island of Krk opens. Along the entire embankment, there is a pleasant, both for daytime and evening walks, Lyubavna tsestitsa (path of love). There is expanse for children on the embankment, many playgrounds, swings, slides, trampolines, there is a mini water park. The Mediterranean climate, beaches and natural beauty have made it possible for Crikvenica to become a tourist attraction from an ordinary fishing place. The Crikven Riviera united the settlements of Selse, Dramal and Jadranovo. An open sightseeing bus departs from the bus station, a sightseeing tour starts in the city center, the route of which runs along the road along the sea, takes 30-40 minutes in time, two directions work: Selce and Dramal, the cost for an adult is about 3 euros per person, 1.
5 euro child ticket.
The amusement park "Adrenaline Park Crikvenica" is located on the central embankment. Most of the beaches are free. The central city beach, mostly with a sandy shore, is located in a fenced area, the entrance is paid (the entrance costs about 2 euros, the utility fee for maintaining infrastructure and landscaping, after 17.00 - free of charge). The beaches are equipped with changing cabins and showers - free use. Additional paid services are provided on the beach: rent of trestle beds and umbrellas, massage, sea catamarans and boats, several outdoor cafes, trampolines and game attractions for children, in the center of the beach there is a two-story cafe Sabia with two outdoor terraces. The sea here is light blue, the water is very clear. The bottom is rocky and sandy, there are areas with pebbles.
Well-maintained pebble and sandy beaches with playgrounds and sports entertainment have made this resort a popular place for families with children. The main city beach is located 200 m from the city center.
The presence of playgrounds and entertainment on the beaches, causes a family vacation here. At the service of tourists are sports grounds (tennis, ball games) and equipment for water sports (surfing, rowing).
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The island of KRK is the largest island of the Adriatic, the pearl of the Croatian islands. 7 km from the center of Crikvenica, there is a unique bridge, which had no equal in size at the time of construction, the bridge connects Krk with the mainland. Dense forests on the island are interspersed with rocky terrain, grape and olive plantations.
The mild Mediterranean climate of the island of Krk, the ancient cities of the island, beautiful sand and pebble beaches, bays with turquoise sea water make the island attractive for tourists. From the island of KRK, a ferry service is organized, by which you can get (both by car and without) both to the nearest islands and to other regions of the country.
Mountain hiking trails. 500 meters from the city center, a hiking trail begins, along a mountain route, in the shade of coniferous and deciduous trees, along the entire route leading to the ruins of an ancient castle, benches and places of rest are organized, the route passes in a beautiful place, from where an unforgettable view opens to the Vinodol valley and mountain river (walking time 1.5 hours, special training is not required, sports shoes are recommended).
A 5-minute drive from the center of Crikvenica, in the village of Tribalj, there is a mountain lake with a beautiful view of the ancient castle, the perimeter of which is landscaped for fishing, there are moorings and places for picnics. The lake hosts the annual European Big Fish Championship.
Paraguiding. A 15-minute drive from the center of Crikvenica, in the village of Bribir, there is a parachuting school, where beginners are trained and advanced in sports parachute descent from the mountains.
The number of vacationers at the height of the season is large, but having visited Dubrovnik and Rovinj on a sightseeing tour, they realized that there are few people in Crikvenica even in comparison, and there is where to roam! ! !
