Excursions
National Park Paklenica
Located 1 hour from Pakostane road, this park is interesting for its fauna and flora, hiking trails, and is a mecca for climbers and lovers varap. The park is located in the largest mountain range in Croatia, Velebit.
The highest peak is 1753 meters. In 1978, the massif has been classified Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO for its geological richness and preserved ecosystem. Karst landforms cover the park and beautiful forests. At the top you can admire the sea and the Adriatic islands. Many protected birds, hawks, bears, wolves, snakes, butterflies, etc ...
It is a paradise for hikers, trekkers and fans of climbing with routes of all levels. There are camping but also shelters. Arriving in the park, you will not fail to ask the cards and the possible route. they are very well documented. You will find rides from 1 hour to 4 hours. Allow plenty of water. Along the trails, you will find an old mill (Paklenici mlin), then Bunkeri, long tunnel dug by the Yugoslav army that will serve as information point very soon. Immediately, you'll notice climbers along the canyon walls.
They come from all countries. The roads go straight down, and you have to walk quite a while before you see a nice view, we therefore recommend these tours for experienced. Bad idea to go with the family, with young children "for a ride". There is little shade and no water supply. We wait for park officials to show a little imagination to make this park a little accessible to everyone (bird aviary, hawk, refuge for wolves and foxes, animations and fun way for children family would be welcome).
This is the only park in Croatia where I come back disappointed. Right next to the town of Starigrad, very nice tourist resort, a lot of homestays and camping.
The highest peak is 1753 meters. In 1978, the massif has been classified Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO for its geological richness and preserved ecosystem. Karst landforms cover the park and beautiful forests. At the top you can admire the sea and the Adriatic islands. Many protected birds, hawks, bears, wolves, snakes, butterflies, etc ...
It is a paradise for hikers, trekkers and fans of climbing with routes of all levels. There are camping but also shelters. Arriving in the park, you will not fail to ask the cards and the possible route. they are very well documented. You will find rides from 1 hour to 4 hours. Allow plenty of water. Along the trails, you will find an old mill (Paklenici mlin), then Bunkeri, long tunnel dug by the Yugoslav army that will serve as information point very soon. Immediately, you'll notice climbers along the canyon walls.
They come from all countries. The roads go straight down, and you have to walk quite a while before you see a nice view, we therefore recommend these tours for experienced. Bad idea to go with the family, with young children "for a ride". There is little shade and no water supply. We wait for park officials to show a little imagination to make this park a little accessible to everyone (bird aviary, hawk, refuge for wolves and foxes, animations and fun way for children family would be welcome).
This is the only park in Croatia where I come back disappointed. Right next to the town of Starigrad, very nice tourist resort, a lot of homestays and camping.