FOOTPATHS AND
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| The island Cres is the biggest Adriatic
island located in the northern part of the bay of
Kvarner. It is 66 km long and varies in width from
2 to 12 km. Its coastal line is fragmented and is
approximately 248 km long. Its western and southern
coasts feature numerous bays and pebbled beaches,
while its northern and eastern coasts comprise only
of steep and bare cliffs. Typical of Cres are its
distinct contrasts between the northern sub-Mediterranean
part with its high and dense forests of oak, beech,
elm and chestnut trees and its central and southern
parts with many pastures and bushy thicket. Great
variety of plant (around 1,300 species) and animal
life with a high number of endemic species presents
quite a challenge for all nature enthusiasts. This
relatively small geographical area holds a genuine
botanical garden - an abundance of species and lush
vegetation. Cres is also one of the few remaining
nesting grounds of a now very rare species of birds
-Eurasian Griffon. Excellent microclimatic conditions
and a specific natural environment enable all outdoor
fans and others who would like to explore the island's
inland an active holiday with variety. Many kilometers
of trails and hiking paths are available. The island
Cres has to be traveled and discovered. Its natural
beauty and charm are apparent and once discovered
they will always remain in your heart. |
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1.
CRES -St. SALVADUR-St. BLAZ
Length of the track: 12 km - 3 h - average
difficulty The track starts on the northern side
of the city of Cres and runs through century-old
plantations of olive trees and along stone fences
of the marianian sanctuary of St. Salvadur (1
h). Should you choose to continue your way through
the forest of holm oak and thicket, you will in
two hours reach the church of St. Blaz, and right
underneath it, a sandy beach named after it.
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2.
St. SALVADUR - BAY OF GAVZA - CRES
Length of the track: 3,3 km -1:30 h - average
difficulty
The track starts at the crossroads next to the
church of St. Salvadur and leads through plantations
of olive trees, rocky terrain and thicket until
it reaches the sea coast - the bay of Gavza, from
where the harbour and city of Cres can be reached
via the coastal walkway of Lungomare. |
3.
CRES-MERAG
Length of the track: 4,5 km -1:30 h -average
difficulty The track starts on the northern exit
from the city of Cres, close to the football court,
and runs along the slopes over Cres up to the
remains of the roman church of St. Bartholomew.
The track further on becomes a wide stone path
and leads to a small fishing village of Merag
and its ferry harbor. |
4.
CRES - KRCINA - LOZNATI - CRES
Length of the track: 12 km - 3 h - average
difficulty The track starts at the Cres marine
at the bottom of the bay of Piskel and runs on
a wide stone path, also known as the French path
- up to the village of Krcina. It continues to
the village of Loznati where one is greeted with
wonderful views on the Velebit and the Velebit
islands. From the village of Loznati proceed through
the plantations of olive trees and pastures toward
Cres. The track comes to an end at the Franciscan
monastery in the city of Cres. |
5.
CRES - NEDOMISLJE - VALUN
Length of the track: 12 km - 3 h - average difficulty
On the right-hand of the bay of Piskel a waterway
leads to a fishing village of Valun. Through the
plantations of olive trees and rocky terrain you
should in approximately four hours reach the beautiful
bay of Nedomislje, with its pebbled beach and
crystal clear waters. |
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For your stay
in the nature to be as pleasant as possible, we
recommend you to:
bring a sufficient supply of drinking water as
well as appropriate clothing and footwear
Track only on marked trails (mark can be identified
as a red circle with a white dot)
Do not light open space fires
Do not tear down stone fences (dry walls)
Do not dispose of garbage in the nature
Do not pick flowers, wild plants or wild fruits
Keep dogs on a leash
Keep the wooden fences closed
Do not disturb sheep and other farm animals
The CresTZG organization assumes no responsibility
for any accidents
INFO:
TURISTICKAZAJEDNICAGRADACRESA (Tourist organization
of the city of Cres)
Tel/fax: 00385 (0)51 571-535
www.tzg-cres.hr
E-mail: tzg-cresa@ri.t-com.hr
For the more demanding, we recommend:
1. On the northern, highest part of the island,
an area of Tramuntane with seven marked ecological
tracks is located. For walking on these tracks you
should obtain a guidebook! INFO:
Eko centar"Caput Insulae" Beli
Tel/faks: 00385 (0)51 840-525
www.caput-insulae.com
E-mail: caput.insulae@ri.t-com.hr
2. Educational walking track HIBERNICIA in a beautiful
Lubenice region.
INFO:
Centar za odrzivi razvoj "EkoparkPernat"
Lubenice
Tel/fax: 00385 (0)51 513-010; 840-406
www.ekoparkpernat.org
E-mail: c.o.r.@ri.t-com.hr |
