Thousands of visitors have chosen Kvarner
Stretching from the Istria to Dalmatia Kvarner bay is a sensory delight, a place where nature, history, and culture weave together to form an unparalleled destination. Our region is a sanctuary for diverse flora and fauna, offering both marine and terrestrial biodiversity that promises to captivate nature enthusiasts.
Our beautiful city, Rijeka, isn’t merely a center for maritime and industrial legacy, but also a vibrant cultural hotspot. With a myriad of museums, art galleries, music festivals, and architectural marvels, Rijeka, a proud former European Capital of Culture, encapsulates the rich cultural mosaic that has influenced this region over centuries.
Why Thousands of Visitors Have Chosen Kvarner
Discover Rijeka, a coastal Croatian city that combines history and natural beauty. Visit Trsat Castle for panoramic views and explore the city’s museums and architecture.
Castle “Nova kraljevica – Frankopan”
It is part of the cultural-tourist route “Putovima Frankopana”, designed by the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, which implemented the project. The route consists of 20 estates, 17 castles and 3 sacred buildings, telling us the history of the princes of Krk, as they were called Frankopans until the 15th century.
It was built in the middle of the 17th century as a late Renaissance, richly furnished residential palace with a rectangular floor plan and four corner towers. After the arrest of its builders, Count Petar Zrinski and Prince Fran Krst Frankopan, the castle was devastated and served various functions. It flourished again at the end of the 19th century, with the arrival of the Jesuits, who built on the second floor and decorated the towers with parapets. After many war destruction and inappropriate contents, today it is being restored as a multi functional cultural center.
Monument of st. Nicholas
It is the work of academic sculptor Josip Diminić and was placed in a temporary location on St. Nicholas, December 12, 2008, until the construction of the new city square, when it will receive its final location. St. Nicholas is the patron saint of the city and on his day, a traditional pilgrimage of sailors with a solemn holy mass is organized.
What to Explore in Kvarner
Beaches
Experience the serene beauty of Kraljevica’s pristine beaches, Carovo and Oštro, where crystal-clear waters and stunning landscapes provide the perfect setting for a relaxing seaside escape.
Oštro Beach
Oštro Beach combines sand, gravel and concrete types of beach in one place. It is located within the camp on the peninsula of the same name. It is 3 kilometers away from the hotel “Kraljevica” and can be easily reached on foot, by bike or by car. There is a car park next to the beach so you can reach it by foot easily.
Carevo beach
Sittuated 1 kilometer from the hotel “Kraljevica”, Carevo beach consists of a gravel and concrete part. It is narrow and has a natural shade formed by pines trees and other vegetation. This beach one of the favorite beaches if you ask locals, and also more than perfect for families.
