Destinations and activities
VILLA ANOA is located in the Vinodol Valley in Kvarner Bay, just 15 minutes from the most beautiful beaches of the Riviera Crikvenica and Novi Vinodolski.
The area around VILLA ANOA offers numerous attractions, sights and activities . Here we present a selection of the most visited travel destinations.
The area around VILLA ANOA offers numerous attractions, sights and activities . Here we present a selection of the most visited travel destinations.
Crikvenica Riviera
Crikvenica, a place on the northern coast of Croatia, enchants visitors with its beautiful nature, which encompasses a variety of elements from the coast to the green mountain peaks.Its beauty lies not only in the endless beaches and the crystal clear sea, but also in the nearby breathtaking natural beauties. This area also boasts of the proximity of two imposing mountain ranges, Velebit and Učka, which enrich the image of the region with their wild beauty and richness of ecosystems.
Novi Vinodolski Riviera
Vinodolski got its name because of the wine growing around the town (Vinodol = wine valley). The town has a very rich history. Among other things, Novi Vinodolski was the seat of the Dukes of Bribir, at that time still a neighboring town of Novi Vinodolski, and the famous Croatian noble family of the Frankopans (Hungarian Frangépan) also settled here.
Island tours: Krk, Cres, Losinj, Rab, Pag
Romantic bays between rocks, fine sand, shady pine forests, turquoise sea, cozy fish restaurants: The Kvarner Bay has beautiful islands that are worth a day trip:Krk: beach paradise in the north of the Kvarner Bay
Cres: Rugged beauty with viewing hills
Losinj: Fragrant flower island with a population of dolphins
Rab: Island for romantics and nudist fans
Pag: The party island
The Eyes of Vinodol
One of the most beautiful ways to get an overview of the Kvarner Bay region, with the coasts of Novi Vinodolski and Crikvenica, the islands of Krk and Rab and the Velebit range, are the wonderful viewpoints on the coastal slopes. The Six viewing points, known as “The Eyes of Vinodol”, provide fantastic views over the Kvarner and the inland beyond.
Cycling – Tour 303 from Bribir / Grižane
The whole of Vinodol is a fascinating area with a rich history, numerous cultural and historical monuments, beautiful landscapes and interesting traditions. Explore from Bribir, a small town with an eventful history from the time of the Francopan princes Hinterland of Vinodol. Alternating asphalt and gravel roads take you to the "Eyes of Vinodol", a unique series of beautiful viewpoints that offer unforgettable views, but also to the Frankopan fortresses that exude a touch of bygone times.
The Wave Path ("Staza Valova")
The Wave Trail is a combination of walking, hiking and cycling sections. The trail begins in Jadranovo and ends in Povile. It is 32 kilometers long and stretches along the sea using the available paths, existing promenades and roads of the settlement. When you walk here you will enjoy the view of beautiful landscapes, the forest of the sea, the cries of seagulls, but also the scents of the sea and Mediterranean vegetation.
Destination: City of Fužine
The town of Fužine is located in the southwestern part of Gorski kotar, 30 km east of Rijeka, surrounded by the three lakes Bajer, Lepenica and Potkoš. Gorski Kotar is a place of true nature, deep meditation and rural architecture. It is rich in wide, natural mountains that exude peace and freshness. Fužine is surrounded by the Risnjak National Park, a forest park, lakes, rivers, streams and meadows.
Risnjak National Park
The Risnjak National Park, the forest kingdom, is the habitat of three large predators and is a protected area that attracts true friends of untamed nature. As an excursion destination, the national park appeals to visitors of all ages. All forms of sporting transport are possible - from pleasant hikes on less demanding paths to intense climbs on the mountain massifs.With the whiteness of its rock faces, the Risnjak massif rises dominatingly over the green of the mountain forests. The magnificent views that rise to 1528 meters above sea level The Kvarner Bay, Istria and the Julian Alps in neighboring Slovenia remain an indelible memory for every visitor.
Plitvice Lakes National Park
The Plitvice Lakes are the oldest and largest national park in the Republic of Croatia. The park is located in the mountainous region of Croatia between the Mala Kapela mountain ranges in the west and northwest and Lička Plješivica in the southeast. This area has always had exceptional natural beauty Nature lovers were thrilled and received international recognition and entry into the UNESCO World Heritage list on October 26, 1979. A special attraction are the 16 lakes arranged in a cascade shape.The Plitvice Lakes National Park offers its guests seven programs for visiting the Lake system and four mountain trails and is open to visitors all year round.
Učka National Park
Učka offers a kind of oasis of natural beauty, sloping down to the Adriatic Sea at an impressive height of 1,401 meters above sea level. This mountain range above the Kvarner Bay impresses with its oak and chestnut forests and the extensive pastures that extend along the mountain slopes. Učka is also home to a rich flora and fauna with many endemic species, enriching this region with a unique ecosystem. In addition, the diversity of the terrain allows a variety of activities such as hiking, climbing and exploring nature trails leading to hidden waterfalls and clear mountain streams.
Opatija Riviera
The Opatija Riviera is a sophisticated place on the Adriatic and a popular destination for many tourists. It extends in an approximately 30k long coastline below the Učka. In the past it was a summer resort due to its mild Mediterranean climate - and winter destination for the Austro-Hungarian nobility. Today it is a place of luxury hotels, former villas and private summer residences converted into beautiful hotels, wellness centers, congress halls and swimming pools. Opatija is the center of the Riviera and is often called the Adriatic Nice , and rightly so, because it is the place with the longest and most exclusive tourist tradition on the east coast of the Adriatic.
Trsat Castle (Rijeka)
Trsat Castle is located on a 138 m high hill above the Rječina Gorge, on the left bank of the city of Rijeka. It not only offers the most beautiful views of Rijeka and the Kvarner Bay, but also has great historical significance. The castle of Trsat has protected the city from external attacks for centuries. The Romans already controlled the route from the inland towards the sea here.The inner courtyard of the castle is now a restaurant. It invites you to linger with a delicious glass of wine. Many tourists visit the place during the summer months.
City Museum Rijeka
In the Rijeka City Museum, the city's eventful past is exhibited as well as that of its famous daughters and sons.Embedded in the park of the Governor's Palace, the Rijeka City Museum is centrally located and tells in detail about the history of the city The works of art are housed on four floors and take the visitor on a journey through time, especially worth seeing: the social and economic history of Rijeka as a Central European port and industrial hub.
Croatian National Theater Ivan Zajc (Rijeka)
Today's Croatian National Theater „Ivan pl. Zajc“ is located on the main city market directly on the banks of the Rječina river and the harbor docks.The monumental building impresses with its rich facade decoration in the neo-Renaissance style and a saturated interior integrated in the neo-baroque style. The ceiling painting shows representations of the six allegories: operetta, dance, love, concert, religion and war. The theater was ceremoniously opened with Verdi's „Aida“ in 1885.
Today you can see productions of Croatian and Italian dramas, operas and ballets.
Nikola Tesla Memorial Museum
The Nikola Tesla Memorial Museum is a cultural and historical institution in Smiljan in Croatia, the birthplace of Nikola Tesla. Tesla enriched the world in the field of electrical engineering with more than 700 registered inventions. Many of them were obvious at the time Far ahead, they were only realized after his death in 1943, and many of his inventions have not been repeated to this day. Tesla's birthplace has been preserved in its original state and has been provided with multimedia content. Visitors can find out more about it through exhibits as well as sound and film recordings life and its inventions inform.Sports activities
Bicycle Tours
The Crikvenica Riviera is the ideal place for both recreational and professional cyclists because of its advantageous geographical location and its mild and pleasant climate. Thanks to the favorable weather conditions, this area is ideal for great cycling all year round. The excellent Terrain at an altitude of 1200 m above sea level is perfect for mountain bikers, and those who want to spend their vacation in a quieter but still active way will appreciate the flat areas of the Vinodol Valley and the island of Krk, whether short or long Up to 150 km long, a bike ride here is always an adventure.
Hiking
Walk along the coast through a pine forest right by the sea or go for a walk in the green hinterland on fragrant hiking trails and try out another leisure activity. Paths with unusual names such as the Wave Path, the Karst and Sage Path, the Klippenweg, the Grüner Weg, the Himmelsweg, the Römerweg or the Degenia-Weg invite you to discover them.
Paragliding
Fly over one of the most beautiful landscapes in Croatia. The Vinodol Valley in the hinterland of Crikvenica is one of the most popular paragliding areas with views of the sea and the Kvarner Bay. During the flight, which lasts between 30 and 40 minutes , you can admire the view of Crikvenica, Tribalj, Drivenik and Lake Tribalj. Give yourself, your loved ones, family or friends a unique gift - a tandem flight. Paragliding with a licensed tandem pilot is the easiest way to do this to experience the unique feeling of flying, regardless of age, gender and body weight.
Diving
The underwater world of the Crikvenica Riviera is truly something special. The two first-class local diving clubs offer various activities and services such as diving school, dives, consultations, test dives, snorkeling boat trips, equipment rental and service, emergency assistance, Diving trips by boat (for divers and non-divers), specialist shop for diving and swimming equipment, diving equipment rental, diving cylinder filling station (air and nitrox), diving equipment service and much more.
Platak Sportresort
In winter, Platak is a lovely ski resort ideal for advanced skiers and boasts coastal views from its snowy peaks. During the day you can ski, snowboard and sled, and warm up with a coffee or mulled wine and Then enjoy spectacular sunsets over the Mediterranean on the beach in the evening.In spring, summer and autumn you can experience completely different adventures in Platak, such as mountain biking or going on hikes with wonderful panoramic views of the landscape and coast.
Grobnik Motorsport
For everyone who is looking for excitement and adrenaline adventure, the Grobnik race track is the right place. Racing in the Kvarner region has a long tradition, a rich and famous history that dates back to the beginning of the last The events on the Grobnik circuit began in 1978. Racing fans will be delighted by the numerous national and international motorcycle and car races in various classes that the Grobnik circuit offers. Professional teams from Croatia, but also from All over Europe, come to the Grobnik race track for training, testing and of course racing purposes.
Golfing
Although the driving range was opened in November 2022, the project to build a golf resort in Brseč is only at the beginning. The plan is to build a golf resort on an area of 110 hectares, consisting of an 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse with a restaurant and accommodation facilities, including a hotel and a tourist zone with around 40 villas. The plan is to operate a 9-hole golf course by summer 2024!
Outdoor fitness
The outdoor gyms on the Crikvenica Riviera are located in attractive seaside locations and are available to everyone who likes to exercise and enjoy the fresh sea air.
Sports and leisure centers
The pleasant climate and good sports infrastructure offer excellent conditions for sports tourism in Crikvenica even outside of the high season.The Crikvenica Riviera has several sports centers that offer various sporting activities under one roof.
In The sports centers have first-class sports fields and additional services at your disposal. An ideal place for sports such as tennis, football, handball, basketball, table tennis, volleyball, beach volleyball, badminton and martial arts, but also for leisure activities such as fitness and aerobics...