Krk

One of the largest islands in the Adriatic, linked to the mainland by a bridge. The old town of Krk, the cliff-top village of Vrbnik and the long beach of Baška each have their own charm.

Krk is an island in the northern part of Croatia's Kvarner Bay and one of the largest islands in the Adriatic. Its northern end is linked to the mainland by the Krk Bridge, about 30 km from Rijeka, and Rijeka Airport is on the island. The climate is Mediterranean. June through September brings warm seas and the liveliest beaches, though July and August are crowded and prices are high. May and September–October bring fewer visitors and are good for cycling and hiking. In winter, most hotels and ferry services close, and the bridge is occasionally closed in strong bora winds. The island divides into several areas. On the west coast, the old town of Krk has Roman walls, a cathedral and Frankopan Castle. Nearby, Punat is the departure point for boats to Košljun Monastery Island. On the east coast, the cliff-top village of Vrbnik is famous for its Žlahtina white wine. At the southern end, Baška has a beach nearly 2 km long, the Church of St. Lucy and the Baška Tablet. You can hike to Moon Plateau or take a boat to Velika Luka Bay. To the southwest, the old Baška Bay is wild and clear. In the north, the town of Omišalj, Biserujka Cave and the Soline mud flats are worth a visit. Getting there: buses run to the island from Rijeka and Zagreb, but local bus services are infrequent, so driving is recommended. Plan 3–5 days, using the town of Krk or Baška as a base.

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