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Karlobag is a place in Lika-Senj county. It is a small place (500 inhabitants) below the Velebit mountain lying opposite the island of Pag. Tourists from Karlobag particularly appreciate the varied combination of a seaside holiday and vacation in the mountains. In particular, the hinterland of Karlobag offers very nice and mostly marked hiking trails with beautiful round eyes on the Kvarner Bay and Dalmatia.

Here is Karlobag located

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How to get to Karlobag

From the north (Zagreb / Rijeka), there are 2 possibilities to arrive the Karlobag.
The first one is on the highway to Split, "Departure Gospic," continue on the road to Karlobag. The connection Gospic – Karlobag with about 40 km long road is the second crossing over the coastal mountains.
The second possibility is via the coastal road. Highway to Split, exit Senj, coastal road (main road Rijeka – Zadar) on Ribarica to Karlobag. Senj – Karlobag about 88 km.

You can also use the coastal road from Rijeka to Karlobag.

City map of Karlobag

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Pictures of Karlobag

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History of Karlobag

Karlobag has been the Roman colony in the past and not too far away from Karlobag, there was another colony called Vegium. In the past Karlobag was known as Bag and at the beginning of the 14th century it was under the rule of Governor Pavle Subic. It was in addition of the Senj as the main transport and trade center below the Velebit range.

The Turks completely destroyed and burned the Bag in 1525 AND the arch duke Karlo helps to rebuild it so the name it is today is from the Austrian Karlo VI. He was very important person for Karlobag, in the 16th century because announced it as a royal city.

In the 18th century Karlobag has become very important port due to the constructions and roads which lead through nearby places and were link with the island Pag.

What to see in Karlobag

• Church of St. Charles Borromeo-during the Second World War, the nave of the church has been destroyed and later was built the bell tower. The church ruins is striking in a curve of the Jadranska Magistrala on the southern outskirts.

• Capuchin monastery with the Church of St. Joseph-which is placed in the city, built in 1712.

Excursions in the region of Karlobag

Among different sport activities there are various possibilities for active life at the Velebit, including mountaineering, paintball, cycling, walking, panoramic photography and much more… There is an sport hall in Velebno hotel, which is suitable when the weather is not good. Karlobag also offers lots of amusement in the evening, like: international painters’ colony, trips to nearby islands Pag, Rab or Zadar archipelago and national parks of North Velebit, Plitvice Lakes and Paklenica as well.

Accomodations in Karlobag

Hotels in Karlobag

• Hotel Velinac in Karlobag*

• Hotel Zagreb in Karlobag**

Camping in Karlobag

Private accomodations in Karlobag

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Weather in Karlobag

Below you see the current weather forecast for Karlobag. The climate table of Karlobag tells you which temperatures can be expected for each month.

Current weather in Karlobag and a 7-day weather forecast for Karlobag

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Climate in Karlobag

Climate in Karlobag	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Max. Temperature	8	10	12	16	21	25	29	28	24	19	14	10
Min. Temperature	2	3	5	8	12	15	18	18	15	11	7	3
Hours of Sunshine	4	4	6	7	6	10	11	10	8	6	4	3
Rainy Days	7	6	7	7	6	5	4	4	5	7	9	9
Water temperature of the Adriatic Sea	11	10	11	13	17	21	23	24	22	19	16	13

Sports & leisure opportunities in Karlobag

This beautiful landscape is not only suitable for those who likes to swim in the Adriatic, but also for those who likes taking walks, or exploring surrounding area.
In the proximity to Karlobag is the river Gacka, real haven for sport fishing and anglers.
In the hinterland there are some places featured trip. It is certainly the Velebit massif above Karlobag. There are marked hiking trails, the direction south to the Paklenica or in the direction north to Premuzic path.

Karlobag is known as a perfect tourist point suitable for short break or refreshment during a long trip, as well as a holiday resort.

The magnificent clear sea, well preserved nature, rich historical and sacral heritage, are main reasons of tourist development.
For those who prefers an active holiday and want to have some fun, there is a plenty of activities like: football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, bowling, miniature golf and variety of sports under the sea.

Where to eat in Karlobag

Here in Karlobag is fantastic gastronomic offer which includes many traditional and typical specialities like: shrimp in wine, shrimp cooked in wine and olive oil with toasted bread, cooked fish with garlic, olive oil, wine, onion, manestra, frankopan cake- a traditional dessert that got its name after the Frankopan dukes.

• Restoran FLORIDA

• Bistro ADRIATIK

• Hotel Velebno

• Restoran ZAGREB

• Caffe bar CARLITOS

• Buffet ČETIRI SESTRE

• Caffe bar Riva

• Buffet JELENA

• Restoran-pizzeria OK

• Bistro STERNA

• Trgovački obrt "CUFI"

Beaches in Karlobag

Karlobag offers beautiful beaches and also a direct view of the island Pag. It has good touristic offer all year long specially due to contrast of climates. Very favourable climate gives you opportunity during the summer months as while during the winter. You can relax and enjoy in the sea and sun on splendid beaches which are settled in pine shade and typical green vegetation. In the winter go skiing or snowboarding or just enjoy in the winter games.

Karlobag offers beaches with crystal clear waters so it is worth to visit.

Nightlife and entertainment in Karlobag

During summer here is very good offer of fun and pleasure possibilities. Some of the best cafes are placed next to the sea and are ussually full. These are ideal places to enjoy in good music and meet interesting people.
For those who wants acknowledge your selves there are also many cultural manifestations where you can learn more about the tradition and customs of this area. During summer here are organized various fashion shows, concerts and festivities.

Cultural events in Karlobag

Videos of Karlobag

Below you can find travel videos from Karlobag. The videos from Karlobag are provided by CroVideos.com, the video portal for Croatia.

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Discussions about Karlobag

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Useful links

• Travel Portal for Kvarner with accomodations
• Forum about Kvarner
• News of Kvarner and Croatia