Conveniently located in the northern Adriatic Kvarner bay on the Crikvenica-Vinodol Riviera, Villa Lodrica is an ideal spot for activities.
Whether you are a nature lover, who enjoys walks, fishing, hiking or cycling, whether you like to go on day trips, visit interesting historical or cultural sites, explore local cuisine and wineries or lounge on one of many pebble and sandy beaches under the sun, everything is at your doorstep.
Crikvenica Riviera and the beaches
The Crikvenica-Vinodol Riviera opens up many exciting options, from a multitude of sandy and pebble beaches to choose from and enjoy, including the top-rated Monty’s Dog beach, Kacjak beach in Dramalj and Crni Molo sandy beach in Crikvenica, to numerous daytime and evening activities, bars, restaurants and shops. From boat trips and renting a boat, to wind surfing, water skiing, subbing, jet skis, parasailing, pedalos and scuba diving, there is never a dull moment for adults and children alike.
Vinodol valley
In the immediate vicinity of the Villa you can enjoy a number of activities in the nature. You can explore the Vinodol valley and its multitude of beautiful scenic views and sights, whether you choose to walk, cycle or drive. The valley is suitable for various leisurely walks with family and pets while also offering more challenging hikes and cycling routes. For more adrenaline-driven enthusiasts, you can also choose to fly with the nearby paragliding club or dive in the local scuba-diving centre.
In particular, check out the nearby Eyes of Vinodol viewpoints; Frankopan castles and ruins and the “Love Path” hiking and walking trails .
DAY TRIPS
Senj Castle – (40 km / 40 min drive)
City of Rijeka and Trsat castle – (30 km / 30 min drive)
Plitvice Lakes national park – (140km / 2hr drive)
Bear Sanctuary, Velebit mountain and national park (90km / 1h35min drive)
Island of Krk: towns of Vrbnik and Krk, Roman and mediaeval history, beaches (20-50km / 30-60 min drive)
Gorski Kotar: Fuzine Lake, Forrest Fairytale, Vrelo Cave, Kamacnik Canyon (30-60km / 40 to 60 min drive)
Istria: Colloseum in Pula, towns of Groznjan, Hum, Motovun and Rovinj (70 -140 km – 1 to 2 hrs drive)
