ISLAND KRK
BIKE & WINE
ABOUT KRK
Among the 1185 Croatian islands, only one of them is the golden one, the Insula Aurea – the island of Krk. Located in the centre of the Kvarner bay, it is considered one of the most attractive tourist destinations. Its mild Mediterranean climate, good geographical position and variety of natural and cultural beauties gave it, even in ancient times, the name “golden island”. Its cultural heritage has given it another name – the cradle of Croatian culture, whilst at the beginning of the 20th century it gained the name the “sixth continent”.
The 45th parallel passes through the island, whilst its longest part is 38 km and its widest 20 km long. Its coast is around 190 km long. The closest mainland is only about a hundred metres away and its neighbouring islands are the islands of Cres, Goli and Rab; a few smaller islands also pertain to it (the largest being Plavnik, which has 17 km of coast, and the smaller Školjić with just 400 m of coast); it has an unusual and varied relief, climbing from the north-western part to the south-eastern part – from picturesque gentle coves and lagoons, along fertile fields and dense forests with sub-mediterranean vegetation, to the parts of bare limestone and real mountain landscape. On the island of Krk there are three streams and two lakes.
From 90 €
Average annual sunshine hours
WHEN TO VISIT?
There is no wrong time of the year to visit this area. Every season offers different unique experience. Either you are hiding from the sun during those hot summer days or seeking more of it during chill winter days when the rest of the country is covered with snow, you will surely enjoy it!
INFO ABOUT THE TOUR
Duration: 4-8h
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Tour distance: 35 km
Cycling distance: 35 km
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Guided bike tour
Local wine and food tasting
Bike or e-bike with helmet
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
WHAT TO WEAR
Cycling clothes recommended
Good shoes recommended
Lightweight Jacket
Sunglasses
Water bottles
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our bike tour takes you to the most beautiful parts of the island. A route that takes you through Krk’s well known vineyards and hidden lagoons. A chance to taste the local food and wine while having a great time on a bike or e-bike. Starting from Omišalj, Krk or Malinska at 9AM our tour takes from 4-8 hours depending on the groups physical abilities and condition.
When in Rome see the pope, when on Krk try as much wine as possible. Whith a perfect climate for growing wine there are a lots of vinyeards through the whole island. The main sort is white gentle Žlahtina which we aree going to try in a local winery that will spoil us with local cheese, olives, Prosciutto and wine!
Krk is one of Croatia’s best cycling islands. Many marked cycling routs for road and MTB give a lot of options for great riding. There is even a nice cave on the route well worth a visit.
USEFUL INFO
*The island terrain can be rocky with sharp rocks, have a spare tyre or a tubless system! Put on sunscreen and in the warmer months take a bathing suit!