Losinj Island

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Lošinj

Losinj is a Croatian island in the northern part of Adriatic sea, in the Bay of Kvarner.

The following settlements are placed on Lošinj: Nerezine, Sveti Jakov, Ćunski, Artaturi , Mali Lošinj and Veli Lošinj . The island of Losinj, together with Cres is very attractive destination for tourists from all over the Europe. Both islands are connected with a bridge. The island of Losinj is located just 31 km long and only 4 km wide.

The 45th Latitude is exactly on the islands of Cres and Losinj and divides them into two climate zones. Lošinj has a subtropic climate and vegetation with maritime pines, palms, oleanders and citrus trees.

Lošinj is part of the Cres-Lošinj archipelago which includes Cres and Lošinj, and the smaller islands of Unije, Ilovik, Susak, Vele Srakane, Male Srakane and a number of uninhabited small islands. Those two islands, Cres and Lošinj are connected by a small bridge in the town of Osor.

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Here is Losinj Island located

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How to get to Losinj Island

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The island of Cres and island Losinj are connected with a swiveling Canal bridge in place Osor (Bridge opening hours by 9 clock and clock by 17). You can reach it by the bus which connect the entire island to the inland region to Rijeka. The most important transit is the ferry port to Brestova Cres and Lošinj island.

Lošinj is a part of Cres, so travel south from Cres to the part of Lošinj. This part of the islands holds the airport, and has a ferry harbour to Rijeka.

In the summer months, the line are very congested. The ferry Valbiska operates from the island of Krk in accordance to Cres. From Lošinj are driving even ferries to Zadar and Pula.


Kanal-bridge

bridge near Mali Lošinj

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Map of Losinj Island

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Picture gallery for Losinj Island

View to Mali Losinj

View to thr harbour ofMali Losinj

View to marine of Veli Losinj

Church in Veli Losinj


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Insight into history of Losinj Island

The main town, Mali Lošinj was founded by 12 Croat families, is worth a visit, as it hosts a beautiful harbour with a nice waterfront. In antiquity both islands were not yet separated. Probably after the conquest by the Romans under Augustus the canal split, the two islands to each other today retires. Since 18 Century the small island of Losinj was famous for boat building. In Veli Losinj and Mali Losinj existed six yards, which constantly were vessels from the stack. After triumph of steam shipping yards they came into oblivion.

The first evidence of humans was in 1280 but their settlements gained self-governance in 1389. The main settlements were Veli Lošinj and Mali Lošinj which played an increasingly important role in this period.

Island started to develop in the 18th and 19th centuries, with trading and shipbuilding. For a short time it was under rule of Republic of Venice and later under the Austro-Hungarian rule until its collapse in 1918. Since then to 1943 it was under rule of Italy and after 1945 the island was annexed by Yugoslavia. Lošinj has became part of Croatia since it declared independence from the Yugoslav Federation in 1991.

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What to see in Losinj Island

Visit the main town Mali Lošinj with its beautiful harbour and its Venetian style. Veli Lošinj holds beautiful Venetian villas which are hidden in the lush vegetation with pine trees, vineyards, fruit trees, olives and palms. Enjoy the viewpoint near Nerezine.


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Places of excursions in surrounding of Losinj Island

On the island Losinj you can go on smaller walks, along entire coastal Baldarka to the bay east of Mali Losinj. In the immediate surroundings is the small island Susak, which is known for its unusual formations. This covers a 10 m thick layer of sand the limestone ground. This is the ideal soil for wine cultivation. The vines are cultivated terraces by wind breaker and stone walls.

From Nerezine you can go to daily tours on the Televrina, the highest peak (588m) in the northern place Osorscica.

  • Hike on the Televrina

From Veli Losinj or Mali you can go on a walk to the Sveti Ivan. The reward is a beautiful island panoramic view from this height.

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Accomodations in Losinj Island

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Hotels in Losinj Island

in Nerezine


in Mali Losinj


in Veli Losinj

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Camping in Losinj Island

in Mali Losinj

in Nerezine

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Small camps in the region of island Losinj

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Private accomodations in Losinj Island

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Weather in Losinj Island

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

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Current weather in Losinj Island and a 7-day weather forecast for Losinj Island

min.max.wind
Friday
04.07.2008		 23 °C
73 °F		 27 °C
81 °F
Saturday
05.07.2008		 22 °C
72 °F		 27 °C
81 °F
Sunday
06.07.2008		 23 °C
73 °F		 28 °C
82 °F
Monday
07.07.2008		 24 °C
75 °F		 28 °C
82 °F
Tuesday
08.07.2008		 22 °C
72 °F		 26 °C
79 °F
Wednesday
09.07.2008		 20 °C
68 °F		 27 °C
81 °F
Thursday
10.07.2008		 21 °C
70 °F		 27 °C
81 °F
Water temperature: 26 °C
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Climate in Losinj Island

Climate in Losinj Island
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
11
10
11
13
17
21
23
24
22
19
16
13


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Sports & leisure time in Losinj Island


There is a good opportuinity for hiking in the mountains and above beaches of Losinj.

  • North of Mali Losinj the small airfield so can enjoing in beautiful panoramic view.
  • Larger boats in Nerezine and Mali Losinj can be hired.

In the bays and Cikat Suncana Uvala in Mali Losinj is good offer of all water sports activities, wind surfing, jetski, water skiing.

  • Windsurfing is possible in the surf school in the Cikat Bay.

There is a plenty of activities on splendid beaches a lot of water sports activities on the sea and under its.

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Where to eat in Losinj Island

Cafés offer small snacks and a delightful spot to watch the boats come and go in the harbour. Look out for restaurants where local people eat. Fish dishes are good quality, like everywhere in Istria, and Italian style dishes are good too.

  • Restoran Marina - Veli Lošinj
  • Ribarska Koliba - Veli Lošinj
  • Restoran Nino- Mali Lošinj
  • Restoran Artatore
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Beaches in Losinj Island

Look out for the beaches in maintown Mali Lošinj and its most famous beach, Čitak bay, which is 30 km long and very popular for water sports.

  • Between Nerezine and Sv. Jakov there is a bathing facility, which is also suitable for small children.

pebble beach rocky beach paved beach

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Nightlife and entertaining in Losinj Island

Entertainment can be found on summer terraces of hotels or restaurants. They are provides large number of fun and pleasure facilities like live music, show programs...Here you will find a lot of to do and many places to go and amuse your self.

  • Energy, Coctail bar is an discoteque in MALI LOŠINJ in Vila Ana
  • there are several very popular night clubs and bars like: Priko, Zanzibar, Šarky Pub

It provides good offer of entertainment programs for children, in Aqua park in the bay Čikat and other interesting facilities.

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Cultural arrangements in Losinj Island

The most popular cultural and entertainment events on the island Losinj are:

  • Music Days in June,
  • Folklore Evenings in July and August,
  • Osor Music Evenings in July and August,
  • Dolphin Day, on August 5, including an educational program for children and an exhibition of pictures and photographs of dolphins, * Fishermen Evening on August 15 and
  • the day of the town on August 24.
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Videos of Losinj Island

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

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Discussions about Losinj Island

Do you have more questions about Losinj Island? Have a look at the Istria.info Forum and get more tipps about Losinj Island.

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Helpful links

For more Info go to Losinj24.com

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