Novi Vinodolski
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Novi Vinodolski ranks among the most important holidays places of the Kvarner of mainland. Due to the vineyards around the city Vinodolski kept its name (Vinodolski = wine valley) round. The Frankopans established it in 13. Ct.as a settlement, which it called "Novi" (again). For this reason the place received in the year 1953 to the names Novi Vinodolski. Only few kilometers south of Novi Vinodolski the region of the Kvarner bay ends.
Novi Vinodolski is a unique summer destination, placed on the northern part of the Adriatic coast, in the Kvarner bay. It is main place on the Riviera of Novi Vinodolski at the entrance of the Vinodol valley. Novi Vinodolski was known as political and cultural centre of the Principality of Vinodol ("Vinodol" - "Vallis vinearia") and it is famous for "The Vinodol Code" from 1288.
Here you will find magnificent beaches, cultural heritage, sport and recreation areas and cultural and entertainment events. This is a haven for all ages in any time of year. The soul and spirit of this outstanding town you can feel in the rests of the cultural heritage like are walls of the Roman fortress "Lopsica", remains of the Paulist friars' monastery, Frankopan citadel with stronghold, cathedral, chapel of the Holy Trinity and St. Marin. Here is placed the house of the famous brothers Mazuranic, reading club and library from 1845, homeland museum and gallery, and much more. Anyway, you visit Novi Vinodolski and feel the moments of magnificent vacation!
Here is Novi Vinodolski located
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How to get to Novi Vinodolski
NoVI Vinodolski is on the road Jadranska magistrala (the main road directly to the Adria along) between Crikvenica and Senj. To get to the goal, you continue on the road A6 to Rijeka or the A1 to Zuta Lokva. It is only 45 km far from Rijeka and the nearest airport. It is reachable by railway station of Rijeka, airport of Krk-Rijeka with Europe and the whole Mediterranean.
City map of Novi Vinodolski
Pictures of Novi Vinodolski
 central place of Novi Vinodolski |
 Clocktower of Sv. Filip |
 little place in front of the church |
 nice viewpoint in Novi Vinodolski |
 View to Krk Island |
Novi Vinodolski Panorama |
 Island San Marino |
 Marina |
History of Novi Vinodolski
Novi Vinodolski has a long and memorable past. Whole the surrounding area is rich in cultural monuments dating back to the ancient history. This area was the center of the Venetian attacks from the west and the Turkish invasion from the east. In the past, Novi Vinodolski has been most important political and cultural centre and center of the Principality of Vinodol and it is famous for "The Vinodol Code" from 1288. Novi Vinodolski was the cradle of brothers- writers of the family Mazuranic.
This beautiful town has a specific panorama which was recognizable in the past, and it is still recognizable as it will be in the future.
The town is full of rests and the cultural heritage because, in the past, many rules were present here and left many traces of their selves. Here are still present walls of the Roman fortress "Lopsica", rests of the Paulist friars' monastery, Frankopan citadel with stronghold, chapel of the Holy Trinity and St. Marin. Here are placed reading club and library from 1845, homeland museum and gallery, the old core of the town and authentic folklore of Novi Vinodolski. The old traditional customs in Novi Vinodolski are the so called Carnival (Mesopusni) customs. These events take place at the end of February on the town streets and squares. In July of every year the Town Tourist Society organizes its promotional and entertainment mega-project- the Summer Carnival (Ljetni karneval), attended by people from all Europe. Vinodolski is famous for the Vinodol Law from 1288, one of the most important Medieval documents of which was plebeians protected them from the excessive influence of feudal power. It was important center in the past and today is very attractive touristic destination for tourists from all over the Europe.
What to see in Novi Vinodolski
The upper town is an interesting sight which is different from the touristic center in the town with its sub-holiday homes and vacation settlements and Zagori Povile. The square tower in the Old City (Kvadrac ) dates from the 13th century and it is remain of Franciscan Castle facility. Novi Grad, the castle of the princes Frankopan
- The Roman fortress Lopsica (called: Lopar)
- The Church of the Virgin Mary on Osap and the monastery of Pauline
- The Cathedral of st. Philip and Jacob, with its 36 m tall bell tower, placed in the upper town
- Island of San Marino with the small Chapel of the Holy Trinity is place worth visiting
- A little outside the town: Castle Senj and many more interesting places in surrounding area of Vinodol. Visit Grizane-authentical small place near the Crikvenica
Excursions in the region of Novi Vinodolski
Novi Vinodolski is place with beautiful landscape and magnificent places in its surrounding. The Valley of Vinodol is very attractive for tourists because this kind of beauty can`t be seen everywhere.
Beautiful experience can be felt in half-or full-day excursions by boat to the island of Krk. Some of the most interesting places are the places Vrbnik, Vinca, Baska and Klimno.
If you have a full day trip plans you can visit Rab and the island of Goli Otok also. A little further away - after the massif of the Velebit - is the Plitvice Lakes National Park.
Accomodations in Novi Vinodolski
Hotels in Novi Vinodolski
- Hotel Povile in Novi Vinodolski *
- Hotel Ema in NOvi Vinodolski
- Hotel Adria Beach in Novi Vinodolski **
- Hotel Lisanj in Novi Vinodolski **
- Hotel Ruza in Novi Vinodolski **
Camping in Novi Vinodolski
Private accomodations in Novi Vinodolski
apartment Novi Vinodolski (Kvarner Bay, Kvarner) - house 40380-NOV
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apartment Novi Vinodolski (Kvarner Bay, Kvarner) - house 40410-NOV
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apartment Novi Vinodolski (Kvarner Bay, Kvarner) - house 40482-NOV
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Weather in Novi Vinodolski
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Climate in Novi Vinodolski
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Sports & leisure opportunities in Novi Vinodolski
Novi Vinodolski with its valley and surrounding places offers many sports and recreative facilities. Here you can explore the nature driving a bike, walking ... or if you are lovers of adrenalin you can try your self in hunting. Here is beautiful hinterland suitable for hunting tourism and other sports-recreational facilities. For those who likes quite and easier way of vacation there is a crystal-clear sea, splendid beaches, outdoor and indoor sea-water swimming pools and the numerous cultural-entertainment events and nearby places are worth visiting.
Where to eat in Novi Vinodolski
Restaurant Maestral- you can try Mediterranean, Continental and typical Croatian cuisine. Restaurant Ema -settled in Novi Vinodolski, in Kalvarija on the seashore- ideal place for those who wish to relax and enjoy their holiday. Restaurant "Vinodol" directly at the beach - has the best pizzas
Beaches in Novi Vinodolski
Blue Flag beaches in Novi Vinodolski
- Glavna Gradska Plaza Lisanj - public sand beach with some rock sections. Beach Lisanj is placed at the hotel, near the city centre.
Beautiful rocky beach - to the restaurant Vinodol. You should drive right (before the bridge) because you have beautiful beach about 1km long, and also places to eat and drink
Nightlife and entertainment in Novi Vinodolski
There are some opportunities for day or night atmosphere mostly in many cafes and bars in the city
- Insider Cafe (popular with the locals) the Snoopy Cafe and Bar Charlie
- Cafes in the city centre near Fountain City and Town Hall; Bistro M, Snoopy, Dom
- Charlie bars, cactus and at the beach directly in front of the hotel Lisanj: club / bar with a DJ,
- Club "Gljiva" beach "Glavna Plaza Hotel Lisanj below, very mention club in Novi Resort Hotel directly at the beach end " Bribirska Obala ";" Abraxxas "House music with super bartender and delicious cocktails
- bar Captains Club in the port! A must for bikers & friends. Here is a Harley Davidson annual meetings.
- Delicious food is available in Konoba Mate in the inner city. Also very good food there is in Azur, Antika, and very highly recommended is the restaurant Maestral (German and english-speaking staff)
a boat trip on the Bartello. The Bartello is a wonderful nostalgic ship in the summer trips interesting offers. Wine tastings, picnic Tours, eating shellfish, night trip to Crikvenica more.
Cultural events in Novi Vinodolski
Because of tourism development, Novi Vinodolski became center of cultural events and offers a lot of to be seen. The most popular event is old traditional winter custom in Novi Vinodolski called Carnival (Mesopusni). This event takes place on the town streets and squares, usually at the end of February and in the beginning of March. Every year in the June is organized promotional and entertainment mega-project-the Summer Carnival (Ljetni karneval), by the Town Tourist Society and it is attended by people from many European countries. Lately this manifestation gaining international reputation. Here is very popular St.Filips and
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