Vrata Velebita
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- Dog-friendly wildlife haven in the Velebit Nature Park
- A 10-minute drive to the beach; 20 minutes to Paklenica National Park
- Small kitchen on site; ethno house with bee exhibitions 50 metres away
Between Velebit mountain and the sea, Vrata Velebita is a rather convenient place to base yourself for escapes surrounded by natural beauty. A dog-friendly place this is, and a destination for the adventurous sorts too – in the middle of Velebit Nature Park, it’s surrounded by lush forest and karst peaks, meaning that hikes are all around. On top of that, to go for dips in the Adriatic, you need only drive or walk to the pebbly beach four kilometres from the site.
On the way down to that pebbly shore at Duboka Kruščica beach (10 minutes' drive or an hour's walk), there are cultural Mirila stone monuments to check out 300 metres from the site. But first, you might want to stop by at the site’s ethno house, which has an exhibition on beekeeping, honey and brandy tasting 50 metres’ walk from the site.
As well as imparting knowledge on Velebit tradition and heritage, Vrata Velebita is a wildlife haven with all the scents and sounds of nature around. That doesn’t mean it’s lacking in facilities. Not at all – there are shared toilets and showers, a small kitchen, a barbecue (this is not available between July and August due to the fire risk) and tables and benches.
Ljubotić (two minutes’ drive or 15 minutes’ walk) is a starting point for those of you who have arrived here with the aim of mountaineering around Stap, Kamena Galerija and Renjovac. Supplies can be picked up from the shop in Tribanj, five minutes’ drive from the site.
After more active pursuits? Paklenica National Park is 20 minutes’ drive from the site – canyons, pine forests, caves, wildlife and hiking trails lie in store there.
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
German
Italian
Open from Fri, 4 Apr to
Reviews
75% would recommend this site to a friend
75% would stay here again
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Realtà molto piccola a circa 3 km dal mare, io la ho…
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Realtà molto piccola a circa 3 km dal mare, io la ho usata come tappa per andare in Albania quindi non posso giudicare i servizi visto che non gli ho sfruttati molto!
Zone calma e rilassante, molto pulito, ben organizzato, propietari fantastici, bella la…
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Zone calma e rilassante, molto pulito, ben organizzato, propietari fantastici, bella la visita alla casa tipica con produzione di miele
Disliked Un po' difficile arrivarci
Excellent camping , Équipement très pratique
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Lieu paisible et bien entretenu . Campement au calme . Endroit ressourçant . Possibilité d’utiliser un frigo commun , à disposition machine à laver le linge . Équipement très pratique . Séjour vraiment très agréable au milieu de la montagne et à seulement 20 minutes des plages .
Calme et isolé…
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Calme et isolé
Disliked Le sol n'est pas très confortable. Très cher.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Location
Vrata Velebita
Put Ljubotića
50
Tribanj
Zadarska županija
Croatia
23244
Directions Timezone
Europe/Zagreb CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44.36749°N
15.32568°E
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
This is an excellent base for exploring around Paklenica National Park (20 minutes’ drive). There are easy or trickier hikes, as well as trails fit for bike rides through the pines. Wildlife fans can try to find animals such as bats, deers and falcons in the park, as well as birds of prey in the educational centre.
If you’re an experienced climber, you’ll be in the right place – there’s a handful of climbing locations around Paklenica National Park. A cave, too – just head to Manita peć (25 minutes). For historic sites, the park also has a 19th-century watermill named Marasovic Mill and an ethno house, which shows what life was like in older times.
Those of you who consider beach days a holiday essential can head to more coves in and around Starigrad (20 minutes). Further on, though, there’s water of a different kind. Kanjon Zrmanje Od Obrovca Do Ušća (40 minutes) is a river canyon and a hot destination for river rafting.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Hotel Alan | 8.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Rt Pisak | 9.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Zaton Hr 1 | 12.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Jadro | 12.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plisa | 13 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Vrata Velebita have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Vrata Velebita dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Vrata Velebita? This is an excellent base for exploring around Paklenica National Park (20 minutes’ drive). There are easy or trickier hikes, as well as trails fit for bike rides through the pines. Wildlife … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Vrata Velebita?
Camping and touring Arrive: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: Anytime Please arrive before dark.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Vrata Velebita? From £27.17 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.