Opatija
OPATIJA - One of the oldest European tourist destination, the cradle
of Croatian tourism, located in the Kvarner bay near Nature Park Učka.
The contrasts of sea and mountains, green parks and blue ocean, old buildings
and modern comforts, noisy entertainment venues and quiet resorts make Opatija
and its surroundings a very attractive tourist resort in all seasons.
Tourism in Opatija was introduced by Austro-Hungary's leading aristocrats,
who, due to the mild climate, built their villas here in the 19th century.
Today these villas are converted into hotels along the famous Opatija Lungomare
promenade which follows the 11 km long sea coast.
Marinas and Nautical harbors in Opatija:
Nearby nautical centers are: Cres, Rab, Krk