Rijeka

The Trsat Castle is one of the oldest fortifications on the Croatian coast which preserves the features of the early medieval town construction. During winter it has thousands of lights that adds some special touch to it. There are happenings there, concerts, fairs and plenty more. The view is breathtaking.

The 1,150 foot (350 meters) military tunnel was constructed by the Italian Royal Army between 1939 and 1942. It was utilized to protect civilians from aerial bombing raids conducted by Allied forces during the war. Nowdays, besides connecting parts of the city, it also uses as a cool down location on hot summer days :)

Korzo is not just the main Rijeka’s promenade, its lifeblood, but also its mirror. Rijeka is reflected in Korzo, at Korzo you can read Rijeka. You can feel the people, the vibe, the entire place. It is not long, but it is cute. Lots of shops and cafes along the way.

You can visit a large part of this attractive hiking route, which will reveal all the charms of the Rječina canyon, the natural protection of the “City that flows” and its rich industrial heritage.

Our favourite summer route. 10min downhill from our apartment, after swimming, 15min walking to the city center, and afterwards around 20-30min, depending on the route, back to the apartment. Perfect for summer nights.

Kostrena is situated in close vicinity of Rijeka, surrounded by Martinšćica and the Bay of Bakar. Our Kostrena peninsula is about 10 kilometers long, with a mild slope toward the sea coast. During summer it is crowded with people so not my favorite summer destination. We have a boat so we'll go swim somewhere else, but springs, early summer, early fall is the time to walk it, hang out for a coffee or even a swim if it is warm enough.

The existing breakwater of the main port’s pool is famously known as the “molo longo” because of its length of 1707 m which today function as a passenger terminal and coastal promenade. If you go with a local, for sure they'll meet someone they know. It is that famous that people love to walk by the sea and enjoy good talk.

After all the walking and discovering, you want to relax and have fun with a glass of wine. Paint & Wine is a painting party that requires no prior painting experience.

It developed next to the sea shore, near the wooden pier, where the local fishermen used to unload their catch and take it in baskets to the market to sell.

If you like good beer and good food this is the place to eat (&drink)

This place has also great breakfast. Bunch of craft beers (tap and bottled). Great position in the city center.

Some day trips you can take while staying in Rijeka.

City Tower, a symbol of Rijeka and a good example of a typical round tower access-point, which lead into the fortified town. Today it dominates the central part of Korzo.

Good beer, good food, live music. Situated in the old town.

A short 15min drive from the apartment takes to a small town next to Rijeka with beautiful beaches.

A short 15min drive from the apartment takes to the island of Krk and a beautiful small town of Njivice. You can enjoy a walk, many beaches and several bars and restaurants.