
About the city
STARIGRAD-PAKLENICA
Paklenica National Park is one of Croatia’s best-known protected areas and a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Located on the southern slopes of Velebit, the park is known for the impressive canyons of Velika and Mala Paklenica, its rich flora and fauna, and numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty. In addition to its natural beauty, visitors can explore caves, mountain huts and educational attractions while enjoying the unique combination of mountain and Mediterranean landscapes.
Paklenica National Park attracts visitors throughout the year and is particularly popular among hikers, climbers and nature enthusiasts. Thanks to good transport connections and bus services to Starigrad Paklenica and the surrounding area, the park is easily accessible from Zadar, Split, Zagreb and other Croatian cities.
