Three walking trails give your plans in Lovinac a concrete framework: MedvidovaÄa is 3,314 metres long, RiÄica 2,175 metres and Resnik 6,108 metres. This makes RiÄica the shortest and Resnik the longest of the three routes, with MedvidovaÄa in between. The routes of RiÄica and Resnik can also be described in more detail.
Walking trails and routes in the municipality
In the Municipality of Lovinac, the RiÄica walking trail runs along the northern bank of the RiÄica River. The 2,175-metre route lies between the bridges on the roads near Matijevići and at MaÅ¡ića most. The Resnik walking trail begins on the southern side of the mountain, on the access road to the hamlet of Matijevići. From there, it runs in two directions across the southern and western or northern sides of the mountain to the summit of Resnik. Its total length is 6,108 metres.
Along Resnik, there are signposts and information boards, as well as tables and benches for resting. The route lengths help with comparison, but on their own do not indicate walking time or difficulty. Trail conditions can change. Check them before setting out and confirm the facilities on site.
Nature in the wider destination of the Municipality of Lovinac
Almost half of the Municipality of Lovinac lies within Velebit Nature Park. The Sveto Brdo–Babin vrh Special Reserve, within the municipality, is part of Paklenica National Park. If you are planning a specific activity in a protected area, check the conditions before your trip.
At 833 metres high, Zir in the LovinaÄko kraje offers panoramic views in every direction. The distinctive rock on the mountain is a protected natural monument. There is also a 350-metre-long cave with a lake inside Zir. Rokina Cave, also known as Brkića Cave, is located in the mountain above Piplica and is notable for its cave formations.
Cultural history in the Municipality of Lovinac
The parish church of St Michael in Lovinac was built in 1704 and structurally altered in the second half of the 18th century and again in the mid-19th century. In RiÄice, the Baroque parish church of St Mary Magdalene dates from 1795; it has architectural and historical value and is an important feature of the local landscape. The two churches thus offer different points of reference for the building history of the Municipality of Lovinac.
The 19th-century Travić Mill lies on the Banica stream. The water of the stream powers its milling mechanism. The stone bridge over the RiÄica stream near Lovinac also dates from the 19th century. The medieval cemetery near Å tikada contains 23 late-medieval stećak tombstones in situ, as well as the remains of the Temple of the Holy Archangel.
Regional products and events
In the Lovinac area, Lika potatoes, Å kripavac cheese, products made from medicinal herbs, honey and local fruit are associated with regional tradition. Wool is also traditionally processed, and local crafts are made using patterns handed down over many generations. Production and availability vary by season and producer.
The gastronomic event Dani sira i liÄkog krumpira has been held in the Municipality of Lovinac since 2013. It showcases the culinary qualities of potatoes and cheese, and visitors can taste both products. The traditional Lika dish “pole†is also prepared using different varieties of potatoes. As dates and programmes may vary, check the latest event details before planning your stay around it.
Another event in the wider destination of the Municipality of Lovinac is the three-day cycling festival Srce Velebita. This leisure event includes organised rides with licensed cycling guides through the Velebit Mountains, the Lovinac area and other parts of Lika-Senj County. It is also worth checking the dates before your trip.
Getting here
The A1 motorway has two interchanges or exits in the Lovinac area: Gornja PloÄa and Sveti Rok. They provide a general guide for travelling to the wider destination of the Municipality of Lovinac.
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See the wider travel guide: Municipality of Lovinac.
