Bakarac is a coastal village with concrete beaches, traces of tuna fishing and trails that include the village in their routes. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, the coast, history and hiking opportunities can help you decide whether Bakarac suits your interests during your stay.
Coast and beach areas
The named beaches include Zminca, Kupalište, Mala plažica, Palada, Skalada, Melina, Prva kućica, Sridnja ućica, Sansovo and Kavranić. Conditions may vary from one area to another. Numerous springs make the sea cooler at Bakarac’s beaches. This means the shoreline and natural conditions are two specific aspects to consider when planning your trip.
Fishing history and archaeological traces
The area’s history spans several different periods. Gradac, south of Bakarac, is an archaeological site with remains of a Bronze Age fortress. It also has ruins of ancient buildings and remains of an ancient fortification system. In Bakarac, the parish church of St Peter the Apostle dates from the 18th century; the local heritage also includes three Roman milestones.
Another link to the history of fishing is the last active tuna fishing station: it was called Bakarac and was used until the mid-20th century. The tuna lookout posts also give a hiking route its name. In this way, the history of fishing connects with a specific theme for trails through the area.
Hiking trails with different formats
The trail to the tuna lookout posts includes Bakarac and passes several lookout posts along Bakar Bay. It is eight kilometres long and is laid out as a point-to-point route; the estimated duration is two and a half hours. The surface is 30 percent asphalt and 70 percent unpaved terrain.
Stazama naših nona offers a different format: this marked, easy circular trail is 10.7 kilometres long and is considered suitable for all age groups. It follows the waterfront promenade to Bakarac, then passes through Šmrika and Banja on its way back to Kraljevica. For your planning, there are two different route formats to choose from: an eight-kilometre point-to-point route or a 10.7-kilometre loop.
The Frankopan Roads route also passes through Bakarac on its outward and return legs. Check trail conditions locally. For a guided activity, the “Along the Hunters Paths” tour goes through Bakarac’s forests and along old Roman roads. Stops include an old forest cemetery and church buildings covered in ivy; check whether the tour is available before your trip.
Hiking trips, Bark & Hike programmes, and walks for dogs and their owners are organised throughout the year along Stazama naših nona. Specific dates for individual activities may change, so it is worth checking in advance. This makes it possible to distinguish between choosing a route independently and taking part in organised activities, depending on what is on offer.
Tira, tira
The event re-enacts traditional tuna fishing. Traditional tuna dishes are part of the programme afterwards; the specific food on offer may vary from year to year. Check the dates and current programme before your trip.
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