Early in the morning, fishermen return to Šimuni with their catch. Together with the small restaurants serving fresh regional home cooking, this shapes the character of the fishing village. This local side differs from the village’s more active themes: the regatta, diving and cycling appeal to different travel interests. When choosing, you can therefore weigh both the character of the village and specific activities. A 2026 listing mentions a brudet cooking competition at Dani Liganj: visitors taste the dishes prepared and decide for themselves which team deserves the title; the participatory format may vary from one edition to another.

Sailing and diving

Every year in the post-season, Camping Village Šimuni and the Surfbace Šimuni sailing club organize the Shimuni Open, a catamaran regatta. If sailing is a priority for you, this period should factor into your date selection. Check the specific event dates before planning your trip around it.

The Foka diving centre is located at Plaža bijelog galeba. Diving courses at the Šimuni campsite are conducted under the expert guidance of diving instructors, with individual attention for every guest. Check the current operating arrangements before taking a course, as they may change.

Cycling route and choice of activities

Route 08, “Šimuni – Uvala Girenica,” is designated as a cycling route. It adds a clearly defined cycling option alongside sailing and diving. Different features can help you choose between these activities: the regatta takes place in the post-season, the diving courses are expertly guided and individually supervised, and Route 08 is designated as a cycling route. This can help you weigh whether your travel dates, a water-based activity or cycling should be the deciding factor.

Sv. Vid in the wider context of Pag

In the wider context of Pag, Sv. Vid is the island’s highest peak, reaching 349 metres above sea level. From the summit, the view extends across Mjesečev otok, Paška uvala, the stone town of Pag, the Pag salt pans, Velebit, the Kvarner and northern Dalmatian islands, and the Velebit Channel. The path to the top leads through pastures and sage meadows, past a water source and onward along sheep trails. The summit and the route description complement each other: the view opens up a perspective on the wider island region, while the landscape features shape the way to the peak. This makes Sv. Vid a distinct point of interest on Pag, in addition to the activities in Šimuni.

Pilgrimage and planning your dates

A traditional pilgrimage to Sv. Vid before the Vela Gospa holiday begins at the entrance to the Šimuni campsite. If this occasion is important for your travel dates, check the specific date before basing your plans on it. The pilgrimage connects a cultural reference with a named starting point; checking the date helps you plan your visit for the right time.

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For the main travel overview: Općina Pag.