LISINA – THE MYSTERIOUS HINTERLAND OF OPATIJA

In the immediate vicinity of Opatija, the elderly Lady of Croatian tourism, we found almost forgotten corner – a vast forest richness at the very edge of the mediterranean and continental climate. A ride in the forest areas of Lisina reveals the traces of human life and work from more than a hundred years ago.

Shepherds, soldiers, hikers, foresters and many other were permanent residents of these forests and meadows. Every road and every path we go through has its own story. Who built it, when and for whom. After leaving the forests of Lisina, we will witness a living monument of human labor and survival on this stingy land.„Zvonejske njivi”(Fields of Zvoneća) are the imposing remains of terrace gardens that once were the most important source for survival of the population.

Today, locals are still planting and growing a native grape variety “Jarbola”, which is produced in such limited quantities that this wine tasting is a real opportunity on our route. 
By avoiding the main roads we will return to the place of departure.

TOUR INFO

DISTANCE32 km
UPHILL630 m
DOWNHILL630 m