Velebit

Velebit is Croatia's greatest mountain range, with a length of 145 kilometers and a breadth of 30 kilometers. The range is part of the Dinaric Alps and runs along the Adriatic coast, separating it from the inland town of Lika. This mountain is ideal for individuals who like a more active vacation. The beauty of nature in Velebit Mountain, particularly the large number of unique species, has been recognized by UNESCO programme of Man and the Biosphere since 1978.

The whole mountain range is now a natural park, with the exception of North Velebit and Paklenica, which are both national parks. Vaganski vrh (1,757 meters above sea level) is the highest peak in Velebit Mountain, located in Paklenica National Park. Don't be put off by the enormous summit; the mountain is marked with several paths and more than twenty shelters for mountaineers to stay in while exploring the range. Hiking up this spectacular mountain is not to be missed if you are a nature lover!

Location: Croatia

Elevation: 1,757 m

Parent range: Dinaric Alps