Municipality of Mošćenička Draga: Coast and Perun Trail

Beach, stream and coastal life

Sipar Beach is several hundred metres long. The Mošćenička Draga stream carried the sand here, while the sea waves shaped the pebbles. These different components give the beach a distinctive character: here, the effects of water can be seen both in the sand it carried in and in the stones it shaped. If choosing a holiday destination with a particular interest in beaches, you will find a notable local landmark in Sipar.

The Potok mountain stream flows into the sea at Mošćenička Draga. As a torrent, it represents a different side of the landscape from the tranquil coastline. The small harbour also shapes the town: it is used by fishing boats and smaller watercraft. The coastal area can be explored by diving with local dive clubs. The beach, harbour and diving thus offer different points of interest for travellers who want to spend their holiday by the water.

Senjavac Beach is a naturist beach behind Sv. Ivan Beach. If you are planning a beach visit, this distinction can help you find your way around. Further afield in the region, Uboka Beach lies between Mošćenička Draga and Brseč. It can be reached by boat or on foot via paths from the main Rijeka–Pula road. These routes differ considerably, so you can choose how to visit the beach based on your preferred way of getting there.

Between the Perun Trail and old streets

The historical and mythological Trebišća–Perun Trail conveys the religious beliefs of the first Slavic settlers in the Kvarner region. It leads through well-preserved hamlets in the Potoška vala gorge to the 880-metre-high Perun summit. The gorge above Mošćenička Draga is associated with these beliefs and the ancient cult of Perun. Those interested in culture and history can encounter them here in connection with a particular landscape and a trail that ends at a summit. The details about the well-preserved hamlets and the summit also help you decide whether this trail suits your travel interests.

Brseč also has its own historical character: its streets and passageways retain a medieval feel, while most of the town houses were built in the 17th century. The town is also home to a 17th-century oil mill called Toš. The former birthplace, now converted into a library and the “Eugen K” gallery, displays works by Croatian and international artists. Its streets, buildings and art cater to a range of cultural interests, so you do not have to limit yourself to just one way of exploring.

Another view of the landscape can be enjoyed from a rocky cliff beside the small Church of St. Magdalena. When choosing a suitable base for your stay, these different attractions may influence your decision: a focus on experiencing the beach and coast involves different priorities from a stay centred on the Perun Trail or the historic streets of Brseč.

Explore the municipality’s settlements

The settlements in the municipality include Sveti Petar, Moscenice, Mošćenička Draga, Brseč, Sveta Jelena, Martina, Kalac, Donji Kraj and Zagore.

For an overview of the wider region: Kvarner Bay.