National Parks of Croatia

Discover the unforgettable natural beauty of our country – from the crystal-clear Adriatic Sea to pristine lakes, from wild mountains to unique karst formations. Croatia’s national parks preserve some of the most valuable natural treasures that will leave you breathless.

Kornati National Park - Islands in the Adriatic Sea
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Kornati

A unique island group in the Mediterranean, featuring 89 islands and rocks spread across 302 km². The wild beauty of stone, crystal-clear blue sea, secluded coves, and a world of silence.

89 islands 302 km²
Nautical destination Sea cliffs Coral reefs
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Plitvice Lakes National Park - UNESCO World Heritage Site
UNESCO

Plitvice Lakes

The most famous Croatian national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It features a series of 16 lakes interconnected by waterfalls formed by natural travertine barriers.

16 lakes Dense forests
UNESCO heritage Travertine barriers Brown bear
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NP Krka - Skradinski buk
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Krka

It covers 14,200 hectares from the Nečmen fortress through Roški Slap to Skradinski Buk, the largest travertine barrier in Europe. The Franciscan monastery on Visovac and the Krka monastery give it special significance.

14.200 ha Skradinski buk 46m
Largest travertine barrier Visovac Monastery Skradin
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Paklenica National Park - Velebit Mountain
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Paklenica

The most beautiful and diverse natural attractions of Velebit. Majestic canyons, the Manita Peć cave, climbing opportunities, and crystal-clear sea make it one of the most attractive destinations.

Velebit Climbing
Alpinism Manita Peć Cave Mediterranean
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Northern Velebit National Park - Botanical Garden
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Northern Velebit

The most valuable natural area of the Velebit mountain range. It includes the strict reserves Rožanski and Hajdučki Kukovi with their karst formations, Lukina Cave, and the famous Velebit Botanical Garden.

Peak area Botanical garden
Lukina Cave Karst formations Botanical garden
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Telašćica National Park - Dugi otok
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Telašćica

In the southeastern part of Dugi Otok, it forms a remarkable harmony of nature. Calm bays meet rugged cliffs, Mediterranean vegetation with over 400 plant species, and a rich underwater world.

13 islands 70.5 km²
400+ plant species Red corals Steep cliffs
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PP Vrana Lake - Ornithological Reserve
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Lake Vrana

The largest natural lake in Croatia, a flooded karst field stretching 14 km. It is a habitat and protected ornithological reserve for numerous wetland birds and an important resting point during migration.

30.7 km² Ornithological reserve
Largest lake Squacco heron Bird migration
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Velebit National Park - Velika Planina
UNESCO

Velebit

The “Great Mountain” truly lives up to its name. Croatia’s largest mountain and the largest protected area, designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. It includes two national parks.

The largest mountain Biosphere
UNESCO biosphere Endemic species Two national parks
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