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PREKO - MOST ŽDRELAC - meet places south of Preko |
Start from Preko ferry port, passing trought Kali, Kukljica to the Ždrelac bridge and back.
Distance:cca 30km
Intensity: Low
Price per person: by arrangement
Inculuded in price: bike and guide
Minimum: 5 persons
Maximum: 10 persons
Route overview:
Starting point: Preko ferry terminal
Kali
Kali is a small village, extending approximately 15 km. The distance from Zadar is app. 3 miles or a 30-min boat / ferry ride. It is situated on the southern part of Ugljan island. On the north, it borders with Preko village and on the south with Kukljica village. Kali was first mentioned in a document dating back to 1299 AD, however the archeological findings at Orjak hill prove that it has been inhabited since prehistory.
Kali fishermen, the most famous fishermen in the world, indeed have a claim to fame. Besides putting bread on their table (and sardines), the fishing craft simply runs in their blood. Since the 19th century, fishing gear can be spotted all over Kali. There isn’t a family in Kali that hasn’t bred a fisherman. Fishing in Kali started developing more intensely in the 19th century. As fish is scarce close to the shore, Kali fishermen had to sail out into Zadar channel and the open sea of the Adriatic to look for it. They specialized in tuna fishing using purse seine nets, and since mid-20th century, they have been using purse seine nets to catch small pelagic (blue) fish. Kali fishermen are also employed all around the Mediterranean Sea, the Atlantic and the Pacific Ocean. |
Kukljica
Kukljica is picturesque touristic and fishermen’s village located in the southeast end of the island of Ugljan overlooking the island of Pašman. Diversity in tourism offer and scenic beauty dominated with dense pine forests, sand and rocky beaches on the shores of crystal clear sea, harbour protected by natural cove and a variety of accommodation options in private apartments and rooms, and in Holiday Park Zelena Punta, provide possibilities for ideal vacation.
Kukljica is often referred to as “the gate to the National park Kornati and Nature park Telaščica” due to proximity to the Ždrelac Passage.
Sea-oriented and living off seafaring and fishery for generations. It is favorite holiday destination for many tourists, sailors and hikers, as well as families with children, as well as young and mature visitors.
Historic village core with its original examples of folk architecture is separated from Holiday Park Zelena Punta by large natural cove always filed with fishing and excursion boats, yachts and sailing ships. Walk on coastline and sandy beaches in the shadows of centuries old pines is enjoyment for every guest. Beaches such as Sabuša, Kostanj and Jelenica can be found on the both sides of the island. |
VOTIVE CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF THE SNOW
It is located in the strait Ždrelac between the islands of Ugljan and Pašman. Our Lady of the Snow feast is celebrated on every August 5th since 1514. The interior of the church with its main altar has four marble pillars. The church has five altars; the main altar is consecrated to the patron saint of the Church - Our Lady of the Snow, while the other four are consecrated to the Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Anthony, St. Andrew and Sv. Nicholas. The church was built in Baroque style of the 17th century and is a valuable cultural monument in this area. That is why it was put under state protection by the decision of the commission at the Regional institute for the Protection of Cultural Monuments in Split in 1982. |
Ždrelac bridge
The Ždrelac Bridge is a 210-metre through arch bridge carrying the D110 state road connecting islands of Ugljan and Pašman in Croatia. The original bridge was completed in 1972, however 2009 reconstruction increased the main span and widened the deck. |
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