Mišnjak - Kamenjak - Fruga - Lopar

Wandermagazin, the most widely read German specialised magazine dealing in topics such as active vacation, including mountaineering, listed the Mišnjak-Kamenjak-Fruga- Lopar hiking route on Rab among the most beautiful routes in Europe (Ger. Europas Schȍnste Wanderwege).

It is a very challenging mountain trail of a total length of 21km, with a 574m long ascent which takes some 9 and a half hours. The route includes 3 marked mountain trails (401, 402 and 403) and passes mostly through the barren karst. The stone road surface requires the adequate high-quality equipment and physically fit mountaineers and the amateurs are recommended to walk the mountain trail in several stages. Kamenjak reveals numerous gems, including secluded beaches, forests, the Fruga Valley, flower-shaped dry stone multicellular sheepfolds called mrgare, and the interesting wooden ladder used for crossing the centuries-old dry stone walls. You can walk the trail in both directions.

MASTERPIECES OF THE PAST AND PRESENT

Hiking on this mountain range, you will find a unique example of wooden ladder used for crossing the centuries-old dry stone walls the work of diligent members of the Kamenjak Mountaineering Club from Rab.

THE VARIETY OF LANDSCAPE

From the barren land and rocks, through the forests, secluded karst oases, to the Fruga Mountain valley waterholes, caves, water springs and beaches.

HIKING AND SWIMMING IN THE SEA?

The hiking trails of the Kamenjak Hill descending to the very sea in some places are incredible. Taking a swim in this crystal-clear sea at the foot of its cliffs for refreshment is a memorable experience.

HARD AND CHALLENGING ROUTES

Although it does not appear demanding at first glance, steep slopes and cliffs, rugged limestone rocks, inaccessibility and scarce vegetation make this mountain range a very dangerous and challenging hiking route.

FOR THE PHYSICALLY FIT

There are six hiking trails crossing the Kamenjak Hill, with a total length of 33 km. Some of them are of a barren karst-like nature.

A PANORAMIC VIEW FROM THE TOP

The highest point of the Kamenjak Hill is located at an altitude of 408 m above sea level. From the top, you can enjoy a spectacular view of Rab and its archipelago.

THE MEDITERRANEAN PARADISE IN THE LEE OF THE MOUNTAIN RANGE

The Kamenjak Hill protects Rab from the gusts of the Bora wind, a cold northeastern wing blowing in gusts and reaching the speed of over 200 km/h in winter.