Rab is an island of Kvarner, the tenth largest in Croatia and the smallest of the Kvarner islands.
The climate is Mediterranean and the territory is very varied. The eastern part, which faces the mainland, is rocky and inhospitable and is characterized by a stone ridge. The western side, on the other hand, changes completely and is characterized by a luxuriant and rich vegetation, an indented coast and beautiful bays. You can find both rocky and sandy beaches.
It is a tourist island where you can find equipped beaches and entertainment, but at the same time escape from tourism and find out peaceful corners. Indeed, Rab preserves its natural and wild side, giving it the title of one of the greenest islands in Croatia.
The capital of the island is the town of the same name Rab, whose medieval historic center is one of the attractions to visit. A second city in importance for tourism is Lopar, where ferries from Krk island also arrive. Mišnjak is the port where ferries arrive from Stinica, on the mainland.
WHAT TO VISIT
You certainly come to Rab for its sea and beaches. You will find them of different types, sandy and rocky beaches, equipped or free, FKK (nudist), dedicated to your pets.
In Rab you can also play sports surrounded by nature, thanks to the cycling and trekking routes in the area that cross the nature reserve, or along the beaches or take you to the highest point of the island, Kameniac. You will also find licensed diving centers and climbing walls.
If you are interested in a bit of history of the island, you can stroll through the medieval walls of Rab and discover the origins of the island; you will also find signs of the island’s history in Supertarska Draga and in Kampor.
Finally, from Rab town and Lopar, you can find organized excursions to nearby islands: Pag, Lošinj, Sv. Grgur, Goli, Prvic, Dolin.
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HOW TO REACH RAB
BY CAR
You have to go to Stinica on the mainland, from where ferries leave for Misnjak. Check the ferry timetables here. The crossing takes about 15 minutes.
Alternatively, there is also a connection from the neighboring island Krk (Valbiska) to Lopar. However, there are fewer trips per day and if you want to stay at Casa Leda we suggest to consider Misnjak port.
BY PLANE
The closest airport is located in Rijeka, on the island of Krk. Once landed, transportation to Rab can be arranged.
USEFUL INFORMATION
The Tourist Office is located in the center of Rab, in the square overlooking the port near the Astoria restaurant. Here the link.
Pharmacies near Casa Leda:
The hospital is located in Rab; 50 meters from Casa Leda you will find a first aid clinic.