5 Year-Round Campsites in Croatia
The Croatian coast enjoys milder winter temperatures, while the inland has a more continental climate. Both regions are equally alluring for an off-season trip but are they fit for a winter vacation? Have no doubt the Mediterranean is beautiful even during winter! Plan your camping adventure with these eight superb campsites that are open all year in Croatia !
Istria terra magica during wintertime
Istria's coastline, much like the rest of the Croatian coast, enjoys mild winter temperatures. If you want to visit during colder months, you can still enjoy some of the campsites open year-round. From September to January, you can enjoy the season of the famed white truffle, and during autumn, there are many delicious food fairs - prosciutto, wine, and olive oil fests.
From pleasant city strolls or beach walks to demanding hiking trails and cycling adventures, Istria has a lot to offer off-season.
Arena Stoja Campsite
Arena Stoja Campsite is the only campsite in Pula, situated on the Stoja peninsula among a natural oasis of peace and tranquillity, well away from the daily bustle of busy everyday life. Only 3 km away from the city centre, the location of the campsite provides a great experience where pure nature and urban lifestyle intertwine.
Campsite offers pitches, glamping tents, and new Deluxe Camping Villas tailored to satisfy all the modern camping guest needs.
Plitvice Lakes National Park - Lika region
Although most of the visitors tend to visit Plitvice Lakes, a stunning spectacle of emerald green cascades and waterfalls in the Lika region, during spring and summer, the off-season has so much to offer. The vivid Autumn colors delight, and the winter snow fairytale is one of a kind.
Camping Plitvice Holiday Resort
Camping Plitvice Holiday Resort has a fantastic accommodation offer of mobile homes, treehouses, and lake houses if you travel without the camper. The resort is an excellent choice for winter camping in Croatia because it is near the mountain region.
The island of Krk
Camping Omišalj
Best known for its healing mud beaches, hiking trails, and impressive island cultural heritage, Krk island offers one of the campsites in Croatia open all year. Camping Omišalj in the beautiful Pušća bay is close to the city of Omišalj. You can choose between camping pitches for rent or modern mobile homes and enjoy the mild winter temperatures.
Valamar Camping Ježevac
With its idyllic seafront setting a stroll away from the historic town of Krk, Valamar Camping Ježevac is an ideal place for a memorable island getaway. Featuring an attractive central piazza, bars, restaurants and family and adult beaches, it offers something for everyone, including families, friends and couples. Enjoy pretty pebble beaches, pools with water slides and activities for all ages, including the Maro Club for kids, and sports grounds and fitness programmes for adults. In the evening, savour delicious food and enjoy the entertainment on the terrace of beachside Oliva Grill. Choose from an array of spacious pitches and well-equipped camping homes or stay at Lungomare Village with its luxury camping homes and romantic chalets.
Why Krk during winter? The lesser crowds make it easier to explore all secrets of the island and engage in an active vacation. You can choose between many hiking trails, including the famed Camino Krk, a 150 km long hiking route that will reveal spectacular views, natural sceneries, and the island's rich cultural heritage.
Zadar region in the winter
Southern coastal parts of Croatia, Zadar, abound with visitors in early spring, summer, and the beginning of autumn. The perk of staying in these parts of Croatia is the milder climate that makes even the winters bearable. Those extra brave will take a swim even in mid-December or January, as a lot of locals do. Another beautiful reason to visit is the nearby mountain region and several national parks that are astounding year-round.
Falkensteiner Premium Camping Resort
Falkensteiner Premium Camping Zadar offers many types of vacation year-round. You can choose between caravan and tent pitches for rent, mobile homes, and a selection of glamping units. As an oasis surrounded by dense greenery and the sea, it is a real treat for anyone who visits year-round. Furthermore, the historical city of Zadar is just 2.5 kilometers away, ready for pleasant off-season strolls and exploration !
Christmas Markets in Croatia - an experience not to mis
If you happen to visit Croatia on a camping trip between late November and the beginning of January, be sure to attend many Christmas markets that will be active. The best-known Zagreb Christmas market will open at the end of November with a rich entertainment and food offer. There are also smaller, more local Christmas markets in all previously mentioned camping regions. Many of these Christmas markets will have a rich offer of local artisanal products and delicacies, as well as a variety of traditional Croatian festive food that will satisfy even the most demanding taste buds.
Visitin Croatia in winter
Spectacular shows of nature, lesser crowds, rich gastronomic offer, and events that present the local spirit of Croatia's many hardworking producers is what awaits you during winter in Croatia. When you include many alluring Christmas markets and traditional festive food, it is too good of an opportunity to pass on.
If you need help deciding how to camp during winter in Croatia, reach out to us at info@topcamping.hr or check our other available campsites at Top Camping Croatia.
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