Croatia's remote Premužićeva trail and free Galevac island attract tourists

The Premužićeva trail, a 60‑kilometre hiking route in northern Velebit National Park, was laid out between 1930 and 1933 by forester and mountaineer Ante Premužić. Built by hand from local stone, the path weaves through rugged karst terrain, sharp limestone formations called škrapy, and forested ridges, offering gradual ascents and striking scenery that differs from Croatia’s coastal beaches.

Off the Dalmatian coast near Zadar lies the tiny island of Galevac, measuring roughly 300 metres by 200 metres and home to only three permanent residents. Visitors can reach the island for free by swimming or taking a short boat ride from the nearby settlement of Preko. The island features a modest monastery, a chapel and a quiet beach, making it a secluded spot for swimming, picnicking and contemplation.

Both sites illustrate lesser‑known natural attractions in Croatia that draw visitors seeking quiet outdoor experiences beyond the country’s famous historic towns and seaside resorts.