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I G H T H O U S E
Destination: Veli Rat (Dugi otok)
The lighthouse was built in 1849 on the southwestern cape of the
island of Dugi otok, 35 km west of the city of Zadar.
A C C O M M O D A T I O N
The lighthouse, surrounded by pine trees, beautiful bays and pebble
beaches, is considered one of the most beautiful on the Adriatic.
Veli Rat offers an unforgettable experience - a splendid view from
the 40 m high lighthouse tower.
B E A C H
There are two wonderful pebble beaches suitable for small children
in the vicinity of the lighthouse. If you go for a walk, you will
pass by several charming bays.
T R A N S F E R
The island of Dugi otok is connected to the mainland by ferry line
Zadar - Brbinj (20 NM, the ferry trip takes an hour and 15 min).
The lighthouse is some 20 km form Brbinj and can be reached by car
by taking the asphalt road. Please check the ferry line schedule
( www.jadrolinija.hr
) since it changes depending on the season. We recommend you arrive
in the port of Zadar on time in order to be certain that you will
embark a ferry in high season.
Note:
We kindly ask you to arrive after noon since
previous guests must leave the apartment by 10 and apartments
must be cleaned and prepared for your arrival.
F & B
There is an open market, as well as many grocery stores in the vicinity
of the port of Zadar. Please keep in mind that prices on Dugi otok
are much higher than in Zadar, while it might be difficult to purchase
some provisions during high season, such as fresh meat. We advise
you to purchase provisions in Bozava or in the place of Sali on
the other side of the island, where there is a much better selection.
Fish can be bought from the lighthouse keeper if arranged in advance,
while you can also arrange preparation of fish specialties with
the lighthouse keeper and his wife.
T H E_ S T O
R Y
The thick lighthouse walls, that according to legend contain thousands
of egg-whites to make them more resistant to wind and sea, protect
you from the blazing sun in the summer months. There is an old church
under a century-old pine tree in the large paved yard.
During your stay in Veli Rat, you can visit Kornati
National Park and Telascica Nature Park nearby. The starting point
for trips to Kornati is the place of Sali on the other side of Dugi
otok. The lighthouse has always had a lighthouse keeper and there
has always been a waiting list, since many lighthouse keepers have
been dreaming of spending at least some time in this unique lighthouse.
At the moment, the lighthouse keeper Zvone, his wife and daughter
Ivana live in the lighthouse. If you decide to spend your holiday
in Veli Rat, their hospitality awaits you.
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