Active tourism
Island Ugljan – island for an active vacation!
The island Ugljan is one of the most picturesque islands in the Zadar archipelago, by boat only 15 minutes away from the centre of Zadar or by ferry from the port Gaženica.
The coastline of the island is 74 km long. This ever-green island, covered with olive groves, with idyllic bays and picturesque small fishing ports, for generations has been tied to the sea, seafaring and fishing, and more than 2000 years of olive cultivation have left thousands of olive trees yielding oil of exceptional quality and aroma. Along the eastern side of the island there are fishing and tourist settlements in natural bays, the most famous of which are Preko, Ugljan, Kali and Kukljica. The other side of the island is mostly steep and uninhabited. Due to the accompanying bays, islands and rich undersea, it is a real challenge for divers and sport fishermen. The undulating plateau in the central part of the island is streaked with tens of kilometres of hiking and biking trails, and the colours, scents and panorama are an unforgettable picture for every passer-by. Most of the inhabitants of the island (around 7500) are mainly engaged in olive cultivation, fishing and, of course, tourism. The mild Mediterranean climate, the azure sea, the rocky and sandy beaches, the numerous nearby islands and islets and the memories of past times make the fertile island Ugljan increasingly desirable for fans of the sea and the islands.
In addition to being ideal for swimming, sunbathing and gastronomic delights, the island Ugljan also offers many opportunities for an active holiday:
Hiking
If you love long walks in the nature with beautiful scenery, then the island Ugljan is the right destination for you! An easy stroll along the coast or on the nearby hills, with mapped hiking trails leading to peaks and beautiful bays, along centennial olive groves. Also very attractive is the Fortress of St. Michael built in the 6th century and rebuilt in the 13th century as a Venetian fort. A three kilometres long paved road suitable for cyclists, pedestrians and cars leads to the fortress. It is special by its view extending over the more than 200 islands of the Zadar archipelago and the National Park Kornati, Zadar, Velebit and Ravni kotari.
The town of Ugljan is the only predominantly lowland place on the island of Ugljan and is therefore very suitable for hiking and walking for all age groups. Several small hills surround the place so there is a beautiful view of Ugljan and surrounding islands from there.
Walking through Ugljan discover the trails and promenades along the coast, through the olive groves, woods of holm oak, Aleppo pine, along old stone walls to natural watering holes, hidden and secluded bays. Along the way enjoy the scents of Mediterranean plants, lavender, immortelle, rosemary, broom flower, myrtle ... The paths will lead you to various cultural sites such as churches, monasteries, castles and archaeological sites. On your way, you can also relax at several rest stops and viewpoints.
Rest area Black Tear (Ćinta – Čeprljanda)
The Black Tear rest area is located next to a natural pit where rainwater is collected, which the inhabitants of Čeprljanda used in the past to water their gardens, olive groves and vineyards and to water their livestock. The pit was named Black Tear because of the specific black color created by the action of holm oak leaves.
Lookout Liburni (Čelinjak – Muline)
The first known people living in Ugljan were the Illyrian tribe Liburni. In the 4th century BC, they built a settlement on the hill Čelinjak in the hamlet of Muline and fortified it. The rampart with the size of 87x25x50 meters was built of uneven and untreated stones, in dry-stone technique. They retreated to this fortified area in case of danger from the enemy. They lived in small, square-shaped houses measuring 4x4 meters and 3x4 meters, built in drywall technique. The rampart and several square-shaped Liburnian houses were preserved until today.
Rest area Ancient Oil Mill (Ribarska obala – Muline)
The island of Ugljan has a two thousand year old tradition of olive growing and olive oil production. As proof of this, in the hamlet of Muline, there are the remains of an agricultural farm from the 1st century AD. It is the oldest site from Roman times on the island of Ugljan. On the aforementioned farm there was one of the strongest oil mills in the Mediterranean and a port from which the oil was transported to all parts of the Roman Empire. A life-size replica was made right next to the remains of the oil mill. There are about 700,000 olive trees on the island of Ugljan, some of which date back to the very beginnings of olive growing.
Climbing
The rock-cliff Željina is positioned southwest from the Fortress of St. Michael and there are more than 30 climbing routes set up on the same. It is open all year round, and autumn, winter and spring are perfect seasons for climbing on Željina due to the mild temperatures and only a few rainy days.
Biking
The island Ugljan is ideal for cycling on macadam roads and paved roads for a family excursion, or on attractive mountain trails for those looking for adventure. On the two islands, Ugljan and Pašman, connected with a bridge, there are more than 100 kilometres of cycling trails.
If you want to explore the area of Ugljan, and the whole island of Ugljan and its natural beauty, we suggest you do it by bike. With a two-wheeled vehicle you can visit all 9 hamlets, beautiful beaches, sacred heritage, remnants of the past, taverns, restaurants and bars.
As part of the ADVENTURE ISLAND project, olive and bicycle paths were arranged and marked, as well as rest areas and lookouts in the most attractive areas in the hinterland of the island. It begins in the hamlet of Muline on the remains of an ancient mill and extends to the town of Preko and the fortress of St. Michael. Of all 12 rest areas and lookouts, three are located in the area of Ugljan:
Rest area Black Tear (Ćinta – Čeprljanda)
The Black Tear rest area is located next to a natural pit where rainwater is collected, which the inhabitants of Čeprljanda used in the past to water their gardens, olive groves and vineyards and to water their livestock. The pit was named Black Tear because of the specific black color created by the action of holm oak leaves.
Lookout Liburni (Čelinjak – Muline)
The first known people living in Ugljan were the Illyrian tribe Liburni. In the 4th century BC, they built a settlement on the hill Čelinjak in the hamlet of Muline and fortified it. The rampart with the size of 87x25x50 meters was built of uneven and untreated stones, in dry-stone technique. They retreated to this fortified area in case of danger from the enemy. They lived in small, square-shaped houses measuring 4x4 meters and 3x4 meters, built in drywall technique. The rampart and several square-shaped Liburnian houses were preserved until today.
Rest area Ancient Oil Mill (Ribarska obala – Muline)
The island of Ugljan has a two thousand year old tradition of olive growing and olive oil production. As proof of this, in the hamlet of Muline, there are the remains of an agricultural farm from the 1st century AD. It is the oldest site from Roman times on the island of Ugljan. On the aforementioned farm there was one of the strongest oil mills in the Mediterranean and a port from which the oil was transported to all parts of the Roman Empire. A life-size replica was made right next to the remains of the oil mill. There are about 700,000 olive trees on the island of Ugljan, some of which date back to the very beginnings of olive growing.
Hunting tourism
The Ugljan hunting ground is rich in mouflon, wild boar, snipe, wild rabbit and pheasant. Hunters have at their disposal closed and open hunting observatory, ambushes in the natural environment, arranged automatic feeders with video surveillance and arranged and maintained drinking troughs.
Auro lov d.o.o.
Adress: Fortoška 4A, 23275 Ugljan
Phone: +385 98 273 805
Web: www.autohunt.com
E-mail: info@aurohunt.com
Contact: Željko Martinović
We also offer accommodation in a hunting lodge, a professional hunting guide, organization of transport in the hunting ground by off-road vehicles (SUV, quad) as well as the entire logistics that includes food and drink, as well as other specific requirements.
Adventure island
This is a project within which hiking and cycling trails were set up and mapped, rest areas and lookouts were built in the most attractive areas in the hinterland of the island. The project is also accompanied by a new cycling map and a mobile app. Now there are more than 100 kilometres of cycling and hiking paths on the island with different themes and two trail paths, used by many participants in organized trail races.
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