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Krk Bridge
Twin reinforced-concrete arches leap from the mainland to Krk island; on opening in 1980 the 390 m main span was the longest concrete arch in the world, a dramatic gateway to the Kvarner islands.
16 km · about 30 min drive
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Drenova
Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Croatia · Europe
About Drenova
Drenova is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Čavle, 19km from Risnjak National Park.
Drenova is in Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Croatia, with about 7,600 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Čavle, about 4 km away.
Drenova is a neighbourhood and a local board of the city of Rijeka, Croatia perched on a plateau above the city. Historically there were two parts: Gornja (Upper) Drenova and Donja (Lower) Drenova, nowadays united in one. Drenova has the largest cemetery and park area of the city. The motto of the local board isRead more
"Drenova - green lung of the city".
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Drenova?
Within an hour or so of Drenova: Krk Bridge (16 km), Učka Tunnel (18 km), Risnjak National Park (19 km), Motovun (47 km).
Are there any good drives near Drenova?
The nearest famous roads are Solčava Panoramic Road, Ljubelj Pass (Loibl Pass) and Vršič Pass.
Where is Drenova?
Drenova is in Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Croatia, about 4 km from Čavle.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 7,638
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Croatia
- Region
- Primorje-Gorski Kotar
- Timezone
- Europe/Zagreb
- Coordinates
- 45.3500, 14.4303
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Croatia
HAK roadside assistance: 1987.
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Worth the detour from Drenova
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
tunnel
Učka Tunnel
A 5 km motorway tunnel bored beneath Mount Učka in 1981, linking inland Istria with the Opatija Riviera and sparing drivers the old switchback climb over Poklon Pass.
18 km · about 20 min drive
national park
Risnjak National Park
Dense beech-fir forests and the Kupa river spring crown the Gorski Kotar highlands above Rijeka.
19 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Motovun
A captivating hilltop medieval town in Istria surrounded by truffle-rich forests and vineyards, known for its annual film festival.
47 km · about 55 min drive
natural wonder
Škocjan Caves
A UNESCO-listed cave system featuring one of the largest underground river canyons in the world at 146 meters deep.
48 km · about 55 min drive
natural wonder
Postojna Cave
A 24-kilometer karst cave system explored by underground railway, home to the rare cave-dwelling olm salamander.
51 km · about 60 min drive
photogenic
Lubenice
A 4,000-year-old fortified hamlet perched 378 m directly above the sea on Cres island, its stone lanes ending at a cliff-edge view over Sv. Ivan cove. Summer evenings bring open-air concerts on the tiny square.
52 km · about 60 min drive
landmark
Lipica Stud Farm
The 16th-century birthplace of the elegant white Lipizzaner horses on the windswept Karst plateau.
55 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Drenova
6 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 16 kmKrk BridgeTwin reinforced-concrete arches leap from the mainland to Krk island; on opening in 1980 the 390 m main span was the longest concrete arch in the world, a dramatic gateway to the Kvarner islands.
- 18 kmUčka TunnelA 5 km motorway tunnel bored beneath Mount Učka in 1981, linking inland Istria with the Opatija Riviera and sparing drivers the old switchback climb over Poklon Pass.
Driving in Croatia
- Drives on
- the right
- Petrol
- ~€1.52/litre
- Motorway tolls
- ~€8.00/100km
When to drive here
April to October
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