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Å TA DANAS? Event calendar for Rijeka and surroundings www.STADAnas.info
RIJEKA CARNIVAL QUEEN PAGEANT / 18 January
CONTENTS
MUSEUMS
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EXHIBITIONS
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THEATRES
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OTHER
5
CLUB SCENE
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CITY GUIDE
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DISCLAMER: The programs in this calendar are subject to change and organizers of the program are fully responsible for any last minute changes.
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17 January
RIJEKA - The most enchanting Advent on Gradina yet will leave you breathless and in order to create the perfect atmosphere, there are unique nativity scenes, an imposing orb at the entrance and the largest crown in Europe.
KASTAV - St. Anthony’s horn marks the beginning of the Pust va Kastve 2019 (carnival in Kastav) event with a merry parade of carnival groups from Kastav and their guests, as well as the ceremony of handing over the key to the town to the Carnival Mayor.
Advent on Gradina
St. Anthony’s horn
until 7 January
18 January
RIJEKA - This year’s Advent days in Rijeka are filled with a festive atmosphere and the residents of Rijeka and their guests are clearly thrilled with the new and impressive decorations.
RIJEKA - The ”Dvorana mladosti” Sports Hall will traditionally host the Rijeka Carnival Queen Pageant.
Rijeka Advent 2018
until 7 January
Ri Gastro Advent at Riječka Rezolucija Square
Rijeka Carnival Queen Pageant
from 19 January Kastav Carnival Centre – Masquerade ball
RIJEKA: RIJEKA CARNIVAL »» 17 January - 6 March After the holiday festivities, it’s time for the fifth season. The craziest time of the year in Rijeka and its surroundings traditionally begins on 17 January, the Feast Day of St. Anthony, and lasts until Ash Wednesday on 6 March when Pust will be sacrificed for everything bad that has happened in the past year. The holiday decorations will be replaced with ribbons and flags as the carnival madness commences. The first step of this unforgettable journey is the Rijeka Carnival Queen Pageant and the handover of the key to the city to the carnival-goers. Once again this year, there will fun and dancing galore, as well as countless festivities and new masks during the carnival period.
RIJEKA - You will find an array of regional flavours and ideas for midmorning snacks at the Ri Gastro Advent at Riječka Rezolucija Square.
KASTAV - This year, Kastav will once again become the centre of costumed fun and for six Saturdays between 19 January and 23 February, from 9 pm to 4 am, it will host the best masquerade balls in the region.
until 10 January
19 January
RIJEKA - The Rijeka tunnel will be no less entertaining, with trade fair sales, presentations of family farms and winemakers, food and beverages, and workshops for the youngest visitors.
VIŠKOVO - The Halubje Carnival traditionally takes place on the first Saturday following the Feast Day of St. Anthony and for its 20 th anniversary, it will be held at night.
from 12 January
27 January
We’ll get to participate in the Paris - Bakar Costumed Car Rally, snowboard in downtown Rijeka and have fun in costumes far into the night. Kids will showcase their costumes on 16 February, while the grand finale - the International Carnival Parade is scheduled two weeks later on 3 March.
KOSTRENA - The Masquerade ball will take place on 12, 19 and 26 January. The band Venus from Kraljevica will provide musical entertainment.
KOSTRENA - The children’s masquerade ball on Sunday will delight the little carnival-goers, while entertainment will be provided by the band Venus from Kraljevica and the children’s entertainer.
Stock up on goodwill and positive energy and come to the Rijeka Carnival where you will only have to do one thing - be whatever you want to be!
Advent in the tunnels
Masquerade ball
until 13 January
Ice skating rinks and Santa Claus’ choo-choo RIJEKA - One-of-a-kind ice skating rink by the sea- the Sea Snowflake, enchanting ice skating rink by Trsat Castle and Santa Claus’ choo-choo train are still with us in January.
20th Halubje Carnival
Children’s masquerade ball
MUSEUMS Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
Krešimirova 26c Tuesday - Sunday 11 am - 8 pm / closed on Mondays and holidays adults 10.00 HRK / pupils, university students, pensioners 5.00 HRK RISK CHANGE: ESCAPE group exhibition on the topic of excess/migration »» until 25 January
Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral Rijeka
Muzejski trg 1 Monday 9 am - 4 pm / TuesdaySaturday 9 am - 8 pm / Sunday 4 pm - 8 pm / closed on public and bank holidays / adults 20.00 HRK / children 15.00 HRK / guided tour of the museum 50.00 HRK (in Croatian), 70.00 HRK (in English and Italian) MEMORIAL CHURCH OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN JAVORCA – THE BASILICA OF PEACE guest exhibition by the Tolmin
Museum »» until 5 February PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS: • THROUGH THE WINDOW OF THE GOVERNOR’S PALACE • ANCIENT WEAPONS • SAILS OF KVARNER • TRACES OF TIME • LAPIDARIUM RIGOJANČI - LOVE AS A SWEET INSPIRATION exhibition »» until 4 February
City Museum of Rijeka
Muzejski trg 1/1 Monday - Saturday 10 am - 8 pm / Sunday 10 am - 3 pm / adults 15.00 HRK / children, pupils, university students and pensioners 10.00 HRK / guided tours: organized guided tours of exhibitions with prior announcement at: (051) 351-092, fax: 336-521 ONCE UPON A TIME BEFORE IKEA permanent museum exhibition »» January
STROLL exhibition by Mauro Stipanov »» until 28 February
Rijeka Natural History Museum
Lorenzov prolaz 1 Monday - Sunday 9 am - 8 pm, closed on holidays / adults 10.00 kn / children, students, pensioners 5.00 HRK / family 5.00 HRK per person / guided group tours with prior announcement 30.00 HRK, workshops 50.00 HRK LITTLE MUSEUM LOVERS educational workshop, for children between the ages of 3 and 6 »» 19 and 26 January, 9:30 am - 10:30 am BE A MAD SCIENTIST educational workshop, for children between the ages of 7 and 10 »» 19 and 26 January, 10:30 am - 12:30 am WINTER IN MY MUSEUM natural history workshops, for
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EXHIBITIONS children between the ages of 8 and 10 »» 7 and 11 January
Railway Depot
Mali salon
THOSE ENDEARING WORMLIKE MONSTERS FROM THE SEABED underwater photo exhibition by Marinko Babić »» January, Museum and Rijeka fish market
TORPEDO OF RIJEKA - FIRST IN THE WORLD exhibition (City Museum of Rijeka) »» the exhibition is temporarily closed while it is displayed at the Nikola Tesla Technical Museum in Zagreb from 4 December to 7 February 2019
COLOURFUL DARKNESS retrospective exhibition by Davora Dundara »» until 11 January
PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS: • GEOLOGICAL HISTORY OF THE ADRIATIC • GEOLOGY OF THE RIJEKA REGION • AQUARIUM - MULTIMEDIA CENTRE • INSECTS, AMPHIBIANS AND REPTILES, BIRDS AND MAMMALS OF THE RIJEKA REGION • THE BLUE - DIVERSITY OF LIFE ON THE KVARNER SEABED • LITTORAL BOTANICAL GARDEN
Juraj Klović Gallery
GROW UP WITH THE MUSEUM! educational birthday parties for children between the ages of 5 and 15 »» January
SOLO EXHIBITION BY IGOR GRŽETIĆ »» 11-25 January
Kastav: Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral Rijeka, Museum Collection of the Kastav Region
Ivana iz Kastva 1 / Tuesday and Thursday 10am-noon / Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 5 pm-9 pm / 10.00 HRK / children 5.00 HRK / groups (more than 15 persons) 5.00 HRK MEMORIALS exhibition »» ongoing
Žabica 4
Verdijeva 19b / Monday - Friday 10 am - 1 pm and 5 pm - 8 pm / Saturday 10 am - 1 pm 72ND ANNUAL EXHIBITION BY THE MEMBERS OF THE CROATIAN ASSOCIATION OF ARTISTS OF RIJEKA exhibition »» until 8 January
Stossmayerova 1 / Monday - Friday 10 am - 1 pm and 5 pm - 8 pm / Saturday 10 am - 1 pm PERSONAE GRATE photo exhibition by Vesna Zednik »» until 15 January
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RIJEKA: GAMES AND POLITICS
RHIZOME solo exhibition by Renata Petani »» 21 January - 15 February
Rijeka Fish Market THOSE ENDEARING WORMLIKE MONSTERS FROM THE SEABED exhibition »» until May Korzo 28/1 Monday - Friday 5 pm - 8 pm
Event calendar for Rijeka and surroundings
RIJEKA: PERSONAE GRATE
Kortil Gallery
Filodrammatica Gallery
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Korzo 24
RIJEKA: EVACUATION PLAN
GAMES AND POLITICS international exhibition »» 17 January - 1 February EVACUATION PLAN ambisonic installation by the Croatian audio-video artist Toni Meštrović »» 17-20 January
RIJEKA: COLOURFUL DARKNESS January 2019 / 3
THEATRES Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. Zajc
Kalvarija Culture and Arts Centre – Ri Theatre
ROMEO AND JULIET opera »» 12 January, premiere, at 6 pm »» 24 January, at 7 pm »» 25 January, at 7 pm »» 26 January, at 6 pm »» 29 January, at 7:30 pm
35TH ANNUAL ENROLMENT IN RI THEATRE’S ACTING SCHOOL »» 13, 20 and 27 January, at 4 pm
Verdijeva 5a
CROATIAN DRAMA FESTIVAL: THE BEST MISANTHROPE »» 14 January, at 7:30 pm WOYZECK »» 16 January, at 7:30 pm DRAMA MERRY-GO-ROUND »» 17 January, at 7:30 pm MICHELANGELO »» 19 and 20 January, at 7:30 pm ACOUSTIC PROJECT chamber concert »» 23 January, at 7:30 pm DARK MOTHER EARTH »» 28 January, at 7:30 pm
Kalvarija 8
HOW BAD CAN IT BE? graduation play by the 34th generation of Ri Theatre’s Acting School »» 19 and 20 January, at 8 pm REBECCA premiere by Ri Theatre’s Youth Ensemble »» 24 January, at 8 pm REALITY premiere by the older group of the Čudesni Oblačak Children’s Drama Ensemble »» 25 January, at 7 pm NIGHT WATCH hit comedy by Ri Theatre »» 26 and 27 January, at 8 pm PORN STAR the 1st Croatian pornographic comedy »» 31 January, at 8 pm
Rijeka City Puppet Theatre Blaža Polića 6
HEDGEHOG’S HOME for the public: »» 10 and 11 January, at 6 pm »» 12 January, at 11 am and 6 pm for preschoolers: »» 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 January, at 9:30 am THREE LITTLE PIGS for the public: »» 17 and 18 January, at 6 pm »» 19 January, at 11 am and 6 pm for preschoolers: »» 15, 16, 17 and 18 January, at 9:30 am KOKA KOKONE for the public: »» 24 and 25 January, at 6 pm »» 26 January, at 11 am and 6 pm for preschoolers: »» 22, 23, 24 and 25 January, at 9:30 am THE LITTLE PRINCE »» 29 January, premiere, at 6 pm »» 30 January, at 9:30 am and 6 pm THE LOST STORY: HANSEL AND GRETEL »» 31 January, at 6 pm
ESPEN, STRAUSS, MENDELSSOHN concert »» 31 January, at 7:30 pm
Croatian House of Culture in Sušak Strossmayerova 1
REGOČ »» 30 January, at 7 pm »» 31 January, at noon
Exportdrvo
Delta 5 (ex Molekula) LOLLIPOP »» 10, 11 and 12 January, at 7:30 pm DOWN, BY LAW monodrama »» 17 and 18 January, at 7:30 pm COUCHSURFING »» 25 and 26 January, at 7:30 pm
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OTHER Art-Kino Croatia Krešimirova 2
SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDERVERSE animated »» 3 January, at 6 pm WHAT A COUNTRY comedy »» 3 January, at 8 pm MARY POPPINS RETURNS family musical »» 4 January, at 6 pm WHAT A COUNTRY comedy »» 4 January, at 8 pm SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDERVERSE, animated »» 5 January, at 6 pm WHAT A COUNTRY comedy »» 5 January, at 8 pm MY FILM STORY: WHAT A COUNTRY »» 10 January, at 6 pm MOVIE PREMIERE: ALL ALONE drama »» 16 January, at 8 pm HISTORY FILM FESTIVAL REVUE: THE BROTHERS KARAMAZOV »» 26 January, at 5 pm RUMBLE »» 26 January, at 6:30 pm LEAGUE OF EXOTIQUE DANCERS »» 26 January, at 8:30 pm CHE GUEVARA, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MYTH »» 27 January, at 5 pm OPERATION WEDDING »» 27 January, at 6 pm THE TOUCH OF AN ANGEL »» 27 January, at 7:15 pm LEGACY »» 27 January, at 8:30 pm // CINEMA CLASSROOM: ROUNDTABLE ON THE TOPIC OF “A SUPPORTING VIEW OF RESISTANCE“ discussion and announcement of the upcoming programme »» 31 January, at 7 pm
RIJEKA: RIJEKA CARNIVAL QUEEN PAGEANT »» 18 January The ”Dvorana mladosti” Sports Hall will traditionally host the Rijeka Carnival Queen Pageant. This costumed spectacle is scheduled for 18 January, when the bravest participants and their carnival groups will go toe-to-toe to claim the crown of the most charming contestant and become the future face of the Rijeka Carnival at all public presentations. In order to win the “Golden Cloak”, the future Queen will have to prove that she is qualified and familiar with carnival tradition, as well as charm the large audience with her dancing and musical skills. The Rijeka Carnival will receive its 24th representative, who, along with the Master of the Carnival, will spend the entire year visiting carnival events in Rijeka and its surroundings, the rest of Croatia and abroad to spread the positive spirit of the Rijeka Carnival as representatives of a year-long tradition. The Carnival Queen Pageant will end with the Mayor of Rijeka handing over the power and the key to the city to the Master of the Carnival and the carnival-goers, thus officially marking the beginning of the costumed chaos.
”Dvorana Mladosti” Sports Hall Trg Viktora Bubnja 1
24TH RIJEKA CARNIVAL QUEEN PAGEANT AND THE HANDOVER OF THE KEY TO THE CITY »» 18 January, at 8 pm
Rijeka Astronomical Centre Sv. Križ 33 / planetarium - 20.00 HRK adults, 10.00 HRK children, students and pensioners / observatory - 10.00 HRK
PLANETARIUM OUR STAR THE SUN, show »» Tuesdays, at 6 pm A VIEW OF THE PLANETS, film »» Wednesday, at 6 pm
SMALL SOLAR SYSTEM BODIES show »» Thursdays, at 7 pm GUIDE TO THE NIGHT SKY – WINTER show »» Fridays, at 7 pm TWO SMALL PIECES OF GLASS film »» Fridays, at 8:30 pm SAFARI THROUGH THE SOLAR SYSTEM show »» Saturdays, at 11 am SIGHT: THE STORY OF VISION film »» Saturdays, at 7 pm
January 2019 / 5
OTHER OBSERVATORY Saturdays at 8:30 pm (subject to weather conditions, prior announcement required) SPECIAL PROGRAMME: HOLIDAYS AT THE ASTRONOMICAL CENTRE RIJEKA: SPACE: IT’S UP TO YOU TO FIND IT show »» until 11 January, Tuesday - Friday at 5 pm A 10-MINUTE LIVE SHOW »» as part of the regular Thursday programme to commemorate the solar and lunar eclipse
THE GREATEST SPACE TRAVEL DISASTERS »» 31 January, at 8:30 pm In case of a clear sky, the lecture will be followed by an observation of various astronomical objects via telescope and in case of adverse weather, visitors can take a closer look at the telescope and see previously taken astronomical images.
Tower Centre Rijeka Janka Polića Kamova 81
WINTER AT THE TOWER promotional tourism event »» until 31 January
Centre for Creative Writing Pomerio 14
Academic Astronomical Society
DEEP COMMA creative thinking and criticism workshop »» Thursdays, from 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm
THE LATEST EXPLORATIONS OF MARS »» 3 January, at 8:30 pm
WEEKEND SHORT FILM SCREENPLAY WORKSHOP »» Friday, 6 pm - 9 pm »» Saturday, 11 am - 1:30 pm / lunch break / 2:30 pm - 5 pm »» Sunday, 10 am - 2 pm
Astronomski centar Rijeka, Sveti križ 33
ASTEROIDS - A THREAT TO EARTH »» 10 January, at 8:30 pm PLANET JUPITER »» 17 January, at 8:30 pm JOURNEY TO SPACE »» 24 January, at 8:30 pm
HOW TO BEGIN? WEEKEND WORKSHOP »» Saturday, 9 am - 1:30 pm / lunch break / 2 pm - 6 pm »» Saturday, 10 am - 12:30 pm / lunch break / 1:30 pm - 4 pm
RiHub
Ivana Grohovca 1a WHERE ARE THE LITTLE SOCKS? »» 7, 8 and 9 January, at 5 pm
Advent in the Tunnels TRADE FAIR SALES, PRESENTATIONS OF FAMILY FARMS AND WINEMAKERS, THE CULINARY OFFERING OF THE CLUB TUNEL, CHILDREN’S AMUSEMENT PARK »» until 10 January, 10 am - 10 pm CHERRY WINE - TRIBUTE TO AMY WINEHOUSE »» 5 January, at 10 pm ICE AGE WORKSHOP »» 8 January, at noon
Advent on Gradina Trsat Castle
SPLASH TRIO concert »» 4 January, at 8 pm ICE SKATING RINK »» until 13 January, Mon - Thu 1 pm - 10 pm / Fri 1 pm - 11 pm / Sat, Sun and holidays 10 am - 11 pm
Advent at Riječka Rezolucija Square LOS KOLEGOS BAND, concert »» 3 January, at 8 pm
RIJEKA ADVENT 2018
RIJEKA: RI GASTRO ADVENT
This year’s Advent days in Rijeka are filled with a festive atmosphere and the residents of Rijeka and their guests are clearly thrilled with the new and impressive decorations comprising kilometres of lights and thousands of light ornaments that have restored the splendour in the heart of Kvarner. This winter, the Rijeka Advent has glowed brighter than ever before and has been enhanced with new locations and programmes, much to the delight of the visitors, whose number is expected to exceed last year’s total of 100,000. In addition to the abundant decorations at Korzo announcing 2020 when Rijeka will become the European Capital of Culture, visitors can also expect the Ri Gastro Advent in Riječka Rezolucija Square in January. After treating yourself to the offering at one of the numerous gastro stands, we recommend taking a walk through one of the new local attractions - the Rijeka Tunnel that passes through the city centre. There is also the Sea Snowflake ice skating rink by the sea at the Riva, which will be open until 13 January. And speaking of fairytales and views, there is a true fairytale view extending from the entire Kvarner, and according to some even from space, to Gradina, which is decorated with 16 kilometres of Christmas lights. Decorated with 100,000 lights, Gradina shines over Rijeka like a huge diamond-encrusted crown. All the details and the programme schedule of the Rijeka Advent event are available at www.RijekaAdvent.com
»» until 7 January
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You will find an array of regional flavours and ideas for midmorning snacks at the Ri Gastro Advent at Riječka Rezolucija Square. Look for delicious bites of seasonal dishes, such as stuffed cabbage rolls in flat unleavened bread, venison burgers, “Rijeka fish cones” (škartoc), cheese cones, Cubana sandwiches, Germknodel and various other sweet treats. While the Slavonian shepherd’s stew (čobanac) tempts you from one stand, the aroma of Primorje manestra, beer burger buns or goulash in flat unleavened bread will tease you from the other. All the gastro booths at Ri Gastro Advent also serve magical holiday beverages.
OTHER Korzo SANTA CLAUS’ CHOO-CHOO TRAIN »» until 13 January / 10 am - 1 pm and 4 pm - 7 pm / 1 January - no rides
RIJEKA: ADVENT IN THE TUNNELS
Karolina Riječka Pier
»» until 10 January
SEA SNOWFLAKE ICE SKATING RINK »» until 13 January
Trsat-Rijeka-Opatija ADVENT RIJEKA -TRSAT-RIJEKAOPATIJA BUS LINE »» until 7 January
The Rijeka tunnel will be no less entertaining, with trade fair sales, presentations of family farms and winemakers, food and beverages, and workshops for the youngest visitors. Excellent entertainment is guaranteed on 5 January with Cherry Wine - a Tribute to Amy Winehouse at 10 pm. The educational workshop, whose goal is to discover, explore and find out the answers to the questions What are ice ages? How did they come about? and other interesting questions, is scheduled for 8 January at noon. The participants will make a family cave painting during the practical part of the workshop. We’re waiting for you in the Rijeka underground!
RIJEKA: ICE SKATING RINKS AND SANTA CLAUS’ CHOOCHOO TRAIN ARE STILL WITH US IN JANUARY
RIJEKA: ADVENT ON GRADINA
»» January
»» until 6 January
It should also be noted that this year, the Sea Snowflake, a one-of-a-kind ice skating rink by the sea, will be open until 13 January. It will be open to the public from 4 pm to 10 pm on weekdays and from 10 am to 10 pm on weekends. The weekday mornings from 8 am to 4 pm are reserved for schoolchildren from Rijeka. One hour of skating costs 20 HRK, while the rental of ice skates costs 10 HRK. This is not the only ice skating in Rijeka during Advent, however, since visitors can also go to the enchanting ice skating rink by Trsat Castle in the heart of Nugent Park, which offers a unique view of Kvarner. It will be open from 1 pm to 10 pm Monday through Thursday, from 1 pm to 11 pm on Fridays and from 10 am to 11 pm at weekends. In case of rain, the ice skating rink will be closed.
The most enchanting Advent on Gradina yet will leave you breathless and in order to create the perfect atmosphere, there are unique nativity scenes, an imposing orb at the entrance and the largest crown in Europe. Besides an ice skating rink, there are no less than 12 advent booths offering seasonal products and a very interesting selection of food and drinks. The fairytale ice skating rink, which is a veritable oasis of joy for children, will be open until 13 January 2019. Don’t waste any time, hit the road and head for Trsat Castle for the final days of this year’s Advent on Gradina.
This year, we have an ice skating rink by the sea and an ice skating rink with the most beautiful view of the sea. Children can enjoy Santa Claus’ choo-choo train and the Sea Snowflake until 13 January 2019.
January 2019 / 7
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OTHER RIJEKA CARNIVAL FEAST DAY OF ST. ANTHONY – RAISING OF THE PUST - 17 JANUARY »» PAŠAC, outside the House of Culture, at 6 pm »» PEHLIN, outside the House of Culture, at 6 pm »» ZAMET, outside Zamet House, at 6 pm 24 RIJEKA CARNIVAL QUEEN PAGEANT AND THE HANDOVER OF THE KEY TO THE CITY »» 18 January, “Dvorana mladosti” Sports Hall, at 8 pm TH
MASQUERADE BALL AT PAŠAC »» 18 and 25 January, Pašac Community Centre, at 9 pm
RIJEKA: THE FIFTH SEASON IS UPON US - THE RIJEKA CARNIVAL »» from 17 January In early January, you will still have time to enjoy the festive atmosphere at wellknown locations around the city. After trying delicious bites at the Ri Gastro Advent in Riječka Rezolucija Square, you should definitely have a glass of mulled wine at Korzo, 128th Brigade HV Square and Ivan Kobler Square. Make sure you take one last ride around Korzo in Santa Claus’ choo-choo train, take a stroll through the Rijeka underground, skate by the sea and climb up to Trsat Castle for a veritable fairytale. The fun won’t stop after the holidays because it’s time for costumed chaos, or the fifth season as it is known among the residents of Rijeka. We start off with the traditional raising of Pust, the election of the new Rijeka Carnival Queen and the handover of the key to the city. Long live Pust!
RIJEKA: RIJEKA CARNIVAL »» from 17 January After the holiday festivities, it’s time for the fifth season. The craziest time of the year in Rijeka and its surroundings traditionally begins on 17 January, the Feast Day of St. Anthony, and lasts until Ash Wednesday on 6 March when Pust will be sacrificed for everything bad that has happened in the past year. The holiday decorations will be replaced with ribbons and flags as the carnival madness commences. The first step of this unforgettable journey is the Rijeka Carnival Queen Pageant and the handover of the key to the city to the carnival-goers. Once again this year, there will fun and dancing galore, as well as countless festivities and new masks during the carnival period. We’ll get to participate in the Paris - Bakar Costumed Car Rally, snowboard in downtown Rijeka and have fun in costumes far into the night. Kids will showcase their costumes on 16 February, while the grand finale the International Carnival Parade is scheduled two weeks later on 3 March. Stock up on goodwill and positive energy and come to the Rijeka Carnival where you will only have to do one thing - be whatever you want to be! January 2019 / 9
OTHER Kostrena MASQUERADE BALL »» 12 January - 6 March, St. Lucy Public Reading Hall in Kostrena, at 9:30 pm CHILDREN’S MASQUERADE BALL »» 27 January, St. Lucy Public Reading Hall in Kostrena, at 3 pm
Kastav FRIDAYS AT FIVE AT THE BAKERY »» 4 January, Idica’s bakery, Little Heritage Museum, 5-7 pm CAROLLING IN KASTAV »» 6 January, at 11:30 am GREEN KASTAV, ECOLOGICAL, BIODYNAMIC AND ORGANIC FOOD FAIR »» 14 January, the pitch in the sports zone (next to the Matija Katalinić School Sports Hall), 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm ST. ANTHONY’S HORN »» 17 January, Fortica, Matko Laginja Square, at 5:30 am KASTAV CARNIVAL CENTRE – MASQUERADE BALL »» from 19 January, tent next to the Matija Katalinić School Sports Hall, at 9 pm GREETING OF THE 10TH HALUBJE LIBURNIJA COSTUMED RALLY CARS »» 19 January, Matko Laginja Square, at 10:30 am
KOSTRENA: MASQUERADE BALL »» from 12 January The Masquerade ball will take place on 12, 19 and 26 January. The band Venus from Kraljevica will provide musical entertainment. The carnival-goers and other visitors can expect a diverse range of food and beverages at affordable prices, a raffle and the awards for best individual and group costumes. Organised carnival groups can sign up and in advance and book their table(s) at 098/906 - 4713. Being the good hosts they are, the Špažićari will welcome the organised costumed groups (with a minimum of 10 people) by treating them to cabbage and sausages, as well as homemade “fritule” and “kroštule” (deep-fried doughnuts). The Špažićari hereby invite all people of good will looking for a good time and costumed antics to grace this masked event with their presence, to have fun together with a few drinks and to dance until the wee morning hours. Because the carnival has always been the benchmark for a good party.
EXHIBITION OF THE HALUBJE BELLRINGING TRADITION »» from 25 January, Guitar caffe, at 6 pm
Viškovo FEAST DAY OF ST. ANTHONY »» 17 January, square in front the Church of St. Matthew, at 6 pm 10TH 2019 HALUBJE – LIBURNIJA COSTUMED CAR RALLY »» 19 January, Milihovo parking lot, at 10 am 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HALUBJE CARNIVAL - NIGHT CARNIVAL »» 19 January, at 5 pm 15TH PROCESSION OF LITTLE BELLRINGERS IN MARČEJI »» 20 January, old Marčelji elementary school, at 11 am 17 TH WOMEN’S COSTUMED BOCCE TOURNAMENT »» 25 January, Marinići Bocce Hall, at 6 pm 10 / www.STADAnas.info
VIŠKOVO: 20TH HALUBJE CARNIVAL »» 19 January The Halubje Carnival traditionally takes place on the first Saturday following the Feast Day of St. Anthony and for its 20th anniversary, it will be held at night. The costumed parade will be accompanied by the interplay of light and shadow and their unity will evoke the mystique of the most famous carnivals in the world.
CLUB SCENE Old Town: Rakhia bar, Garçon bar, Caffe bar Modesto, Caffe bar Stop ONCE AROUND THE OLD TOWN »» Tuesdays, 10 pm - 5 am
Boatel Marina Adamić pier
KASTAV: KASTAV CARNIVAL CENTRE – MASQUERADE BALL »» from 19 January This year, Kastav will once again become the centre of costumed fun and for six Saturdays between 19 January and 23 February, from 9 pm to 4 am, it will host the best masquerade balls in the region. The Kastav Carnival Centre is located next to the school sports hall in a large heated tent with monitored parking. It offers group discounts and a complimentary drink with every ticket, awards for best costumes, homemade specialities and performances by the best bands. Performing on the first Saturday are Koktelsi, Brevis Band and Decibeli, while Mauro Staraj & La Banda, D`Beni Band, Alen Vitasović, Brevis Band, Proleteri, Koktelsi, Šajeta & Band, Decibeli and Night Express are scheduled to perform on the following Saturdays.
KASTAV: ST. ANTHONY’S HORN
KOSTRENA: CHILDREN’S MASQUERADE BALL
»» 17 January
»» 27 January
St. Anthony’s horn marks the beginning of the Pust va Kastve 2019 event with a merry parade of carnival groups from Kastav and their guests, as well as the ceremony of handing over the key to the town to the Carnival Mayor. The carnival ends on Ash Wednesday on 6 March.
The children’s masquerade ball on Sunday will delight the little carnivalgoers, while entertainment will be provided by the band Venus from Kraljevica and the children’s entertainer. The Špažićari will treat everyone to doughnuts, snacks and juice.
SOCIAL GATHERING AND DANCE ORGANISED BY THE LP ROCK ASSOCIATION OF RIJEKA 60’ »» 10 and 24 January, at 8 pm
Club Crkva Ružićeva 22
AFTER PARTY (NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY FROM EX PORT DELTA) »» 1 January, at 6:30 am
Palach Youth Cultural Centre Kružna ulica 8
KOČANI ORCHESTRA concert »» 19 January
Event calendar for Rijeka and surroundings is updated daily – visit:
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RIJEKA TRAILS Walking and running trails of Rijeka and surroundings Kastav, Klana, ViĹĄkovo, Rijeka, Jelenje, ÄŒavle, Kostrena, Bakar, Kraljevica
Compare the trails and find new ones, find information about hiking expeditions, organised walks, events along the paths, trail races and more.
www.rijekatrails.com
CITY GUIDE IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Emergencies 112 Police
192
Fire department
193
Ambulance 194 Road assistance
1987
Search and rescue
195
service at seas Mountain Rescue Service 112
CONSULATES AUSTRIA Stipana Konzula Istranina 2, Rijeka +385 51 338 554 CZECH REPUBLIC Trg 128. Brigade HV 4 / +385 51 212 515 DENMARK 1. maja 58, Rijeka / +385 51 551 067 FINLAND- Kumičićeva 13, Rijeka / +385 51 218 756 / +385 51 686 301 ITALY Riva 16, Rijeka / +385 51 355 200 HUNGARY Riva Boduli 1/IV, Rijeka MOROCCO Užarska 17/III, Rijeka / +385 51 807 221 NORWAY - Žrtava fašizma 2/II, Rijeka / +385 51 335 827 / +385 51 335 831 ROMANIA Korzo 6, Rijeka / +385 51 315 033 SERBIA - Erazma Barčića, Rijeka +385 51 337 420 / +385 51 337 421 SWEDEN Riva 20, Rijeka / +385 51 212 287
RENT-A-CAR RIJEKA CARPEDIEM RENT-A-CAR Krešimirova 26a / info@carpediemrentacar.com / reservations@ carpediem-rentacar.com www.carpediem-rentacar.com DOLLAR RENT-A-CAR Žabica 1 / +385 51 325 900 rijeka@subrosa.hr www.carrentalsubrosa.com
On these pages, you can find everything you might need during your stay in Rijeka and its surroundings - background information and important phone numbers, but also information that can help you plan your stay. FLEET RENT-A-CAR Riječki lukobran 1 / +385 51 586 000 rkd@fleet-rent.com / fleet-rent.com ORYX D.O.O. Riječki lukobran 4 / +385 51 338 800 / rid@oryx-rent.hr / www.oryx-rent.hr OTS Franje Čandeka 23 / +385 51 215 160 ots.rac@gmail.com www.rentacar-rijeka.com
TAXI CAMMEO +385 51 313 313 / 1212 www.taxi-cammeo.hr ČORKEZ TAXI +385 91 128877 / +385 91 4975881 / corkez-taxi.com TAXI DELTA +385 97 77 77 397 www.taxi-delta-rijeka.hr TAXI FIUME +385 51 515 515 +385 91 944 1733 / +385 92 245 2822 www.taxifiume.com
SIXT RENT A CAR Prolaz M. Krucifikse Kozulić 3 / rijeka. dt@sixt.hr / www.sixt.com/car-rental/ croatia/rijeka
LUX TAXI RIJEKA +385 51 212 212 www.lux-taxi.com
SMART RENT D.O.O. Nikole Tesle 9 / +385 51 313 388 smart-rent@m-klub.com www.smart-rent.biz.hr
TAXI NIRVANA +385 091 253 8950
THRIFTY CAR RENTAL Žabica 1 / +385 51 325 900 / rijeka@ subrosa.hr / www.carrentalsubrosa.com
UDRUŽENJE OBRTNIKA - TAXI SEKCIJA RIJEKA +385 51 808 808 +385 91 2808 808
KVARNER GRUPA - RENT A CAR Rastočine 6 / +385 51 213 765 kvarner.rent@gmail.com www.kvarner-rent.com
VIP CAR SERVICE +385 91 11 555 60 www.vip-taxi-rijeka.com
ACTIV RENT RENT-A-CAR Erazma Barčića 13 / +385 51 587 457 aktivrentacar@yahoo.com www.rijekarentacar.com
VIŠKOVO AUTO-DARKO Viškovo 153 / +385 51 545 945 / info@ autodarko.hr / www.autodarko.hr
KASTAV AKTIV RENT Ćikovići 101A / +385 91 423 7774 aktivrentacar@yahoo.com www.rijekarentacar.com
TAXI RIJEKA TAXI ADRIA +385 51 301 301 AXION TAXI +385 92 229 7446 axion.taxi@gmail.com
RADIO TAXI RIJEKA +385 51 585 585 www.radiotaxirijeka.com.hr
TAXI RIJEKA +385 51 615 729 / +385 91 500 3355 / www.taxirijeka.com
TAXI VITA +385 51 410 800 www.taxivita.hr
TRAVEL AGENCIES RIJEKA ARONDA ADRIANA TRAVEL D.O.O. Ignacia Henckea 1 / +385 51 272 088 info@adrianatravel.com www.adrianatravel.com ANABAR TOURS Zametska 12/1 / +385 51 644 504 +385 51 648 238 / anabar@ri.t-com.hr www.anabar-tours.hr ARRIVA TRAVEL Riva 22 / +385 51 212 228 +385 51 212 224 / rijeka@autotrans.hr www.arriva.com.hr AWEI D.O.O. Tina Ujevića 52a +385 51 587 555 / info@awei.hr www.awei.hr January 2019 / 13
CITY GUIDE CYCLE AND SEA ADVENTURES D.O.O. Ante Kovačića 23 info@cycleandseaadventures.com cycleandseaadventures.com
MARINE AIR Riva 16 / +385 51 334 664 / +385 51 212 496 / marineair@ri.t-com.hr marineair.hr
COLLEGIUM PUTOVANJA Ribarska 1A / +385 51 413 955 infori@collegium.eu / collegium.eu
MEDADRIA Janka Polića Kamova 83 / +385 51 333 040 / +385 51 321 279 / poslovnica@ medadria.com / medadria.com
CROATIA AIRLINES Jelačićev trg 5 / +385 51 330 207 / +385 51 336 757 / rjkto@croatiaairlines.hr croatiaairlines.com C.Z. DANTE Veslarska 8 / +385 51 322 030 FANTASIA TRAVEL F. Račkoga 32/a / +385 51 718 432 info@fantasiatravel.hr fantasiatravel.hr FIUME TOURS Osječka 39 / +385 51 512 569 fiumetours@gmail.com FOCUS TRAVEL info@focustravel.hr YACHT BASE D.O.O. Brune Francetića 3a +385 51 325 727 info@yacht-base.com / yacht-base.com HOLIDAY HOME Užarska 17/3 / +385 51 317 307 info.hr@holiday-home.org holiday-home.hr ID RIVA TOURS Riva Boduli 1 / +385 51 550 473 idriva.com JADROAGENT Trg Ivana Koblera 2 / +385 51 211 276 travel@jadroagent.hr travel.jadroagent.hr JADROLINIJA Riječki lukobran b.b. +385 51 211 444 ag.rijeka@jadrolinija.hr / jadrolinija.hr JADROTOURS Dolac 9b / +385 51 211 371 / +385 51 213 916 / jadrotours@ri.t-com.hr jadrotours.hr MARE MONTE TRAVEL Matije Gupca 19b +385 51 564 769 info@maremonte-travel.com maremonte-travel.com 14 / www.STADAnas.info
MEDMAR Dolac 3 / +385 51 214 723 agent@medmarinetravel.com medmarinetravel.com MEETING POINT CROATIA Prolaz Marije Krucifikse Kozulić 3 / +385 51 554 400 / reservations@meeting pointcroatia.com / meeting-point.com MY TRAVEL Grivica 4 / +385 51 498 777 info@mytravel.hr / mytravel.hr mycroatiatrip.com
TOPIC TURIZAM Kružna 6 / +385 51 327 117 info@topic.hr / topic.hr TRAVELANA Andrije Medulića 8 / +385 51 212 780 travelana@ri.t-com.hr travelana.hr VIA Riva 16 / +385 51 331 941 via@viaonline.hr / viaonline.hr VOYAGER +385 51 271 775 / info@voyager-travel. com / voyager-travel.com
KRALJEVICA SPARUS TOURS D.O.O. Obala Kralja Tomislava 6 +385 51 282 136 sparus.tours@ri.t-com.hr
BAKAR
NAVITAS TRAVEL Fiorella la Guardie 25/4 / +385 51 301 501 / navitas.travel@gmail.com navitastravel.com
CONCERTUS D.O.O. Hreljin 223a / +385 51 809 773 concertus.hr
NEO MAR Trg Ivana Koblera 1 info@neomar.hr / neomar.hr
ŠTROK TRAVEL Viškovo 123 / +385 51 257 408
OVEST VIAGGI Pehlin 23a / +385 51 260 372 / ovest.com PROPER Radmile Matejčić 10 / +385 51 580 730 / info@proper.com.hr / proper.com.hr REAL EXPERIENCE Kumičićeva 13 / +385 51 600 090 helpdesk@realcroatia.com realcroatia.com REST NEST TRAVEL Ulica Ignacije Henckea 2a / +385 99 493 0779 / office@restnest.hr / restnest.hr RB TRAVEL Andrije Medulića 8 / +385 51 316 010 +385 51 317 030 / info@rb-travel.hr rijeka-citybreak.com / rb-travel.hr SOLEN Strossmayerova 2 / +385 51 371 587 +385 51 371 588 / solen@solen.hr solen.hr STELLA TOURS Osječka 39 / +385 51 300 200 info@stella-tours.eu / stella-tours.eu
VIŠKOVO
PROLINGUA TRAVEL Furićevo 90 / info@prolingua-travel.hr prolingua-travel.hr
KASTAV MOVIBON TOURS Rubeši 170 / +385 51 687 357 movibon@ri.t-com.hr AMBER TRAVEL Rubeši 107 / +385 51 687 406 +385 51 687 532 info@ambertravel.net ambertravel.hr
KOSTRENA SIMPLY TRAVEL D.O.O. Kostrenskih boraca 1a info@simply-travel.hr ZANA TRAVEL Sv. Lucija 65 / +385 51 289 704 info@zanatravel.hr
PHARMACY LJEKARNA CENTAR Riva 18, Rijeka +385 51 213 101 / ljekarna-jadran.hr
MUST SEE ATTRACTIONS RIJEKA
TRSAT CASTLE
– visual arts gallery, open-air summer concerts and theatre performances as well as fashion shows and literary evenings. Within the Trsat Castle you’ll find the Trsat Castle Info Point where you can get any information about this building and the City of Rijeka. »» Address: Partizanski put 9A »» Trsat Castle working hours: every day from 9 am until 11 pm Info point and exhibition areas working hours: every day from 9 am until 5 pm
ASTRONOMICAL CENTRE RIJEKA The Astronomical Centre Rijeka is the only facility of its kind in Croatia. It was opened in 2009 above the city, in the former fortress which dates back to the Second World War. In 2001 a telescope protected by a mobile dome was installed in one of the four fortress towers. Today it is the first astronomy centre in Croatia that includes both an observatory and a planetarium. It is also the only planetarium in Croatia and the wider region with digital technology. The Trsat Castle represents a strategically embossed lookout on a hill 138 meters above sea level dominating Rijeka. It was mentioned as a parochial centre for the first time in 1288. At this same site there was a Liburnian observation post from prehistoric times, used for monitoring the roads leading from the hinterland to the coast. This location served well to the Romans to establish their defence system, the so-called Liburnian limes, whose starting point was the Tarsatica fortress town – which was situated at the site of today’s Old City of Rijeka. The plateau of the Trsat Castle offers a magnificent view of the ruins of these limes situated on opposite hills, Katarina and Kalvarija, as well as of the whole area of the Rijeka’s Old City. The Trsat Castle is one of the oldest fortifications on the Croatian coast which preserves the features of the early medieval town construction. Today the Trsat Castle has been enriched by new facilities and events
is completely adapted for disabled persons. »» Address: Sveti križ 33 »» www.astronomski-centar-rijeka.hr
BREAKWATER – MOLO LONGO The current Breakwater in the main port basin is known as “molo longo” due to its 1707 m length. It is used as a passenger terminal and promenade. The construction plans and preparations for the Breakwater began in 1872 and it was completed in 1888. It was named Molo Maria Teresa after the Empress for her historic influence on the development of the city. It was planned to be an administrative centre for Hungary by the Hungarian architect Antal Hajnal. The construction work was performed by, among others, a Parisian railway construction company. In the 20 th century, the Breakwater was enlarged, a pier used to close the Breakwater was erected in 1908, and the final enlargement to the Breakwater was constructed in 1934. During WWII, a range of diversions were conducted in the Port of Rijeka area. The greatest amount of damage was caused by the German forces in their retreat on May 1945. The grand restoration of the port basin was conducted immediately after the war ended and lasted until 1961. Special pride was placed in the restoration of the Breakwater cranes. They were a technologically revolutionary accomplishment and could thus elevate the Port’s status to a higher level.
Its programme takes place within a spherical dome which can host up to 52 visitors. Here you can enjoy films and presentations dedicated to the immensity of the universe. The planetarium is part of the International Planetarium Society. The centre includes lecture halls and workshop areas, a bar and a terrace with a panoramic view over the Kvarner Bay. It is reachable by city bus, which is very rare when such facilities are concerned. The building January 2019 / 15
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away. Today, it is hard to believe that until the moat was filled and the city walls pulled down, in the second half of the 18th century, this was only gravel seashore with a few wooden quays and storehouses, a shipyard and the city lodge next to which cereals, fish and salt were traded.
ST. VITUS’ CATHEDRAL St. Vitus’ Cathedral is the only Baroque rotunda of monumental proportions built on Croatian soil. The
Rijeka is reflected in Korzo, at Korzo you can read Rijeka. Anyone who, at least once, had a coffee at one of the terraces of numerous and picturesque café bars lined along this unusual promenade, would agree. Anyone who was at least once sitting on one of the benches placed at Korzo, precisely for this purpose, as well as-those who were looking at the most picturesque city’s street from the “top” of some of the most popular meeting places of Rijeka’s citizens, located at the top floors of buildings. As early as at the beginning of the 20 th century Korzo started to assume its modern-day outlines. The main promenade and the meeting point for Rijeka’s citizens, as well as the area for erecting the symbolic palaces representing various styles including the Classical, Historical, Secessional, Modernist… The urban regulation, taking place in the mid-19 th century, was only a prelude to a growing pace of reclamation and major public constructions which would soon ensue on the made up ground. However, already at that point the centuries old image of a littoral town straitened by its walls started to fade 16 / www.STADAnas.info
construction of this church, designed by the Jesuit architect G. Briano, began in 1638. It was made on the model of the famous Venetian church of Santa Maria della Salute. The location selected for the construction of the St. Vitus’ church was an elevated area at the heart of the then still medieval urban tissue. Initially, there was a small church of the same name, dedicated to the city’s patron saint. The Jesuits, as the creators of the project, primarily decided to use the cult of the Miraculous Crucifix from the small church, which, according to popular legend, started bleeding when a certain Petar Lončarić threw a stone at it after exploding with rage over a gambling loss. The early Gothic crucifix is incorporated into the Baroque main altar of the new church, which, in the spirit of storytelling piety inherent to miraculous relics, also houses Lončarić’s stone and a small bronze hand.
CITY TOWER City Tower, a symbol of Rijeka and a good example of a typical round tower access-point, which lead into the fortified town. Today it dominates the central part of Korzo, although during its lifetime it was overtopped by more recently constructed buildings. It was built in the Middle Ages, probably on the foundations of the Late Antique littoral town gates. Some baroque phases of its construction can be seen on the lower part of
the front of the Tower, which are characterised by a richly decorated portal, an imperial coat of arms carved out of stone and a relief of the Austrian emperors Leopold and Charles VI. Rijeka paid them special respect due to the maritime orientation they introduced into the state policies of the Austrian court. The Tower’s superstructure, on which a city clock has been situated since the 17th century, has been remodelled several times; most significantly at the turn of the 18th century under the guidance of municipal engineer A. Gnamb, the last time was at the end of the 19 th century, based on a design by F. Bazarig.
IVAN KOBLER SQUARE The role nowadays occupied by Korzo, the heart of Rijeka and its busiest promenade, used to be occupied by the Ivan Kobler Square, located next to the former city hall Palac Komuna Rečkog and the City Clock Tower between two department stores that were made on the foundations of demolished old buildings. That very square, which was named after historian Giovanni Kobler, was the place where the living force of Rijeka’s
MUST SEE public life soared and where all of the business was conducted out in the open. Today, such lively images can only be seen in historical films on the Middle Ages. Every day, even on
Sundays, the women coming from places surrounding Rijeka arrived at the Green Square to bring milk, vegetables, poultry and other foods necessary to supply the citizens. Since it was also a former Municipal Loggia, it was the place where judges used to meet to pass sentences, where trading contracts were made and where the City Council held its sessions. Today, the „Old Paper Millestones” fountain (Stari kolodrob) is the centrepiece of the square. Built during the 1970s in accordance with the project made by architect Igor Emilio, it is by the factory Tvornica papira commemorating 150 years of its existence. It is a well that has become a monument. From the parts of an old factory paper millestone, kolodrob, Emili created a unique work of art to commemorate many generations of workers. Just as water flows from the amphora on Rijeka’s coat of arms, so the water pours relentlessly from this fountain, water that has been a blessing in Rijeka since the time of the ancient Roman settlement Tarsatica.
CITY MARKET – PLACA
The main City Market has been the place chosen by the people of Rijeka as the best place to dine since the 19 th century. It developed next to the sea shore, near the wooden pier, where the local fishermen used to unload their catch and take it in baskets to the market to sell. Fish, crabs and seashells were first sold in the open, but in 1866 a fish market was erected. In line with the project by Izidor Vauchnig, the director of Rijeka’s Office for Architecture, the construction of two pavilions began in 1880, next to the fish market. That was how other vendors found themselves with a roof over their heads. All of the buildings were constructed on the sea area created by filling. The architect used the top solutions of his time by utilising steel grid-like construction and glass. He remained faithful to the previous, historical experiences in other construction elements by decorating the façades with reliefs depicting fruit and vegetables.
SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF TRSAT AND THE TRSAT FRANCISCIAN MONASTERY
of which was strengthened by the astounding painting of the Lady of Trsat, which was a gift given to the inconsolable Croats in 1367 by Pope Urban V for the loss of the Holy Barn. In the XV century, the Sanctuary was taken over by Franciscans, who have remained its guardians to the present day. On 8 June 2003, Pope John Paul II attended a long pilgrimage procession.
KRALJEVICA
THE NOVA KRALJEVICA FRANKOPAN CASTLE
The castle, which is under reconstruction and expansion, tells the story of the two most important Croatian aristocratic families, Zrinski and Frankopan. A completely new residential castle on the peninsula, at the entrance to Bakar Bay is also being constructed.
ST. NICHOLAS’ CHURCH Judging by the preserved stone, the first church of the chapel of Saint Nicholas was built by the existing fortress as early as 1471 during the governance of Martin Frankopan. The Shrine of Our Lady of Trsat is the largest pilgrimage centre of Western Croatia. Its foundation is reported to be, according to tradition, related to the miraculous transport of the Nazareth Barn, and its stay on Trsat (1291 – 1294). Shortly after the relocation of the Mother of God’s house to Loreto, Prince Nikola I of Krk built the first small church on the place where the barn stood on Trsat. Marija`s Trsat became a pilgrimage point of convergence, the reputation
ZRINSKI CASTLE Zrinski castle is a complex castle with two atriums from different times, around which the centre of Kraljevica has formed. The older castle, called ‘Little castle’ was created by reconstructing a medieval, probably Frankopan fortress with the incorporated church of St. Nicholas.
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ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH WITH CATACOMBS
completed or whether it collapsed after completion, as evidenced by local Kastav legends. Now Crekvina is a pleasant promenade and, during the summer, a stage for theatrical plays, concerts, etc.
taking view of the entire Kvarner Bay and Učka.
VIŠKOVO
THE BIRTH PLACE OF IVAN MATETIĆ RONJGOV
FORTICA What was once a fortress is now a promenade and a pleasant spot for taking a break in the shade of horse chestnuts and linden, with a stunning view of Kvarner and Učka. The entry is marked by a štandar (flagpole) with the carving “Kastav va Ustavnom letu 1861.” and a plate bearing the layout of Kastav.
This monumental building is the oldest and largest church in Bakar and the largest church in the Rijeka diocese. Under Saint Andrew’s parish church is a crypt with 85 tombs.
VIEWPOINTS (ŽUDIKA, THE CHURCH OF SAINT JELENA) The birth place bears the name of this composer who symbolizes the music of Istria, the Croatian Littoral and the islands of the North Adriatic. Ronjgov defined the Istrian scale - a set of six tones and semitones. This allowed him to write down the region’s folk songs and compose in the same vein..
THE FRANKOPAN CASTLE The oldest and most attractive building in Bakar used to be the seat of the Frankopan and Zrinski aristocratic families.
BAKAR DRY-STONE WALLS A protected cultural monument – vineyards used for growing the Belina variety for the purpose of making the Old Bakar Water.
KASTAV
CREKVINA Crekvina was built by Jesuits in the 17th century, at the same time as the St. Vitus’ cathedral in Rijeka. It is still not certain whether the church was
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»» Address: Ronjgi 1, Viškovo The term Žudika (from the Italian giudicare - to judge) refers to the space behind the Saint Jelena parish church and the tallest tower of the town walls. This space was used for carrying out sentences, and old documents even mention the burning of witches. The church of Saint Jelena, with its bell tower, is the most dominant building in the whole of Kastav. It was built on a hill 377 m above sea level. Today it has 3 aisles but until the 17th century it only had one. In the 18th century, it was redecorated in the Baroque style with a rich interior, boasting choir benches and pews, a baptistery and silver candlesticks dating back to the 17th century. The church also features drawings with motifs from the Ten Commandments above the pillars dividing the main and side aisles. The church is completed by a 32 m high bell tower from 1724. The church gives a breath-
PROMENADES AND FOOTPATHS The promenades beckon you to take a pleasant walk for two in the forest, or to come with a larger crowd or with your pets - regardless of whether
MUST SEE you want to rest, relax or enjoy the fresh air. The 8.6 km long Plešivac promenade is suitable for all ages and it leads to the 429 m high Plešivac peak. After 15 kilometres, the Lončeva griža promenade gives a stunning view and features an open-air gallery.
LONČEVA GRIŽA - OPEN-AIR GALLERY The trail leading to Lončeva griža takes you on a pleasant walk to the village of Skvažići. After the “petroleum road” and the last houses, it turns into a steep climb into the limestone rocks of the Lončeva griža cliff. The viewpoint gives a stunning view of Kvarner, Velebit, the Grobnik hinterland, Gorski kotar and the neighbouring Slovenia; it features an educational trail with boards giving walkers and hikers information on stone masons and the former quarry. Below the viewpoint, the limestone rock houses the unique Pogled s kamika exhibition by members of the amateur artists association “Braća Baštijan”.
KOSTRENA
THE KOSTRENA PROMENADE This over 5 kilometre long coastal path is perfect for fans of long walks by the sea. If you need a break, the entire coastal path is dotted with benches; you can enjoy beautiful natural beaches and an excellent gastronomic offer.
THE TRIM PATH AND PREHISTORIC RUINS OF SOLIN AND SOPALJ The highest hills above the municipality of Kostrena feature the prehistoric ruins of Solin and Sopalj. The Solin hill, with its archaeological site, is located on the north-west edge of Kostrena, above the deep Martinšćica cove and the Sušačka draga valley. It offers a panoramic view of the eastern rims of the city of Rijeka. At the eastern edge of the Kostrena municipality, on the dominant rocky Sopalj hill, with a panoramic view of Bakar Bay and the Kvarner islands, you can find a spacious prehistoric settlement, the Sopalj ruin, surrounded by two rings of walls. On your way to Solin and Sopalj, you will follow a trim path that is a perfect destination for athletes and fans of nature.
THE RASADNIK ECOLOGICAL PARK A unique place in Kostrena, where you can completely relax, enjoy the scents of lavender and the stunning view of Kvarner Bay.
MUSEUMS
PEEK&POKE – CHILDHOOD MUSEUM The first Croatian museum dedicated to childhood, games, books and toys loved by many generations before they “decided” to become all grown up and serious. The Childhood
Museum offers more than 600 exhibits among which the oldest toy dates back to 1900. »» Address: Ivana Grohovca 2 »» Web: www.peekpoke.hr / www. muzejdjetinjstva.com
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM RIJEKA
PEEK&POKE – COMPUTER MUSEUM The museum has over 2000 exhibits of international and Croatian computer, audio, video and photo technology. Located in the premises of 300 square meters in the city centre, it is one of the first 5 world museums on this subject, and is also the largest exhibition of its kind in this part of Europe. In addition to the botanical garden, the museum has a multimedia centre with an aquarium containing species from the Adriatic Sea. »» Address: Lorenzov prolaz 1 »» Web: www.prirodoslovni.com
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CITY GUIDE THE MARITIME AND HISTORY MUSEUM OF THE CROATIAN LITTORAL RIJEKA The Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral Rijeka, which was established in 1961, comprises maritime, historical and cultural, ethnographic and archaeological departments, and is headquartered in the former Governor’s Palace, a historicist edifice and protected cultural monument. »» Address: Muzejski trg 1 Web: www.ppmhp.hr
CITY MUSEUM OF RIJEKA The museum is the city institution engaged in systematic collection, professional and scientific analysis of the museum material thematically related to the industrial, cultural and social (political) history of Rijeka. »» Address: Muzejski trg 1/1 »» Web: www.muzej-rijeka.hr
MUSEUM OF MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY ART The museum houses the collection of the works of art by Rijeka’s artists from the 19 th century and both Croatian and foreign artists from the 20 th and 21st centuries. »» Address: Krešimirova 26c »» Web: www.mmsu.hr
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Astronomical Centre Rijeka observatory and digital planetarium Diverse program for all age groups from Tuesday till Saturday www.astronomski-centar-rijeka.hr Astronomski centar Rijeka
TOURIST OFFICE CONTACT DETAILS RIJEKA TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE Address: Korzo 14 Tel: +385 51 335 882 E-mail: info@visitRijeka.hr Working hours: Monday – Friday from 8 am until 7.30 pm, Saturdays and holidays from 8 am until 1.30 pm TRSAT CASTLE INFO POINT Address: Partizanski put 9A Tel: +385 51 217 714 E-mail: gradina@visitRijeka.hr Working hours: every day from 9 am until 5 pmNJE
JELENJE TOURIST BOARD OF THE JELENJE MUNICIPALITY Address: Dražičkih boraca 64, Dražice Tel: +385 51 297 152 E-mail: tz.jelenje@gmail.com Working hours: weekdays from 8 am until 4 pm
KRALJEVICA
KASTAV
ČAVLE
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE KRALJEVICA Address: Rovina bb, Kraljevica Tel: +385 51 282 444 E-mail: lindatickraljevica@gmail.com Working hours: Monday – Friday from 8 am until 2 pm
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE KASTAV Address: Trg Matka Laginje 5, Kastav Tel: +385 51 691 425 E-mail: info@kastav-touristinfo.hr Working hours: Monday – Friday from 8 am until 4 pm
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE ČAVLE Address: Čavja 17, Čavle Tel: +385 51 549 120 E-mail: info@tz-cavle.hr Working hours: Monday – Friday from 8 am until 3 pm
KLANA
KOSTRENA
MUNICIPALITY OF KLANA Address: Klana 33, Klana Tel: +385 51 808 205 E-mail: procelnik@klana.hr / zeljka_ sarcevic@yahoo.com Working hours: Monday – Wednesday from 8 am until 4 pm / Tuesdays from 8 am until 6 pm / Fridays from 8 am until 2 pm
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE KOSTRENA Address: Kostrenskih boraca 1a, Kostrena Tel: +385 51 289 207 E-mail: tzo-kostrena@ri.t-com.hr Working hours: Monday – Friday from 8 am until 4 pm
BAKAR TOWN OF BAKAR TOURIST BOARD Address: Primorje 39, Bakar Tel: +385 51 761 111 E-mail: info@tz-bakar.hr Working hours: Monday – Friday from 8.30 am until 3.30 pm / Saturdays from 9 am until 2 pm
VIŠKOVO TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE VIŠKOVO Address: Viškovo 31, Viškovo Tel: +385 51 257 591 E-mail: info@tz-viskovo.hr Working hours: until 15 September Monday – Friday from 8 am until 4 pm, Saturday from 10 am until 3 pm / from 16 September Monday – Friday from 8 am until 4 pm
www.Rijeka.travel IMPRESSUM
January 2019
Publisher: Digital Media Ltd. Photos: Archives of the tourist offices of Rijeka and its surroundings Translation: Alkemist studio Ltd. Print: Kerschoffset Zagreb Ltd. Design and prepress: Molekula Ltd. creative agency Published with the support of the tourist offices of Rijeka and its surroundings • Circulation: 2,000 copies
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