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Primorje-Gorski Kotar · Croatia

Rab.

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Rab
Photo by Herbert Ortner · license: CC BY 2.5

Rab town is a spectacular medieval settlement on Rab island, instantly recognizable by its four distinctive bell towers rising above the old town. The settlement sits on a narrow peninsula, with stone streets climbing up the hillside past Romanesque churches and Gothic palaces. This architectural heritage reflects Rab's importance in Venetian times. The island is known for its diverse landscape – lush forests on one side, bare rocky cliffs on the other. Beyond history, Rab offers excellent sandy beaches, which are rare in Croatia, traditional festivals including medieval knight tournaments, and family-run restaurants serving island specialties and local wines.

Four bell towersMedieval architectureSandy beachesKnight tournamentsIsland traditions
What you'll do here

Things to do.

  1. 01Walk through the medieval old town with its four bell towers
  2. 02Visit St. Mary's Cathedral and the bell tower of St. Justine
  3. 03Relax on Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža) with its sandy shore
  4. 04Attend the Rab Medieval Festival with knight tournaments
  5. 05Explore Komrčar Park with its Mediterranean vegetation
  6. 06Swim at Suha Punta and other sandy beaches
  7. 07Hike to Kamenjak peak for panoramic island views
  8. 08Taste local lamb and Rab cake at traditional restaurants
Within a short drive

Nearby attractions.

Lopar Peninsulafamous for sandy beaches including Paradise Beach
Grgur Islandformer prison island now accessible for swimming
Pag Islandknown for its cheese, lace-making, and unique landscape
Krk Islandlargest Croatian island with historic towns and beaches
Paklenica National Parkmainland park perfect for hiking and climbing
A year in Rab

Monthly weather.

Best weatherLeast crowded
january/3°
85mm
february10°/3°
75mm
march12°/5°
65mm
april16°/8°
Least crowded
55mm
may21°/13°
Best weather
50mm
june25°/17°
Best weather
40mm
july28°/20°
30mm
august28°/20°
35mm
september24°/16°
Best weather
60mm
october19°/12°
Least crowded
75mm
november14°/8°
Least crowded
90mm
december10°/4°
95mm
Averages from the last decade · source: local weather records

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