Vrana Lake Guided Tour

On the third day of the conference, September 20, 2025, a guided tour of Vrana Lake Nature Park and its surroundings was organized. Departure is planned at 9:00 a.m. from the parking lot in front of the Department of Geography of the University of Zadar (dr. Franje Tuđmana 24 i). The first stop on the route is the first-order trigonometric point, Vrčevo. After a short drive, participants will visit the ornithological reserve within the Vrana Lake Nature Park. During the tour of the ornithological trail, an expert associate of the park will give a lecture on the rich flora and fauna, with special emphasis on the bird species that make the area unique. The next stop is Maškovića Han, a historical building from the Ottoman period that today functions as a hotel, restaurant and museum. Participants will have the opportunity to see the architectural, historical and cultural features of this unique building and learn more about its history. The tour continues towards the old town of Vrana, a medieval fortress that was one of the seats of ecclesiastical and secular power from the 11th to the 14th centuries. During the visit, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the story of the guarding of the Croatian royal crown and other historical facts about this significant historical site. A short walk of about 15 minutes leads to the cave and the source of drinking water "Pećina". This natural wealth will provide participants with the opportunity to learn about geological and hydrological peculiarities and enjoy untouched nature.

The route continues towards the Kamenjak viewpoint, which offers a spectacular view of Lake Vrana, the Adriatic Sea and the islands. It is an ideal place for a short break and taking photos of the unique landscape. At the end of the tour, a visit to the "Roca" farm near Stankovci is planned, where lunch will be organized for the participants.

There they will be able to taste indigenous specialties and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of a traditional rural economy. Return to Zadar is planned around 17:00.