Those wishing to book a hotel in Lun can then continue their accommodation search. Around 80,000 wild olive trees stand across approximately 400 hectares. Among them are around 1,500 remarkable wild olives; the area was designated a botanical reserve in 1963. The wild olive species found in Lun, Olea oleaster linea, is described as an exceptionally rare Mediterranean forest species.
Paths and Visits
The Olive Gardens of Lun offer tours of the protected area by electric vehicle. Gravel paths for walking extend for more than 7,000 meters there. A reception desk serves as an information point for the area. Individual, private, and group tour programs are also available.
Cuisine
The offerings of the Olive Gardens of Lun include olive oil and foods based on olives and figs.
Culture and History
The ruins of St. Martin’s Church near Punta Luna are within walking distance and offer a view of the sea. The Chapel of Our Lady of Health stands at the entrance to the village of Lun.
Boat connections link Rab with Lun via the port of Tovarnele. The remains of a former tavern, which also served to defend against pirates, have been preserved in Tovarnele.
The Day of the Holy Guardian Angels, associated with October 2, is described as a long-standing family celebration in Lun.
