Podlug: Hotels and Accommodation

Podlug comprises several hamlets recorded as a level 1 rural-urban unit. Traditional rural architecture has been preserved in the hamlets, and some buildings are being restored, with plans for tourism development. Those wishing to book a hotel in Podlug can continue searching for accommodation afterward.

Nature

In the area around Podlug, Vrana Lake Nature Park is an internationally recognised wetland of great importance for endangered and rare bird species in Europe. During the breeding season, 102 bird species live in the Vrana Lake Reserve.

Activities

In the area around Podlug, the Vrana Panorama Trail runs through the ornithological reserve to Prosika and is 18.7 km long. The educational trail Birds of Prey follows the Panorama Trail; the 18 km gravel path is particularly suitable for cycling. In addition, the Vencel Equestrian Club in the area around Podlug offers horseback riding excursions to Vrana Lake, as well as swimming and photography with horses and riding lessons.

Culture

In the Benkovac area, the Benkovac Heritage Museum offers expert guided group tours of Benković Castle. Benković Castle is a 15th-century cultural monument and is designated as a protected cultural monument of national importance. At the Kličevica site, the Benkovac Heritage Museum also offers expert guided group tours. In addition, in the Benkovac area, the museum participates in organising workshops and courses dedicated to preserving traditional crafts.

History

In the area around Podlug, a cycling route passes the remains of a Liburnian fortress and a Venetian watchtower on the Babin škoj peninsula. In Podlug, Didova kuća was built by the Kamber family in 1882.

Culinary Delights

In the area around Podlug, Konoba Kamenjak offers tastings of smoked ham, cheese and wine overlooking Vrana Lake and the Kornati Archipelago.

Other destinations: Donji Karin, Donji Lepuri, Korlat, Gornje Ceranje, Galovac, Podgradina, Benkovac, Smilčić

To the overarching travel overview: Općina Benkovac.