The name Cres (German outdated: Kersch) comes from the late antique "Crepsa". Before the island was settled by Croats, Cres belonged to the Liburnians, but there are also Greek, Roman …

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June 6, 2025

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Right in front of a huge campsite that looks like a town as its own, so that you get to enjoy the sunset to the sounds of "Hey Macarena" when the mini-Disco is going on. 😅

But this is the best place to go for a swim at sunset.

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1. View of the Adriatic Sea – Steep path to St. Salvadur loop from Cres

6.67km

02:05

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Cres Clock Tower and City Gate – Cres Town Harbor loop from Cres

5.78km

01:29

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Chapel of St. Simon Ruins – Ancient Olive Groves Trail loop from Cres

9.68km

02:41

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1. View of the Adriatic Sea – Steep path to St. Salvadur loop from Cres

2. Cres Clock Tower and City Gate – Cres Town Harbor loop from Cres

3. Chapel of St. Simon Ruins – Ancient Olive Groves Trail loop from Cres

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