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Senj (Latin Senia or Segnia, German Zengg, Hungarian Zeng and Italian Segna) is a town in the Lika-Senj County of Croatia, population 8,132 (2001). It is located on the Adriatic coast below the Vratnik mountain pass which separates the Velebit mountain from the mountains of Gorski kotar. Due to its geographic position, the strong northeastern wind bura is a very common occurrence in Senj.

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Get in

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See

The 45th paralell North is hitting the Croatian mainland just in the North of Senj. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/45th_parallel_north

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Camping

Camp Skver is located in the centre of the city of Senj, right next to the coast. Since its coastal location, only sunny places are available. It comprises a traditional tavern, decorated in the old style of the littoral region, offering national fish specialities. There is a little harbour for small boats and powerboats besides the camp. Price: 2 person + 1 tent + 1 car: appr. 120Kn

Camp Ujča [1] is positioned 4 kilometers south of Senj on the Adriatic Highway. It is located in a cove with a beach surrounded by beautiful greenery for tents, caravan houses, vans, campers and cars. The camp is rather small, holds 45 camping positions, so book ahead or arrive early to take the shady places. The sea is suitable for swimming and fishing. There is a diving station which offers scuba-diving courses and kayak rental. Small bar with wireless internet (5 EUR) is located in the camp. Price: 2 person + 1 tent + 1 car: appr. 120Kn

Contact

Get out

• Plitvice_National_Park is about 100 km away, that is about 2 hours of driving.