BASIC INFORMATION AND LOCATION
Njivice is a tourist resort and port on the northwestern coast of the island of Krk. It lies on the coast of the Beli Kamik bay between Omišalj and Malinska and has about 1,100 inhabitants. The fastest way to get to Njivice is by car, as the resort is only 8 kilometers away from the Krk Bridge. Rijeka Airport is almost the same distance from Njivice, and air travel is very popular. The nearest train station is in Rijeka (32 kilometers away), and then you can change to a bus that leaves from the Rijeka bus station. The bus runs very frequently and stops at the Njivice station. Another way to get to Njivice from Rijeka is by ferry or catamaran to the port of Valbiska, which is about 20 kilometers away from Njivice. The port of Njivice is open to ship traffic that is only of local importance.
CULTURE, HISTORY AND ATTRACTIONS
The first civilization appeared in Njivice in ancient times, and this is confirmed by archaeological findings in the Poje area, where the remains of a villa rustica from the 2nd or 3rd century were found. About 6 kilometers from Njivice, the remains of an old ancient city from the 4th or 5th century – Fulfinum were also found. The nearby Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary from the 9th century, which contains a pre-Romanesque pluteus, is another confirmation of the settlement of Njivice in earlier periods. Njivice is first mentioned in historical sources in the deed of gift of Prince Ivan Frankopan from 1474. In a later period, around 1710, the settlement of Villa di sasso bianco or Beli Kamik will be mentioned, which is today the toponym and name of the nearby hotel. The beginning of tourism in the settlement occurred during the 19th century, and it is interesting that in 1930 the then Hotel Luka (today's Jadran) and Villa Dinka were built. Most other cultural attractions are located in Omišalj, which is only 6 kilometers away from Njivice.
BEACHES
The beautiful, mild climate, clear sea and beautiful surroundings have been attracting tourists to Njivice for many years. The most famous beach is located in the area of the Njivice campsite, which stretches along its entire length and has a diverse range of facilities. Behind the campsite there are also some nudist beaches. The rest of the beaches stretch to the left and right of the port, and the beaches Pod crkvom, Jadran and the Njivice waterfront can be highlighted.
OTHER CONTENT
In Njivice, right by the sea, there are 9 restaurants and taverns where you can enjoy great gastronomic delicacies. The most famous places for drinking coffee or drinks, as well as for nightlife, are the Stop coffee bar and the Popeye, Insula, Fontana and Plava terasa beach bars. During the summer season, there are music festivals and klapa meetings, and various fishermen's festivals that take place during the summer months have their peak in September when Mala Gospoja is held.
SPORT
There is a wide choice of water sports activities in the Njivice motorhome - flyboard, jet-ski, kayaking, parasailing, tube sofa, etc. In addition, the camp has a large number of animators who offer different activity programs. There is also a diving school in the camp. Near the camp there are several hiking and cycling trails (bikes can be rented in the Njivice resort), tennis courts and a small hippodrome. Animal lovers can visit the Equestrian Club of Njivice, where there is a ranch with horses and it is possible to ride. In the center of Njivic, you can find courts for basketball, football and beach volleyball.
WHAT TO DO – EXCURSION OPPORTUNITIES
For excursions, there are some hiking (and cycling) trails in the area around Njivice. Perhaps the most beautiful walk is towards Malinska, where you will reach the Anton Kosta promenade. There is a 1200-meter-long path that is located right next to the sea and is one of the most romantic places on the island of Krk. By extending your journey to Malinska, you can reach the famous Paradise Road, another beautiful promenade. Near Njivice (15 minutes by car) is the Biserujka cave, which is a great destination for family excursions. Due to its excellent location, you can also visit nearby places such as Malinska or Omišalj from Njivice, and excursions to Opatija or Rijeka are possible for those who want to have a longer trip.
ACCOMMODATION
There are two large hotels in Njivice. The Beli Kamik Hotel is surrounded by an oak forest and is located in the immediate vicinity of the sea and offers a very rich range of facilities (mini club for the youngest, sports center, beautifully decorated hotel rooms, etc.). The other is the Jadran Hotel. It is a modern three-star hotel located near the center of Njivice and has a great range of tourist facilities. The very famous Njivice autocamp is a wonderful place to stay and with its truly large range of facilities, it will keep every visitor longer. The offer of private apartments is very rich. The nearest marina is in Punat and is 17 kilometers away.
