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Osor is a small tourist town on the island of Cres in Primorje-Gorski Kotar county in Croatia. It is located on the narrow isthmus that once connected, but now separates the islands of Cres and Lošinj. The channel was dug during the ancient Romans to allow navigation from the northern Adriatic to Dalmatia within the protected channel. Osor has been founded on the Cres side of once unique island. Osor administratively belongs to Mali Lošinj and it has only about a hundred permanent inhabitants. Osor was once a powerful and rich trading town, especially after the canal was dug. From this glorious period are preserved high well-preserved walls that still surround the old town. Trade has prospered here until the Middle Ages when the Venetians took over, and the city of Cres took the role of the merchant center of this part of Kvarner.
In the immediate surroundings, there are several beaches and small coves, well maintained and clean, like the beach of auto camp Bijar. Today, this small and quiet place attracts many visitors and boaters because of its long and fascinating history, but also because of the pristine nature, and extremely clean sea. Find your perfect accommodation next to the sea and enjoy the crystal-clear waters of Kvarner.
In the old town center which is surrounded by ancient city walls, there are beautiful buildings from the 15th and 16th century. These are the town hall which has the archaeological collection, the bishop's palace and the impressive cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. In the city, there are few shops, pizzerias, pastry shops, and several restaurants and taverns where you can taste very delicious specialties from Cres and Lošinj. During the summer interesting Osor Musical Evenings are organized. Thanks to its position between two large Kvarner islands, the town has an ideal starting point to explore Cres and Lošinj, and visit numerous beaches, bays, and historical and cultural monuments. For more information about the islands, visit Visit Lošinj.
Accommodation is available in two auto camps well hidden within a dense pine forest and in several apartments and rooms in the old family houses. Explore all accommodation options in the wider region on the Kvarner region page. Visit this small ancient town, experience beautiful Kvarner and spend holidays in tranquillity, surrounded by clean air and seawater. Welcome to Osor!
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