Osor - Osoršćica - Takeadventure

The carriageway

Country: Croatia
Area name: The Island of Lošinj
Activity: MTB
Date of the ride: 07-Feb-2010
Length (km): 11.4
Elevation gain (m): 680
Technical difficulty: ●
GPS tracklog: download

Overview of mountain biking route:

The mountain bike route Osor – Osorščica is situated on The Island of Lošinj. The starting point of the route is the bridge in Osor. The bridge is situated between Lošinj and Cres islands. Most of the route is placed on the steep and rocky carriageway. From Osoršćica mountain you can get a nice view to the the ridge of Lošinj island and all islands in the neighborhood. In the middle of the trail there is Sv Gaudent hut. At the winter time the hut is opened during weekend days only.

Getting there: Europe, Croatia, Istria, Brestova, Island of Cres, Osor or Island of Krk, Valbiska, Island of Cres, Merag, Osor.

Map of mountain biking route:

Description of MTB route:

The starting point of the mountain bike route is in Osor. Pass the bridgethe rocky carriageway. The steep ascent leads to Sv Gaudent hut. From the hut proceed to the south course. The steep and rocky carriageway leads straight to the tower. Near the tower starts the labeled hiking trail to Sv Nikola chapel. For more details check above interactive Map and below Gallery & Notes of the route.

Elevation profile of MTB route:

Elevation profile of MTB route from Osor to Osoršćica

Notes & references:

The route is recommended during all seasons. The section from the tower to Sv Nikola chapel is for hiking only. GPS unit with uploaded route is a must.

Gallery of mountain biking route: