Enchanting autumn

Experience an enchanting autumn full of vibrant colours! Spend the most beautiful autumn holiday on the Opatija Riviera. In addition to pleasant walks by the sea or relaxation in our wellness centres, you can look forward to interesting events and the finest seasonal delicacies in our cafés and restaurants.

SWEET NOVEMBER

Chocolate Fantasy

November is the sweetest of months that attracts all the chocolate lovers to the streets of Opatija. This year, the annual Chocolate Festival will take place from 10 to 12 November and during that time you can taste various chocolate delicacies in the famous coffee houses Strauss and Imperial. Café Strauss will sweeten your day with a special brunch which includes Burg O’Choco burger, choco granola and choco brownie, while Café Imperial will surprise you with choco tacos, choco tagliatelle with berries and Choco Martini.

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Fine-Dining Temptation

Succumb to a sweet temptation in hotel Ambasador’s restaurant Cubo! A true fine-dining treat is waiting for you in the form of a special menu based on chocolate. A three-course experience starts with the beet salad with chocolate sauce and balsamic vinegar, continues with a smoky choco espresso steak, and ends on a sweet note with a deconstructed Snickers.

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Wellness Magic

Chocolate is a magical ingredient not only in delicious desserts, but also soothing wellness treatments. Chocolate massages are rich in antioxidants, soften the skin, and relieve stress. Relaxation during November will be complete with a visit to the SPA centres in hotels Ambasador and Palace Bellevue where you can enjoy rich chocolate oil massages!

Revitalize your body and mind

WELL-BEING

This autumn, dedicate some time to your well-being and active enjoyment! Enjoy an active holiday, benefit from our rich and luxurious wellness packages, and experience a Mediterranean paradise with rays of sunshine and the sound of the sea. Immerse yourself in the relaxing ambience of our wellness centres and indulge in opulent treatments that will balance your spirit and body.

BE ACTIVE!

Smovey walks and yoga

Lungomare and Hotel Istra

Autumn days are ideal for getting back in shape after the summer. Enjoy an active holiday with Smovey walks, morning stretching programmes and yoga exercises at the Hotel Istra.

Relax

Nordic walking

Opatija and surroundings

We invite you to join free guided walks along the historic promenades of Opatija – with Nordic walking sticks provided – every Saturday. Active walks are organised by the Opatija Tourist Board.

Explore Opatija and its surroundings

Hiking on Mount Učka

Učka

Get closer to the clouds and feel the rush of adrenaline! Only half an hour’s drive from Opatija you’ll find the Učka Nature Park, a favourite hiking destination with many unique and attractive forest walking and hiking trails.

Enjoy the scenic beauty of Učka