Losinj has a rich subtropical vegetation, with mild sea currents coming from the southern Mediterranean, which helps keep the sea water pristine and the winter temperatures at 12 °C on average, and summer temperatures at 28-30 °C. Curative properties of the Losinj climate have been well-known since the late nineteenth century, when the health tourism on the island was born. In 1882, Doctor Conrad Clar (1844-1904), an established Austrian balneologist and natural therapist discovered curative properties of the Losinj climate and declared the towns of Mali Losinj and Veli Losinj national sanatoriums. It became the gathering spot for Vienna’s aristocracy, and many sanatoriums and spas were built in that period. Health-tourism remains important to this day, led by the Veli Losinj Sanatorium that focuses on treatment of pulmonary and skin diseases.

Natural Healing Sanatorium for Skin and Lungs

Natural healing factors of Losinj are: mild climate, 2.580 sunny hours per year on average, sea water that is consistently tested and is pristine, marine aerosol, 265 types of algae in the sea surrounding Losinj, joined with olive tree, pine tree and blueberry bush pollen, numerous aromatic plants and clean sea air with rich plant life, all together create a unique air bath beneficial to the overall health and the issues related to the pulmonary and skin diseases. Long-term tradition of treating pulmonary diseases with natural remedies has made Losinj into a top destination, where visitors can relax from everyday stress of modern living.

Dolphin Island

If you stay with us during winter or early spring, with a little luck you will be able to see dolphins playing in the sea in front of the house! Namely, Losinj has the  Blue World Institute focused on research and protection of endangered Adriatic species, while the Adriatic Project Dolphin has been established in the early 21st century, with goal to study ecology, population, genetics, acoustics and habitats of the good dolphins in the Adriatic Sea. If you wish to, you can also  Adopt a dolphin, follow the Dolphin Path, or register for an organised boat ride for  Dolphin watching.

All these natural wonders and benefits have been a part of the local tradition for ages, and the islanders truly cherish and respect their surroundings, which is why they are always happy to greet new visitors and help them see the beauty of the island with their own eyes.

Activities and dining

If you seek active holidays, Lošnj offers numerous exciting outdoor activities: from watersports, biking rides (if you seek adrenalin ride there is organized Enduro ride), island hopping (boat excursions), sport climbing… to tennis and hiking tours. For more information on Losinj attractions and culture, organized events, outdoor activities and excursions, beaches to enjoy sun and swim (yes, beaches for dogs too) please go to visitlosinj.hr.
On the same page you will find Gastro guide with the list of all recommended restaurants offering delicious local specialties. Beside numerous gourmet restaurants, Losinj gastronomy cuisine proudly offers two restaurants awarded with Michelin stars: Alferd Keller restaurant and Japanese Matsunoki restaurant.