Bojnak

Bojnak is a hill on the island of Cres, within the town/municipality of Grad Cres, in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia. Rising to roughly 220 metres above sea level, it stands out clearly above the surrounding lowland terrain, forming a recognisable landmark visible from the road connecting central Cres with the southern part of the island.

Where is Bojnak located?

The hill sits in the south-central section of Cres, between the town of Cres and the settlement of Nerezine, which lies just under 13 kilometres away. The sea is closest to Bojnak on its western side, placing it on the narrow, rugged strip of land typical of this stretch of the island, where rocky elevations meet the coastline almost directly. The hill itself spans about 1.8 kilometres in width, making it one of the more substantial natural rises in the area.

How do you get there?

The easiest way is by car along the island's main road (the D100), which runs through the centre of Cres and continues toward the bridge to Lošinj. Nerezine is the best reference point — Bojnak lies roughly 12–13 kilometres north of the settlement. The drive itself is worth slowing down for, since it passes through classic Mediterranean island scenery: dry pastures, stone walls, and the sheep grazing land Cres is known for.

What will you see there?

Bojnak is primarily a landscape feature — a partly rocky hill covered in low Mediterranean scrub, with views opening toward the sea to the west. It is also a working site: the Bojnak quarry and concrete plant operates on the hill, running since 1985, with the quarry itself opened in 2004 and the concrete plant coming online in 2010. The facility supplies aggregate and concrete for construction projects on both Cres and neighbouring Lošinj, making Bojnak a practical example of how the islands' local economy draws on nearby natural resources.

For anyone interested in the geology and landscape of the Kvarner islands, Bojnak offers a rougher, less touristic side of Cres — a contrast to the stone beaches and historic old towns that draw most visitors to the island.

When is the best time to visit?

Spring and early autumn are the best times to explore the area around Bojnak, when temperatures are milder and the Mediterranean vegetation greener than in the height of summer. Summers here tend to be intensely sunny and dry, worth factoring in if you plan a longer stop or a walk in the vicinity.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bojnak? It's a hill on the island of Cres, about 220 metres above sea level, located within the Grad Cres municipality near the settlement of Nerezine.

Is there anything to see near Bojnak? Yes — the Bojnak quarry and concrete plant has operated on the hill since the 1980s, supplying construction materials to Cres and Lošinj, and the surrounding area offers scenery typical of the island's Mediterranean landscape.

What's the best way to reach Bojnak? By car along the island's main road toward Nerezine — Bojnak lies about 12–13 kilometres north of that settlement.

Is Bojnak a tourist attraction? It functions mainly as a landmark and landscape feature rather than a site with tourist infrastructure, but it's worth knowing as part of Cres's geography and local economy.