Poljana: Romanesque Church and Čerenac Beach

When looking for a hotel in Poljana, it is worth considering the kind of place you want to stay in. Two local points of interest can help guide you: a Romanesque church dating to the 13th century and Čerenac Beach, where pine trees provide shade on hot summer days. This brings a historic building and a distinctive beach feature together.

Church and Beach in Poljana

The Romanesque church in Poljana is dated to the 13th century, although the dating varies slightly depending on the classification. As a historic building, it is a specific point of reference if you would like to include architectural history in your travel plans. The term Romanesque classifies the church architecturally, while the century indicates its timeframe.

Čerenac is a beach in Poljana where pine trees provide shade on hot summer days. This is a specific aspect to consider when choosing a place for the warmer months. Beach facilities and conditions may change; if needed, check the current situation before your visit. If particular beach conditions are important to your plans, ask about the latest information in advance.

The two local points of interest also differ in their seasonal relevance: the church is characterized by its historical classification, while the shade at the beach is specifically associated with hot summer days. Take this seasonal aspect into account when considering Poljana as a destination for your travel dates.

In the wider destination of Preko

The remains of the medieval Fortress of St. Michael stand on Mount Sv. Mihovil in Preko, on the island of Ugljan. A three-kilometre paved road leads to it and is suitable for cars, bicycles, and pedestrians. From the fortress, the view extends across more than 200 islands of the Zadar archipelago and Kornati National Park. The mode of travel and the scenic highlight can therefore be considered separately: the road information describes access, while the view describes the outlook at the destination.

In Muline Bay on Ugljan, there are remains of a Roman villa, a late antique mausoleum, and an early Christian basilica, as well as a monumental structure for olive oil processing from the 1st century. The date refers to the olive oil processing structure; the other archaeological terms represent separate historical classifications. This highlights the diversity of the archaeological heritage there.

Cycle route 101, the Antiquity Trail, starts in the centre of Ugljan, in Lučino selo. It is 16.2 kilometres long, and the cycling time is approximately one hour and 30 minutes. You can factor both the distance and approximate duration into your day’s plans.

Jadrolinija’s passenger ferry route connects the centre of Zadar with Preko. There are numerous daily departures, and the crossing takes about 25 minutes. As timetables and services may change, check the latest departure information before your trip.

Discover more destinations: Lukoran, Preko, Ugljan, Sutomišćica, Sestrunj.

Go to the wider travel overview: Preko.