Karlobag with its Adriatic Riviera is located beneath Velebit Mountain. With beautiful coast and crystal clear sea, there are a few attractions in its hinterland, out of which Velebit needs to be pointed out, which is declared World Biosphere Resort in the area above Karlobag.For mountain lovers it is possible to hike on marked trails: in south direction towards Paklenica National Park, or in north direction towards Premužic trail and further. Except hiking it is also possible to go on a field trip to visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, or to the island of Pag at 1.8 km distance from Karlobag. Capuchin monastery in Karlobag treasures valuable paintings. St. Joseph church built in 1713 in times of Leopold I, with architectural ornaments from 18th century, and the chapel of Virgin Mary of the Sorrows. On a knoll above there are ruins of medieval fort 'Fortica', and also ruins of parish church of St. Charles of Boromej built in 1615.
