Join Us for the Opening of Camino Lika – A New Part of the Croatian Camino!
When? May 9–11, 2025
Where: Udbina – Podlapača – Bilaj – Smiljan (Lika region, Croatia)
We warmly invite you to be part of a special Camino pilgrimage at Camino Lika, new section of the Croatian Camino route! You can choose three inspiring days, for a walk through the stunning landscapes of Lika, visiting sacred sites, sharing stories, and celebrating the spirit of the Camino pilgrimage.
Whether you are a seasoned pilgrim or new to the Camino, this event offers a unique opportunity to experience the beauty of Croatia, connect with fellow pilgrims, and take time for personal reflection.
REGISTER HERE
PROGRAM:
9.05 Friday: Udbina – Podlapača 20 km
7:30 gathering and breakfast
8:15 pilgrim blessing and start of the walk towards Podlapača
Upon arrival, mass in Podlapača
Return to Udbina with organized bus transportation
Crypt of the Church of the Croatian Martyrs – Presentation of the book “Na Camino Croatia” by Viktorija Alagić
Organized accommodation in the hall of the elementary school in Udbina (on Friday and Saturday, sleeping bags required)
10.05 Saturday: Podlapača – Bilaj 24 km
7:00 Breakfast and transfer by bus from Udbina to Podlapača
8:00 Start of the walk from Podlapača to Bilaj
Upon arrival in Bilaj, return to Udbina with organized transportation
18:00 Holy Mass of the Church of the Croatian Martyrs Udbina by the Bishop of Gospić and Senj, mons. mr. Marko Medo
After the mass, dinner
20:00 Opening of the exhibition “Camino – The Path that Connects”
11.5. Sunday: Bilaj – Smiljan 18 km
7:00 transfer by bus from Udbina to Bilaj
8:00 mass in the church of St. James in Bilaj,
after mass breakfast
Approx. 15:00 expected arrival in Smiljan
Organized lunch and distribution of Compostela certificates for the Camino Lika
