Active Spring with Sports, Nature, and Recreation

This spring, Novi Vinodolski becomes the center of recreation, health, and fun, as the new edition of the beloved event FIT4NOVI arrives! From April to June, you can expect a rich program filled with Nordic walking, educational workshops, sports tournaments, and unforgettable musical moments.

It all begins on Saturday, April 19th, with Nordic walking through the Wine Valley, perfect for nature and recreation lovers. And for those who want to refresh themselves after the walk, Pavlomir Winery has prepared a tasting menu at a promotional price of 15.00 EUR per person. But that’s just the beginning! Enjoy three more unforgettable walks through the most beautiful trails of this area – on April 26th, explore the Heavenly Labyrinths, on May 10th, walk the Degenia Trail, and on May 24th, stroll along the Medicinal Herbs Path. All tours start at 10:00 AM, walking poles are provided, and no registration is required – just come and enjoy!

For those eager to learn something new, we have prepared three interesting workshops. On Wednesday, April 23rd, at 6:00 PM at the City Hall of Novi Vinodolski, the book will be presented, and an inspiring workshop titled “Healthy and Strong After 40: Practical Steps for Vitality” by Zorana Jagodić will be held. The workshop is free, but registration is required via email at ured@tz-novi-vinodolski.hr. Creative minds will have their chance on May 11th at 5:00 PM, when they can create their own mini-ecosystem (terrarium) at the Novi Vinodolski Tourist Board space. Registration is mandatory via email at info@paintandsip.hr, and the workshop costs 10.00 EUR. Nature cosmetics enthusiasts should not miss the workshop on May 14th at 5:00 PM, where they will learn how to make hand, face, and body creams. The workshop will be held at the Novi Vinodolski Tourist Board space and is free, with mandatory registration via email at ured@tz-novi-vinodolski.hr.

The grand finale of FIT4NOVI is reserved for a sporty extended weekend from May 29th to June 1st, when the town will live in the rhythm of competition and recreation. You can expect tournaments in tennis, table tennis, chess, handball, and football, presentations of various sports, recreational workshops for all ages, a trail race on Saturday, and a cycling race on ice on Sunday. Special emphasis will be placed on the second edition of the Novi Trail 2025 race, which has become part of the FIT4NOVI event and will take place on Saturday, May 31st, at 10:00 AM. Registrations are possible via the website https://www.runcroatia.hr/utrke/novi-trail-2025. The race will have two routes: 5 km and 11.5 km, while children’s races will be held on 100 m and 200 m along the Korzo of Croatian Veterans and will start at 12:30 PM. Registrations are open, and the winners will receive great prizes from the event’s sponsors! In addition to the sports challenge, runners can enjoy special offers – a 10% discount on accommodation at Hotel Lišanj during the trail period, promotional wine tasting packages at Pavlomir Winery, and a 15% discount at Admiral Restaurant and Pizzeria Bistro Đir.

On Saturday, May 31st, the atmosphere will heat up with a concert by Giuliano and the Diktatori band. You can expect an evening filled with hits, great energy, and dancing until the late hours!

This year, FIT4NOVI also brings a gastronomic note, with a focus on healthier meal options – in line with the event’s motto – sport and recreation. During the event, from April 19th to June 1st, several restaurants will offer menus specially designed for this purpose. You can taste healthy menus at the following establishments: Bistro Pizzeria Đir (Novi Vinodolski), Konoba Navigare (Klenovica), Mirakul (Novi Vinodolski), Admiral Restaurant (Marina Novi, Novi Vinodolski), and Marnie (Novi Vinodolski). We believe everyone will find something to their liking!

The event is organized by the Novi Vinodolski Tourist Board, with co-organizers the City of Novi Vinodolski, the Cultural Center of Novi Vinodolski, various sports associations and clubs from the Novi Vinodolski area, the Novi Korak Association, Run Croatia, and the Nordic Walking Team Opatija. Partners of the event include the Kvarner Tourist Board and the Croatian Tourist Board.

FIT4NOVI 2025 brings together nature, sports, education, and great fun! Join us in Novi Vinodolski and experience unforgettable spring moments on the sports fields, in nature, and among great people. See you there!