Most of our experiences in Croatia will follow over the next few weeks. As we complete the Hrvatska segment and head for Hungary, our stay close to the Paklenica National Park revealed much about Croatia and ourselves, too. After two major hikes (twenty-five miles and 6,700 feet elevation gain ) and an additional lesser one, only ten miles, we realized should we not depart on our own accord, it's quite possible that we would have to be carried out. The park is not for the faint-hearted, soft undersoles, or hikes less than 7-8 hours per day. Cliffs, drop-offs and much rock climbing will lead to the inevitable. We'll return though—there are some real big ones for which overnight stays on the mountain are essential. All-in-all, a fascinating experience in a country we enjoyed although did not understand.
Jen "climbing the wall"
Having climbed about 2,800 feet by then, the reward of sitting in such position and absorbing the sights is phenomenal.
Away from the crowds, we climb above the lakes and glean rewards, Plitvicka.
"Mountain high, (head in the clouds), river deep."
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
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