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Practical info — Gornje Raštane

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Gornje Raštane is in the fertile Ravni Kotari region; visit local family farms for an authentic wine tasting.
Explore the vineyards by bike; the flat roads in the hinterland are well-suited for cycling away from the coast.
Visit the traditional Benkovac Fair on the 10th of every month for the full local experience.
Ask at local family farms (OPGs) for fresh homemade bread known as 'priška'.
Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Vrana Lake (Vransko Jezero), just a short drive away.

🍽 Food

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Peka

Lamb or veal slow-cooked under a bell-shaped lid with potatoes and local olive oil.

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Maraština

An excellent local white wine variety that thrives in the region's red soil.

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Ninski Šokol

Dry-cured pork neck marinated in red wine, a unique specialty of the Zadar hinterland.

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Ecological wines

Purchase award-winning wines directly from Winery Škaulj in nearby Nadin.

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Maraska cherry products

Liqueurs or jams made from the famous local Maraska cherries.

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Domestic garlic

The region is famous for its flavorful garlic; buy it directly from local farmers.

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Ravni Kotari vineyards

Peaceful walks through the endless rows of grapevines surrounding the village.

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Rural chapels

Small historic churches in the vicinity offer silence and shade.

Gornje Raštane is located in the fertile plain of Ravni Kotari, a region that has formed the agricultural center of Northern Dalmatia for centuries. The village is handy for travelers looking for an authentic rural atmosphere while still appreciating the proximity to the coast. Biograd na Moru and the beaches of the Adriatic are just a few kilometers away. The landscape is characterized by olive groves, vineyards, and orchards that take advantage of the mild Mediterranean climate. The architecture of the village shows typical Dalmatian stone houses, many of which have been carefully restored. In the surrounding area, there are numerous cycling and hiking trails leading through the flat to gently rolling landscape. The local population is proud of their production of wine (especially the Maraština variety) and first-class olive oil. Gornje Raštane has peace away from mass tourism and is an excellent starting point to explore the nearby Krka National Park or the Vrana Lake Nature Park.