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Church of the Holy Cross, Nin

Nin, Croatia

History

A tiny 9th-century church, often called the smallest cathedral in the world, in the lagoon town of Nin. The old centre sits on an island reached by stone bridges; sandy beaches and salt pans are nearby.

Nearest town
Nin, Croatia
Category
History & culture
GPS
44.2417, 15.1822

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Croatia: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Ninska LagunaCampsite
    1 km from Church of the Holy Cross, Nin
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Camp PinetaCampsite
    7 km from Church of the Holy Cross, Nin · 30 pitches
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalDogs allowed
  • Camping MiočićCampsite
    11 km from Church of the Holy Cross, Nin
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
  • Premium Camping ZadarMotorhome stopover
    12 km from Church of the Holy Cross, Nin · 2,700 pitches
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Camp ŠibuljinaCampsite
    17 km from Church of the Holy Cross, Nin
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
  • Camp NavisCampsite
    17 km from Church of the Holy Cross, Nin
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal

All campsites in Croatia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Church of the Holy Cross, Nin?

Church of the Holy Cross, Nin is in Nin, Croatia, at GPS 44.2417, 15.1822. It is about 14 km from Zadar.

Can you camp near Church of the Holy Cross, Nin?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Kamp "Nin", about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 68 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Church of the Holy Cross, Nin?

Church of the Holy Cross, Nin is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Northern Dalmatia: Paklenica, Krka and Trogir.

What is there to see near Church of the Holy Cross, Nin?

Places worth a stop nearby: Sea Organ (14 km), Paklenica National Park (23 km), Plitvička jezera (76 km) and Skradinski buk (79 km).

When is the best time to visit Church of the Holy Cross, Nin?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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