Croatia, Velebit
A wild Velebit crossing of endless hairpins between the Zrmanja canyon and the sea.
Length
33 km
In miles
20.5 mi
Driving time
1 hr 2 min
Atlas rating
9.3 / 10
The run
Obrovac to Sveti Rok, following the D523. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Snow gates close the pass in winter
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 30 March 2026
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