We don’t know about you, but whenever we travel, we love buying a souvenir that will remind us of the place we've been. It could be a decorative item for our home or something practical like clothing, food, or drinks. With the rich tradition and culture of the island of Krk, everyone can find the perfect souvenir for themselves or their loved ones.
Souvenir shops, market stalls, galleries, and boutiques can be found around almost every corner. Here are some traditional souvenirs we’d choose ourselves as long-lasting reminders of beautiful Croatia and the island of Krk.
Liquid Gold
Olive oil – no need to say much about this liquid gold. In addition to its positive effects on the heart and circulation, olive oil slows aging, has anti-inflammatory properties, and benefits digestion. Krk is home to around 120,000 olive trees, producing about 130,000 liters of oil annually.
Homemade brandies and liqueurs – among the most popular are fig brandy, olive liqueur, walnut brandy, and liqueur made from Vrbnička žlahtina. Try them on the island or take a bottle home for a special occasion.
Vrbnička žlahtina – the most famous white wine from the island, originating from the Vrbnik region. This golden drop makes a perfect gift or keepsake.
Delicacies
Pralines and chocolates – a great souvenir idea: pralines featuring Krk’s cultural and natural landmarks, or chocolate seals with the Frankopan noble family’s coat of arms, enriched with native Krk aromas.
Smokvenjak – a traditional sweet made from dried figs.
Krk prosciutto – its uniqueness lies in being salted with wild island herbs, never smoked, matured in the skin, and dried in the Krk bora wind.
Jewelry
Earrings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches – all featuring motifs and symbols characteristic of Krk.
Souvenirs made of ceramics or stone
Such as the bukaleta (wine jug), dolls in traditional costumes, bowls, magnets, vases, candleholders, and more.
Fragrances of Krk
Enjoy the scents of Krk even after returning home. Lavender, fig, sage, and pine are the most iconic – take them home as scented sachets, teas, or essential oils made from Krk’s herbs.
In addition to those listed, there are many more interesting souvenirs, each telling its own story. You’ll also find cotton t-shirts printed with traditional dessert recipes, decorative pillows inspired by island folk motifs, paintings and sketches, model ships and ships in bottles, sailor’s knot boards, mirrors, lamps, bags, picture books – and much more. Krk souvenirs are unique and authentic. Find and buy your special memento to remember a magical holiday on the island of Krk.
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