Description

Fenoliga is a small uninhabited islet just south-west of Cape Kamenjak, the southernmost point of Istria. Low and flat, it covers about 24,500 square metres, with just over 600 metres of rocky coastline and a highest point of only 6 metres above the sea. There are no buildings, roads or facilities, only stone, low shrubs and the sound of the open sea.

What makes this tiny island special lies at your feet. Fenoliga is one of the richest sites of dinosaur footprints in Europe, preserved in the limestone along its southern shore, where prehistoric animals once walked across soft coastal mud. Fossils of rudists, ancient reef-building shellfish, have been found here too.

The northern and eastern sides are cut into small rocky coves with a pebbly seabed and exceptionally clear water, perfect for snorkeling on calm days. Below the surface, the islet’s reef drops down to 40 metres, making it a popular dive site.

Fenoliga is best visited as a stop on a boat or kayak trip around Kamenjak, ideally combined with the Porer Lighthouse. Keep in mind that strong currents can run between the islet and the mainland, so only swim when the sea is calm.