Valun

Valun is a small fishing village on the southern side of Cres, ideal for a slow seaside stop, a short walk, and a beach break. Official tourism sources describe it as a picturesque village known for the Valun Tablet in St Mark’s church and for its access to two pebble beaches. ([visitcres.hr](https://www.visitcres.hr/hrvaska-otok-cres/mjesta-cres/valun.aspx?utm_source=openai))

Why go

Valun is not a place to rush through. Its harbour setting, stone houses, narrow lanes, and compact shoreline create a calm island feel. The visit works well as part of a wider day trip with Cres town or other small settlements on the western side of the island. ([visitcres.hr](https://www.visitcres.hr/hrvaska-otok-cres/mjesta-cres/valun.aspx?utm_source=openai))

What to see

The key stop is St Mark’s church at the Bućevo cemetery, where the Valun Tablet was found. That find is one of the oldest Glagolitic monuments and is central to the village’s identity. The parish church in the centre and the waterfront are the easiest places for a relaxed look around. ([visitvalun.com](https://visitvalun.com/about/?utm_source=openai))

What to expect

Valun is small, and in season it becomes livelier because of swimming, dining, and day visitors, but it still feels simple and low-key. For parking, the official tourism page for Raca beach says there is a parking area before the village, with about a 5-minute downhill walk to the beach; parking can fill up in high season. ([visitcres.hr](https://www.visitcres.hr/otok-cres/plaze-otok-cres/plaza-valun-cres-racije.aspx?utm_source=openai))