Madonna del Mare Statue

Madonna del Mare Statue is a unique monument with a fascinating history, located in the picturesque Svetog Jakov Park in Opatija.

The statue was originally erected to watch over the soul of Count Arthur Kesselstadt, who disappeared during a storm in 1891. The current statue, also known as the 'Girl with the Seagull,' replaced the original Madonna del Mare in 1956 and has become a symbol of the Kvarner region.

While strolling along the Lungomare seaside promenade, be sure to stop by this charming monument, which tells the dramatic story of maritime tragedies.