Brač
Accommodation in Brač
Brač combines diverse coastal landscapes with a distinctive stoneworking tradition and a long cultural history. Hundreds of beaches and coves, many kilometres of cycling and hiking trails, as well as museums and historic buildings give your trip a variety of possible focuses.
Brač at a glance
Brač is a Dalmatian island with both pebble and sandy beaches, as well as unspoilt rocky coves. The island is criss-crossed by several hundred kilometres of cycling and hiking trails. Vidova Gora reaches 778 metres and is the highest mountain among the Adriatic islands. Cultural attractions include the Museum of the Island of Brač in the defensive fortress of Radojković and the Olive Oil Museum in Škrip. Pučišća is known for its centuries-old stonemasonry school.
Which coastal landscape suits your trip?
The beaches and coves vary in character: Brač has developed pebble and sandy beaches, as well as unspoilt rocky coves. The variety of coastal stretches makes choosing a beach its own part of planning your trip, rather than treating all bathing spots as alike.
A range of activities is also available on the sea and around the nearby islands: sailing, water skiing, diving and kayaking. This selection appeals to travellers who want to combine their stay with water sports. When planning your stay, you can choose which activity to make your personal focus.
What do the trails and mountain landscape offer?
Cycling and hiking trails criss-cross the entire island, spanning several hundred kilometres in total. This makes Brač interesting not only for a beach holiday, but also for travellers who want to explore the island on foot or by bike. This figure refers to the entire network of cycling and hiking trails, not to a single route. When planning, you can first decide whether you want to focus more on the coast, outdoor activities, or a mix of both.
Vidova Gora is a prominent landmark in the landscape. The mountain is 778 metres high and is considered the highest mountain among the Adriatic islands. Its height sets it apart from the beaches and coves as a natural attraction in its own right. Together with the extensive trail network, it gives the island a distinct appeal for travellers interested in landscapes and hiking.
What culture and history can you discover?
The Museum of the Island of Brač, now housed in the defensive fortress of Radojković, displays items from Kopačina Cave, Roman tombstones, nautical charts and various handicrafts from Brač. These different objects represent various aspects of the island’s history and everyday life. At the Olive Oil Museum in Škrip, visitors can taste and buy olive oil and other local foods.
In Pučišća, the centuries-old stonemasonry school is presented as a place where you can learn more about Brač stone. The stonemasonry tradition is another cultural highlight alongside the museum collections. The Church of the Holy Saviour was built in the 9th century and is considered one of Croatia’s most significant pre-Romanesque buildings. Brač’s history dates back to antiquity; the island is considered one of Croatia’s richest in culture.
What makes Brač’s cuisine distinctive?
The island’s culinary traditions include olive oil, sheep’s and goat’s cheese, spit-roasted lamb and various desserts. Recipes are passed down from generation to generation. A particularly distinctive dish is Vitalac: made from lamb or goat offal, it is one of Brač’s most important culinary traditions. Those who want to discover the regional cuisine will find both ingredients and dishes with broader traditions, as well as a clearly defined island speciality.
Which parts of the island would you like to explore further?
For a closer look at the island’s different areas, find pages about its municipalities here: Municipality of Milna, Municipality of Selca, Municipality of Bol, Municipality of Nerežišća, Municipality of Supetar, Municipality of Pučišća and Municipality of Sutivan. The municipality guides can help you focus your search on a more specific part of the island.
FAQ
What types of beaches are there on Brač?
The island has developed pebble and sandy beaches, as well as unspoilt rocky coves.
How high is Vidova Gora?
Vidova Gora is 778 metres high and the highest mountain among the Adriatic islands.
What water sports are available on Brač?
Activities mentioned include sailing, water skiing, diving and kayaking on the sea and around the nearby islands.
What can you experience at the Olive Oil Museum in Škrip?
Visitors can taste and buy olive oil and other local foods there.
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