Ciovo: Cycling, Beaches and Cultural Heritage

• The “Mystique of the island” route is 33.6 km long and reaches an elevation of 565 m above sea level.
• Toć is a two-kilometre-long pebble beach with a promenade.
• A bridge connects Ciovo to Trogir; Arbanija is well connected by boat during the summer months.

Route 35, “Mystique of the island,” runs across Ciovo through Okrug Gornji, Okrug Donji, Žedno, Arbanija and Slatine. At 33.6 km long and reaching an elevation of 565 m above sea level, it is a practical option for travellers who want to include a longer cycle in their plans. The stated elevation describes a point reached by the route; on its own, it says nothing about the duration or difficulty.

There are also numerous paths on Ciovo for cycling and hiking in nature. This lets you choose between a named route and other paths without shaping your entire holiday around a single trail. The lush Mediterranean vegetation gives the island its own distinctive landscape.

Toć is a two-kilometre-long pebble beach with a promenade. In addition, most of Trogir’s beaches are in Arbanija on the island of Ciovo, and Ciovo also has numerous unexplored beaches. These different descriptions offer several coastal features to consider when planning your trip, without implying a specific beach route.

Those interested in diving will find another distinct activity: the Trogir Diving Center organises dives from Mavarčica Bay in Okrug Gornji. With professional support and suitable equipment, you can explore Ciovo’s underwater area. Dalmatian konobas in Okrug serve seafood and wine from the region.

Historic buildings include numerous pre-Romanesque churches. The hermitage sanctuary of Gospe od Prizidnica dates from the 16th century and lies on the southern side of Ciovo, on a sea-facing rocky cliff. The Dominican monastery and the Church of the Holy Cross also date from the 15th century.

The Church of Sv. Tudor is on the coast at the end of Saldun Bay. Its construction may date back to the 6th century; archaeological excavations also uncovered a layer from an older church beneath the existing one. The Church of Crkva sv. Ivana Krstitelja in Okrug Donji features late Renaissance architectural details: a moulded door lintel, a rose window and a bell gable. It stands on the old road leading to the coastal landing at Stari porat. According to Pavao Andreis, the Racetini family’s country estate complex in Pantera Bay was built in 1650.

Events for children are also among the activities mentioned: the Okruške ljetne večeri programme includes a week of suitable workshops and performances. These take place mainly at the beach and in the port of Toć in Okrug Gornji.

To compare other destinations, you can also visit the pages for Istria County, Požega-Slavonia County, Brod-Posavina, Dugi Otok, Lošinj, Vir, Molat and Pag.

How long is the “Mystique of the island” route?

Route 35 is 33.6 km long and reaches an elevation of 565 m above sea level.

Where is Toć beach?

Toć is a two-kilometre-long pebble beach with a promenade, located in Okrug Gornji.

Which historic buildings can visitors interested in culture discover?

The buildings mentioned include Gospe od Prizidnica, the Dominican monastery, the Church of the Holy Cross, and the churches of Sv. Tudor and Crkva sv. Ivana Krstitelja.

How is Ciovo connected to Trogir?

A bridge connects Ciovo to Trogir. Arbanija is well connected by boat during the summer months.

For the broader travel overview: Croatia.