Saplunara is characterized by several sandy beaches and a rare coastal sand habitat. For travelers looking to find a hotel in Saplunara, this means that specific local features take center stage: beaches, dunes, nature, and the history of the place.
Beaches and Nature
Velika Saplunara Beach is 150 meters long. Velika Saplunara, Mala Saplunara, and the beach at Blace (Limuni) are sandy beaches. Saplunara Beach is natural and sandy; its features include free parking as well as a nearby restaurant and a nearby anchorage.
Blace contains Croatia's largest and best-preserved sand dunes. Saplunara is one of the few remaining coastal sand habitats in Croatia.
History and Tradition
Saplunara was founded after the Second World War as a harbor for the residents of Korita. A local tradition holds that Saint Paul gave Mljet's Saplunara its name after landing on the island following a shipwreck.
Geographical Setting
The surrounding area of Saplunara includes Katine Staje, Otok Jakljan, Pjenak, Sveti Liberan, Gospa od Kamena, and Otočić Borovac. Otok Preč is located near Saplunara. In the wider regional surroundings of Saplunara are Sveti Ilija and Sveti Mihailo.
Getting Around
Blaca Bay, also known as Limuni, is a 20-minute walk from Saplunara.
