Vrgada: Hotels and Accommodations

Vrgada is an island with a varied coastline, wooded areas, and bays. Anyone wishing to book a hotel in Vrgada can then continue searching for accommodation.

Nature

More than two-thirds of Vrgada's area is covered by dense pine forest. The coastline varies: there are steeper shores in the southwest and flatter shores in the northeast, as well as wooded areas and bays such as Sveti Andrija, Luka, and Kranje. Kranje is a large bay on the southern side of Vrgada.

Podbrizi Beach has reddish-golden sand formed by soil erosion. Its vegetation provides both sunlight and natural shade. The beach is located on the Saint Andrew Trail and can be reached on foot from the center of Vrgada.

Culture and History

The Church of the Holy Trinity on Vrgada is under preventive cultural heritage protection and was completed in 1687. It stands on Sudujam Hill and offers views of the sea. Vrgada is also home to a pre-Romanesque church from the 9th century dedicated to Saint Andrew.

The remains of a Byzantine fortress called Gradina are located at the highest point of Vrgada. A footpath leads from the Church of Saint Andrew through olive groves to the remains of this Byzantine military fortress on Gradina Hill. The Saint Andrew Trail leads to the old Croatian Church of Saint Andrew in the bay of the same name. Vrgada is also home to the remains of Damiani Castle from the 17th century.

The Chapel of Gospe od Zdravlja on Vrgada contains an image of the Madonna and Child in the Byzantine style, decorated with a silver repoussé covering and gemstones. On Vrgada, Gospa od Zdravlja is venerated and celebrated every year on November 21.

Trails and Experiences

The Garma Trail follows a shaded path through fields and olive groves to the Garma fishing harbor. The Kranja Trail leads through a rocky labyrinth with dense pine forest and moss to the picturesque Kranja Bay. In summer, free guided walks are offered on Vrgada, sharing stories about the island.

When diving in the turquoise sea around Vrgada, visitors can look for seahorses and yellow sponges. Events on Vrgada include “Vrgadinske užonce.” The restored old boat “Sv. Andrija” was used for excursions.

Island Life

Vrgada can be reached by boat from Pakoštane. There are no cars on Vrgada. Since 1909, it has continuously been home to the oldest fishing cooperative on the Adriatic coast.

More local pages for searching for accommodation: Pakostane, Drage.

To the higher-level travel overview: Općina Pakoštane.