Stankovci: Hotels and Accommodation

Nature and Geographical Setting

The municipality of Stankovci is located near the sea and Vransko jezero Nature Park. In the vicinity of Stankovci, Vransko jezero Nature Park records 256 bird species, including 102 species that breed in the park. Also in the vicinity of Stankovci, the nature park offers a cycling path of around 40 km around the lake. County road ŽC6068 connects Stankovci with Pirovac.

History

The settlement of Stankovci emerged in the Middle Ages below Velim Fortress. From 1546 until the beginning of the Morean War in 1684, Stankovci was under Ottoman rule; in the 16th century, the place was the scene of Venetian-Ottoman conflicts. In 1747, a new Catholic parish was established in Stankovci within the Diocese of Skradin.

Culture

Velika Gradina in Stankovci is a prehistoric hillfort settlement. The Church of St. Mary in the cemetery in Stankovci is an important cultural monument. The parish church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Stankovci was built in 1885.

The silent circle dance ritual Nijemo kolo from Stankovci is known as “Kolanje.” Nijemo kolo is performed without musical accompaniment, is considered a local marker of identity, and is increasingly being passed down from generation to generation through cultural associations. The KUD “VINAC” from Stankovci is associated with the silent kolo from the Dalmatian hinterland.

Wine and Events

Growing grapevines is an agricultural activity in Stankovci. Vinkovo is a recurring wine-tasting tradition in Stankovci; in 2026, the 29th edition took place. As a wine tasting of North Dalmatian wines, Vinkovo took place on January 31, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the cultural center in Stankovci.

The folklore event “Stankovci, milo selo pod gradinom” took place in its 21st edition in 2023 and its 23rd edition in 2025.

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To the broader travel overview: Općina Stankovci.