Biokovo Nature Park - Viewpoint Skywalk

The Skywalk observation deck, embedded in the heart of the Biokovo National Park in Croatia, represents a superb architectural experience with a spectacular view of the natural beauty of Dalmatia. This extraordinary glass viewpoint rises above the peaks of Biokovo. The Skywalk observation point is located in the area of Ravna Vlaska, at an altitude of 1,228 meters, right next to the information center, at kilometer 13 of the Biokovska road. There is also a geological column at the lookout point with a 3D cross-section of the rocks that form Biokova. The pillar shows a cross-section from its creation to...

Makarska - Coastal promenade

Brela

Brela is a village, municipality and small port located in the Split-Dalmatia County. A small tourist area in the extreme west of the Makarska Riviera offers a wealth of crystal clear sea, natural pebble beaches and the smell and beauty of dense pine forest. The forest area is largely a protected cultural heritage area. Numerous hiking trails intertwine from the promenade by the sea, through the old hamlets of the proud Dalmatian culture, all the way to the mighty peaks of Mount Biokovo. Due to its natural and cultural richness, Brela has played an important role in the tourism of the Makarska Riviera...

Makarska - Forest Park Osejava

Makarska is located in the center of the most popular riviera of central Dalmatia, halfway between Dubrovnik and Split. Pebble beaches in this area are among the most beautiful in Croatia. Mount Biokovo proudly rises above the city with the highest peak of St. Jure. In this area there is a spectacular viewpoint that has a glass platform for walking, called the Skywalk. Makarska developed from a natural harbor protected by the Osejava and Sveti Petar peninsulas. In summer, the town is very lively. On the promenade along the two-kilometer beach, there are many restaurants, bars, clubs, and entertainment...

Podgora

Podgora is a small tourist and fishing village located in the very center of the Makarska Riviera and is considered the most beautiful place in the area. It lies southeast of Makarska on the road Split - Dubrovnik. It belongs to the Split-Dalmatia County. The town is divided into two parts, Upper (Old) Podgora and Lower Podgora. It was first mentioned in written sources in 1571 as one of the cities under the protection of Venice after the Turkish defeat in the Battle of Lepanto. Tombstones from that time can be seen in the cemetery near the church of St. Tekla. The name Podgora comes from its location ...

Makarska - Town Beach

Makarska is a popular tourist town and port. It is located at the foot of the Biokovo mountain range on the main Split-Dubrovnik road and belongs to the Split-Dalmatia County. The place is characterized by a diverse gastronomic offer and numerous entertainment, cultural and sports events. In the area of Makarska, all beaches are pebbly, with the exception of cement and stone surfaces, which are also used for swimming. There are no sandy beaches in this area. The most beautiful beaches in Makarska are the town beach, Nugal nudist beach, Osejava peninsula beach, Ramova and Cvitacka nudist bays, Kraljev g...

Gradac

Gradac is a small coastal settlement located under Mount Rilic in the southeastern area of the Makarska Riviera. It belongs to the Split-Dalmatia County. It lies halfway between Dubrovnik and Split. The town of Makarska is about 40 km north, the town of Ploce is 12 km south of Graz. The municipality consists of the settlements of Drvenik, Podaca, Zaostrog, Brist and Gradac and represents the end of the Makarska Riviera. The Graz area was already inhabited in prehistoric times. Stone mounds from the Bronze and Early Iron Ages were found in this area. During the reign of the Romans, Gradac probably belon...