Peljesac Peninsula  

     Sprawling over 355 sq km, the Peljesac Peninsula is the largest peninsula in Dalmatia. Relatively underpopulated, the peninsula faces Korcula Island and its high peaks protect Korcula and the southeastern coast of the peninsula frrom rough northerly winds. The dry terrain is covered with macchia in the north and dotted with vineyards, olive orchards and fruit trees in the south.

     Unlike other parts of southern Dalmatia which have been wholly given over to tourism, the Peljesac Peninsula retains a thriving agricultural business. Dingac and Postup wine from Peljesac are appreciated throughout Croatia and the farmed oysters and shellfish from Ston attract gastonomes from afar.

     Peljesac offers myriad opportunities for outdoor activities. Orebic is famed for its long, sandy beach and makes a good base to explore the peninsula and neighbouring Korcula Town. Viganj has some of the best windsurfing in Croatia off its pebble shores. Climbers can test their skills on 961m high Smijino Brdo (Sveti Ilija).

Getting to the Peljesac Peninsula

      There are no flights to the peninsula; the nearest airport is Split airport. If you're coming from Dubrovnik in the south you can simply drive onto the Peljesac peninsula. Coming from Split in the north, you'll need to take the ferry from Ploce to Trpanj. Frequent Jadrolinija ferries make the short trip. Plans are afoot to connect the peninsula by bridge with the mainland but that won't happen for a few more years.

Where to Go in the Peljesac Peninsula

Back to Top