Neretva-Kanal Highlights

Neretva Channel Essentials

The Neretva Channel connects the fertile Neretva delta with the Adriatic Sea, serving as a gateway to southern Dalmatia. This selection features the major transport hub of Ploče and its ferry links to the Pelješac peninsula. Key highlights include the medieval fortifications of Korčula Town, the seven interconnected Baćina Lakes, and the organic vineyards of the Komarna wine region. The area is defined by a mix of maritime history, Venetian-inspired architecture, and significant cultural sites like the birthplace of poet Tin Ujević.

Neretva Channel Essentials — Karte

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Ploče

A major Adriatic seaport and transport hub. It serves as the primary ferry terminal connecting mainland Croatia to Trpanj on the Pelješac peninsula.

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Vinarija Rizman

Family-owned organic winery in the Komarna region. The modern facility includes a tasting room and terrace with views over the Adriatic and the Pelješac Bridge.

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Trpanj

Coastal settlement on the northern side of the Pelješac peninsula that serves as the arrival point for ferries departing from the port of Ploče.

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Marco Polo house

Part of a 13th-century residential complex in Korčula’s old town. Local tradition identifies this site as the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo.

Anto / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Trstenica Beach

Crystal clear water, sand and pebbles are Trstenica's highlights. The water access is easy and ideal for children.

Hedwig Storch / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Baćina Lakes

The Baćina lakes are located in Dalmatia, Croatia. The lakes are named after the inland town of Baćina close to the port city of Ploče.

Añtó| Àntó / Public domain

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Orebic

One of Croatia's finest resorts. The sandy beaches are extraordinary and the small bays provide privacy from the crowds.

Mario Žamić / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Tinova kula

A 19th-century stone tower in Vrgorac. It is preserved as a cultural heritage site and the birthplace of the renowned Croatian poet Tin Ujević.

miss dawn Sandra foulkes / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Korcula Town Gate

Also known as Veliki Revelin, this 14th-century stone tower serves as the main southern entrance to the fortified old town of Korčula.

Ma▀▄Ga / CC BY 3.0

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Ploče

Ploče is a town and seaport in the Dubrovnik-Neretva County of Croatia.

Neoneo13 / Public domain

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Grad Korčula

The town's administrative center, housed within the historic Rector's Palace in the heart of the medieval walled city.

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Cathedral of St. Mark

The Cathedral of St. Mark also called Korčula Cathedral, is the Roman Catholic cathedral of Korčula, Croatia.

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Gornja Vala Beach

One of Makarska's best beaches, surrounded by pine and olive trees and protected from the unpleasant winds.