Kirchen und Kapellen auf Šolta

Historic Churches & Chapels

Šolta's religious architecture spans from early medieval chapels to neoclassical parish churches. These sites are distributed across the island's inland villages like Grohote and Gornje Selo, as well as coastal settlements like Stomorska and Maslinica. Many of these stone structures serve as landmarks for local maritime traditions and pilgrimage sites, featuring traditional Dalmatian masonry and historical altarpieces.

Crkva svetoga Stjepana Prvomučenika

Large parish church in Grohote built between 1914 and 1917 on the site of a previous structure. It serves as the primary religious center for the island's largest village.

Crkva Gospe od očišćenja

A historic cemetery church in Grohote, also known as the Church of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

crkva sv. Nikole

Built in 1870, this church in the coastal village of Stomorska is dedicated to the patron saint of sailors and travelers.

Crkva sv. Petra

Neoclassical parish church in Gornje Selo dating to the mid-19th century, featuring a prominent bell tower.

Gospa od Stomorja

A medieval pilgrimage chapel located in a valley between Gornje Selo and Stomorska, historically significant as a local votive site.

Sv. Martin

Small stone church in Donje Selo exhibiting late Gothic architectural elements.

Sv. Nikola

Situated on a hill overlooking Maslinica, this 18th-century church was built as part of the Marchi family's fortified settlement.

Sv. Jele

A modest stone chapel located in the village of Donje Selo, dedicated to Saint Helen.

Sv.Mihovil

A small medieval chapel located in the fields between Grohote and Donje Selo, representing early local religious architecture.