Makarska

Town · Split-Dalmatia County, 🇭🇷 Croatia

Population 13,301

Area 36 km²

Time zone Europe/Zagreb

Official website www.makarska.hr

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Grad Makarska Unmissables

Makarska is centered around a deep horseshoe-shaped bay at the foot of the Biokovo Mountains. This selection covers the town's historical core, including the baroque Co-cathedral of St. Mark and the central Kačić Square, as well as the rugged peaks of Biokovo Nature Park. Notable landmarks include the secluded Nugal beach, the 19th-century Sveti Petar lighthouse, and traditional Dalmatian taverns serving regional seafood in the old town.

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Makarska Peaks & Viewpoints

The Biokovo mountain range towers over the Makarska Riviera, characterized by dramatic karst topography and significant elevation gains. This list features the range's most prominent summits, including Sveti Jure, the second-highest peak in Croatia at 1,762 meters. These peaks offer panoramic views of the Adriatic islands and the Bosnian hinterland. The terrain is defined by deep sinkholes, limestone pavements, and rare endemic plant species protected within the Biokovo Nature Park.

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Makarska Beaches & Coastline

Makarska's coastline is defined by the Biokovo mountain range meeting the Adriatic Sea, creating a series of natural pebble beaches and rocky coves. This selection includes the secluded Nugal beach, accessible via forest trails, and the 19th-century St. Peter Lighthouse peninsula. The northern Cvitačka area offers several designated clothing-optional zones (FKK) sheltered by pine forests, while Ramova provides expansive pebble shores with clear, shallow waters.

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Makarska Religious Sites

Makarska’s religious heritage is centered around the 18th-century Baroque Co-cathedral of St. Mark and the Franciscan monastery, which dates back to the 15th century. Significant sites include the Vepric Shrine, established in 1908 within a natural cave to resemble Lourdes. The area is also home to several historic chapels such as St. Jerome and St. Martin, many of which are situated on the slopes of the Biokovo mountain range, reflecting the region’s long-standing Roman Catholic traditions.

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