Mali and Veli Drvenik are located in Central Dalmatia and lie eight kilometers from the port town of Trogir, from where ferries, among other modes, transport visitors to the islands. It is these two Adriatic islands which have scenically, largely unspoiled natural due to the fact that this region has not been fully tapped by tourism, that are considered pearls. In the coastal area there are numerous secluded coves and beaches to be explored, which can be reached with the boat or from surrounding areas by foot. The cottages situated far from civilization amidst the dreamy landscape make this island a perfect place for an idyll vacation. Both on Mali Drvenik and on Veli Drvenik there are restaurants and some grocery stores. Both islands are about 25 kilometers from Split and have already been inhabited since the 15th century by early settlers.
Drvenik Mali, also called Ploce (plate) by the local residents, is home to around 50 locals who are spread over several tiny settlements. The main city of this Dalmatian island is the port city of Borak, which has exactly what everyone needs to relax- picturesque landscapes. The island is 3.4 square kilometers, and at 79 meters above sea level, its highest point is called Glavica. On the Riviera, under the hot sun of the country many Mediterranean herbs and carob trees find the perfect conditions to flourish. Moreover, wine is grown here and there are numerous idyllic olive plantations.
The coast of Drvenik Mali is divided into several sections. The most beautiful sandy beach is to be found in the Vela Rina Bay, where often smaller yachts are moored. Additionally, tt is excellent for swimming and there is also the only restaurant on the island here.
Drvenik Veli is located between the channel of Solta, northwest of the island of the same name, and the channel of Drvenik. It is rockier than Drvenik Mali, but also has some pebbly and sandy beaches. The highest elevation, located in the eastern part of the 12-square-mile
Mali and Veli Drvenik are located in Central Dalmatia and lie eight kilometers from the port town of Trogir, from where ferries, among other modes, transport visitors to the islands. It is these two Adriatic islands which have scenically, largely unspoiled natural due to the fact that this region has not been fully tapped by tourism, that are considered pearls. In the coastal area there are numerous secluded coves and beaches to be explored, which can be reached with the boat or from surrounding areas by foot. The cottages situated far from civilization amidst the dreamy landscape make this island a perfect place for an idyll vacation. Both on Mali Drvenik and on Veli Drvenik there are restaurants and some grocery stores. Both islands are about 25 kilometers from Split and have already been inhabited since the 15th century by early settlers.
Drvenik Mali, also called Ploce (plate) by the local residents, is home to around 50 locals who are spread over several tiny settlements. The main city of this Dalmatian island is the port city of Borak, which has exactly what everyone needs to relax- picturesque landscapes. The island is 3.4 square kilometers, and at 79 meters above sea level, its highest point is called Glavica. On the Riviera, under the hot sun of the country many Mediterranean herbs and carob trees find the perfect conditions to flourish. Moreover, wine is grown here and there are numerous idyllic olive plantations.
The coast of Drvenik Mali is divided into several sections. The most beautiful sandy beach is to be found in the Vela Rina Bay, where often smaller yachts are moored. Additionally, tt is excellent for swimming and there is also the only restaurant on the island here.
Drvenik Veli is located between the channel of Solta, northwest of the island of the same name, and the channel of Drvenik. It is rockier than Drvenik Mali, but also has some pebbly and sandy beaches. The highest elevation, located in the eastern part of the 12-square-mile Riviera, is Buhalj, reaching up to 177 meters above sea level. This area is best suited for walking and exploring the countryside.
In the agricultural areas of the island fruit, vegetables, olive trees and wine are grown by around the 130 islanders, who also specialize in fishing. On the northwest side is the largest town on the Riviera, Drvenik Veliki, where you can see how the houses were built directly into a hillside. The most beautiful bays with sandy beaches on the island are Krknjysi, Mala Iuka, Drvenik and Solinska. In the Drvenik Bay yachts may dock, whereas captains of smaller ships prefer the Grabula Bay. On the island there are two restaurants where you can sit before and enjoy local dishes.
The entire scenic and unspoiled region is ideal for hiking, swimming, soaking up some sun and relaxing away the everyday stress. In the idyll of the two islands children enjoy splashing through the clear water, sandy beaches and seeing the diverse flora and fauna.
If you want to experience a little culture during your holidays, take a ferry across to the town of Trogir, which has a historic center surrounded by ramparts and has been an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. There is a castle, a tower, about ten churches and numerous palaces dating from numerous stylistic periods just waiting to be visited.
How to get there
Although Dvrenik Veli is located only about 1.8 kilometers from the mainland it, like its neighboring island of Drvenik Mali, is not connected by a bridge - both islands are accessible only by ferry. The relatively short distance does not mean, however, that the crossing is short. The 606 route from Jadrolinija connects Drvenik Mali to Drvenik Veli, as well as to Seget Donji on the mainland and Trogir and Split. Although the crossing from one island to another takes only about 20 minutes, the ship takes about an hour to get to Trogir. Sufficient time, therefore, to throw more than a glance at the passing bays and beaches. It should be noted that the departure times and ports change depending on the day of the week. This is true of the route to Trogir, which stops or starts here on most days. On Fridays, however, the route does not stop in Trogir, but instead sails to Split. Basically, the ferry commutes from and to Drvenik Mali and Veli Drvenik three times a day every day.
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