Dubrovnik islands - Kolocep Lopud and Sipan - The Elaphite islandsIf you want to enjoy in peace and quiet in the vicinity of
Dubrovnik- visit one of Dubrovnik islands-
Lopud,
Kolocep and
Šipan. Vicinity of Dubrovnik and
great ship connection allow you to be in the center of events whenever you want
and come back to idyllic atmosphere which only island can offer. Placidity of
the island, hospitality of the people and crystal- clear sea are the reasons why
lot's of visitors want holiday rentals and apartments on one of the Dubrovnik
islands. You can enjoy spending your holidays on beautiful sandy beaches or on
some hidden bays. Beaches on each island are really gorgeous.
If you visit the island of
Lopud don't miss to visit the famous sandy beach Šunj:
Beach Šunj on the island of Lopud:
One of the most beautiful beaches on
Dubrovnik Riviera but also on the whole Adriatic coast definitely is beach Šunj
on the island of
Lopud .
This beach is favorite one on Dubrovnik area for lot's of tourists but also for
many Dubrovnik citizens. Those who are accommodated in
Dubrovnik can come on island
Lopud within only 45 min by ship and than around 10-15 minutes walking. Sandy
beach Šunj is situated on the south- east side of the island and is perfect for
families with children just as for the young people who want to enjoy playing
with the ball in the ford. The beauty of this beach is in it's sandy ford which
extends hundred meters from the coast just as in the picture which you get
watching the sea surface at one and pine wood at the other side. There are also
2 restaurants on the beach so there you can fresh up or enjoy some delicious
meal.
All information about ship connections Dubrovnik- Lopud you can check on :
portdubrovnik.hr or jadrolinija.hr
On the island of
Kolocep you can enjoy on the beautiful beaches in Gornje
Celo and Donje Celo.
Beach Gornje Celo on the island of
Kolocep:
Beach Gornje Celo on the island of
Kolocep is beautiful sandy beach which leaves no one indifferent. Kolocep is the
island with more then 250 sunny days in a year and is very desirable tourist
destination for its natural beauty and for the vicinity of
Dubrovnik (just 20m by boat). A large number of Dubrovnik
people go swimming on the beach on Kolocep because it is really one of the most
beautiful beaches in Dubrovnik area.
All information about ship connections Dubrovnik- Lopud you can check on:
portdubrovnik.hr or jadrolinija.hr
The island of
Šipan also offers you many beaches where you can enjoy your vacations in Croatia.
The island of Kolocep is the nearest to
Dubrovnik, it is just 20 minutes by boat from Dubrovnik main port Gruz.
This quiet place is favorite tourist destination. After
Kolocep in the 3 biggest islands of Elaphite islands
comes
Lopud.
The island of
Lopud
is situated 45 min by boat from Dubrovnik. It is famous for its beautiful sandy
beaches and tourist offers but also for the remains of Ancient and Roman
constructions and ruins. This island has more the 2500 sunny hours in a year.
The island of
Šipan
is the farthest from Dubrovnik, an hour by boat. Šipan is the biggest from
Dubrovnik islands- Elaphite islands and is famous for its sights. On the island
of
Šipan
there are 30 small churches which are the ruins today. On Sipan you can also
enjoy the look on renaissance castle and beautiful tower from 16th century.
Traffic is only possible on island
Sipan but not recommended. If you are coming by car you can leave it in
Dubrovnik port Gruz price is 10,00 euro per day
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