Drvenik is a tourist destination situated under mt. Biokovo, on the beautiful Makarska Riviera, located just 25 km from Makarska. This seaside village spreads across two coves called Donja Vala and Gornja Vala, and is adorned by beautiful beaches and untouched nature.
The geographical position of Drvenik is ideal for daily excoursions to: Split - 84 km, Dubrovnik - 110 km, Trogir - 110 km, Omiš - 60 km, Međugorje - 70 km, mt. Biokovo nature park, river Cetina. It is also important to note the vicinity and good connectivity with attractive dalmatian islands, Korčula - the town of Marco Polo, and Hvar, with which we have regular fairy lines.
Nearby Attractions
Drvenik has a long history which is evident by the tower and fortification ruins visible on the hill north of the village, dating back to the XVII. century. The gothic st. George's church is located in upper Drvenik. Its oldest parts date back to the XV. century, but it was built upon many times and later made in baroque style. At some point old tombstones were built into the walls. In 1887 the church was expanded to fit the needs of the populace.
The front facade of the church features an eight pettaled rose, and on its top rises an ornate belltower with two bells. The church houses a big marble altar with a statue of st. George. After the big earthquake in 1962 all the populace moved from upper Drvenik down to the seashore, and in 1967 a new church was built in that area, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, which is located on the hill between the two coves.
About Drvenik
Histroy of Drvenik
Mountain Biokovo
Mountain that shelters the town and under which lies Makarska. During history it protected the inhabitants from sea raids and it raised its peaks as an obstacle to the attacks from the land. Today the mountain is the park of nature, excursion site with many marked mountaineers paths, unique plant life and numerous animal species. It presents a unique contrast from 2000m high snow peaks to the peaceful coastline. It only takes a half an hour drive through the nature park to reach the peaks with an unforgettable view of the city and the surrounding islands.
Dubrovnik
Though it’s a stunner in its own right, the Adriatic gem of Dubrovnik achieved recent fame as a backdrop for HBO’s hugely popular series Game of Thrones, where it doubled as King’s Landing. Climb the 175 stairs up to Lovrijenac Fortress to see the site of the tournament honoring the fictional King Joffrey. A beautiful spot just outside Pile Gate played Blackwater Bay in the series. The lush 15th-century Trsteno Arboretum, 20 minutes from Dubrovnik, was used to film all the palace garden scenes.
Rafting
Rafting is one of the most exciting ways to experience river courses and their picturesque surroundings. River adventure starts on the banks of the Cetina River in the Biokovo Mountain region. You will follow a white-water descent to the Radman's Mills, where you will enjoy swimming in the clear mountain river or stroll through the woods.
Strolling along the streets of Makarska, you will come across a number of churches and other architectural and cultural sights among which is the popular Museum of Shells
Makarska holds one of the European most valuable collection of shells and marine snails at its Malacological Museum. More than 3000 exhibits are attracting visitors since 1963, when the museum was found due to the initiative of a priest from Makarska. It is situated in a lovely basement of a Franciscan monastery which has been declared a protected cultural monument. Large collection of mollusca originating mostly from the Adriatic sea, and special attention is drawn by exotic exhibits from tropical seas, together with the domestic “cannibal shell”, with several pieces displayed at the museum. Visitors of the Makarska Malacological Museum can learn the story about shells as food and means of merchandise exchange. There is no other town holding this collection in Croatia, Makarska is the only one with this exceptional collection, and devoted work of enthusiastic Franciscan monks will definitely thrill every visitor of Malacological Museum.
Museum of Shells
