The Elaphiti Islands

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Location

Dubrovnik
Croatia
42° 43' 6.8088" N, 17° 53' 34.4256" E
HR
General info: 

The Elaphiti Islands are a great environment for people seeking pristine scenery in Croatia. The archipelago comprises of 13 islands and has a total surface of about 30 square kilometers. The permanent population of the islands does not exceed 850 inhabitants, but loads tourists come here during summertime. Only three of the islands have resources for tourists, namely SIpan, Lopud and Kolocep. Lopud is the most known for its sandy beaches. The islands seem to be inhabited for at least one thousand years, as Kolocep has seven pre-Romanesque churches that date back from the turn of the millennium. Elaphiti Islands are able to provide both cultural and recreational venues, depending on your preferences. You can visit churches on Lopud island or you can head to the coastal area and take a walk on the esplanade.

Getting there: 

Boats to the island leave from the Port of Gruz in Dubrovnik where you can reach any of the three islands.

Costs: 

Ticekts cost 23 kn for adults, while children between 3-12 benefit from a 50% discount. Children under 3 can travel for free.

Interesting places nearby

BASE: 5511ft
SUMMIT: 7677ft
VERTICAL DROP: 0ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 3
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 1
Surface: 2

The winter in the Almenland is one of the most romantic moments to be experienced.

The ski runs in Pontedilegno are rather challenging through woods in the mountains. They are linked to those of Temù, very broad and with a panoramic view. A cableway will get you from Pontedilegno to Passo Tonale in about 15 minutes.

A classic ski centre established in 1938 and located in the dead centre of Italy (officially!). The main ski area is served by cable car, beginners have separate slopes.

BASE: 2972ft
SUMMIT: 3231ft
VERTICAL DROP: 0ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 0
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 0
Surface: 0

BASE: 3280ft
SUMMIT: 9717ft
VERTICAL DROP: 6437ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 48
Gondolas: 6
Chairs: 16
Surface: 26