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The Elaphiti Islands

Location

Dubrovnik

Croatia

42° 43' 6.8088" N, 17° 53' 34.4256" E

See map: Google Maps

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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

Kappl

Because of it’s altitude (2700 m) and sunny exposition the ski area Kappl is not only popular with skiers and snowboarders but also with freeriders who get their money’s worth in Kapp on the nearly endless, unspoiled slopesl.

Kaprun - Kitzsteinhorn

Located at the foot of the Kitzsteinhorn, the ski area Kaprun Kitzsteinhorn is one of Europe’s most famous. A real tourist magnet is the glacier ski area on an altitude of 2900 m.

Kasberg - Grünau

Winter dreams, dreams of white crystals, of blue sky, fresh air and untouched pure nature, of happy, unforgettable moments, ... At Grünau these dreams will become reality!

Kasina Wielka - ?nie?nica

?nie?nica Ski resort invites you to enjoy a four-chair lift chair with a length of 1,100 m. Trip to the upper station takes less than 7 minutes.

Katschberg

The ski area Katschberg – Aineck is famous for it’s snow reliability and is well-known to be very sunny. The well-groomed pistes for all levels of difficulties link the states Salzburg and Carinthia. You can reach St.

Kaunertaler Gletscher

Well-prepared slopes for all skiers. Exciting runs (at your own risk!) in wonderful powder snow in the middle of a breath-taking mountain world. Fun and rail park with straight jumps and slope style for snowboarders and freestylers.