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Živogošće
ℹ️Practical info — Živogošće
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Visit the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Cross to see its Baroque altar and rich historic library.
- Look for Licinian’s Epigram just below the monastery, a Roman poem from 474 AD carved into the living rock.
- Arrive before 9:00 AM during peak summer months, as parking spots near the beaches are very limited.
- Hike up to the old stone hamlets of Strnj or Murava for the best sunset views over the island of Hvar.
- Try the fresh water from the Pokrivenica spring, which has been providing drinking water since ancient times.
🍽 Food
Try meat or octopus slow-cooked under a metal bell in the agrotourism spots in Strnj village.
Purchase homemade honey from the small roadside stands along the main coastal road.
Enjoy the catch of the day at the waterfront konobas in the Porat area.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Look for 'Maslinovo ulje' signs in front of private houses for the best locally pressed oil.
Drive 20 minutes to Makarska for an animated green market with fresh regional produce.
A more natural and quieter pebble beach, well-suited for relaxing away from the main crowds.
The hiking paths above the village offer silence and wide views over the Adriatic Sea.
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Živogošće is located on the southern part of the Makarska Riviera, at the foot of the majestic Biokovo mountain. The place consists of several hamlets, including Porat, Mala Duba, and Blato, all situated directly on the crystal-clear Adriatic. The history of Živogošće dates back to antiquity, as evidenced by the Roman epigrams carved into the rock at the source of Pokrivenice. The landmark of the village is the 17th-century Franciscan monastery, located right by the sea. It houses a valuable library and a collection of sacred art. The beaches of Živogošće are among the most beautiful in the region; fine pebbles and shade-providing pine trees make them convenient for families and peace-seekers. For active vacationers, the Biokovo mountain gives numerous hiking trails with spectacular views of the islands of Hvar and Brač. In the local restaurants, one can enjoy fresh fish and Dalmatian specialties under the open sky. Živogošće is the good place for travelers seeking the beauty of the Makarska Riviera without the hustle and bustle of larger towns.
- Location: Croatia
- Top sights: Velika Duba · Mala Duba · Jukići
- Nearby: Drvenik (5 km)
- Population: ~416
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 9 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 11 |
| Rain mm | 92 | 87 | 81 | 62 | 51 | 43 | 23 | 32 | 77 | 84 | 115 | 111 |
Geography
Facts
- Makarska Riviera
- Franciscan monastery
- Biokovo mountain
- Roman epigrams
- Pebble beaches
- Pine forests
- View of Hvar
- Family friendly
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