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Viganj - Tourist Information
Viganj - Tourism
Viganj is a picturesque small settlement situated in a large bay west to the cape St. Liberan on the peninsula of Peljesac. It belongs to the Orebic Municipality and Dubrovnik-Neretva County.
Near Viganj there are also a few lovely hamlets of Basina, Kovacevici, Kraljevica selo, Sapetino selo, Podac and Dol.
From the Cape St. Ivan located at the west boundary of Viganj guests can enjoy a breathtaking view of the island of Korcula and the most beautiful sunset. At Cape St. Ivan stands an old church of the same name- church of St. Ivan (John). Just below the church can be seen the ruins of an old artillery position that served the Austro-Hungarian Navy. An amazing panoramic view can also be seen from the hill resort of St. Ilija and the village called Nakrana.
In Viganj there is a carefully cultivated and maintained botanical garden that the locals are very proud of. It has a great variety of plants that were a gift from the sailors from Viganj.
Every summer Viganj is a hosting a windsurfing competition that gathers surfers from all over Croatia and the nearby countries. Viganj has become a favorite destination for water sports enthusiasts.
The Peljesac peninsula has a very long tradition of viticulture and wine production, as well as of growing olives, fruits and vegetables and so guests can taste and enjoy various traditional Dalmatian products such as supreme quality wines, homemade olive oil and dried figs.
In the summer season there are many festivities and entertainment programs organized in Viganj such as concerts hosting both Croatian and foreign music bands and the traditional Klapa (a vocal core typical for Dalmatia). During these festivities there is plenty of grilled fish and wine served and the hospitable locals will soon make you feel like you’re at home. In the winter there is the traditionally organized Carnival celebration.
The restaurants and taverns in Viganj have a very rich and diverse gastronomic repertoire offering domestic as well as international dishes. In the bars by the beach people can party till early morning hours and there are also live music nights organized.
Next to the Dominican Monastery in the center of Viganj there is a supermarket and near it there is a ship departing point from where you can take the boat to the town of Korcula.
Accommodation in Viganj can be found in villas and private houses and there are also several camps.
From Viganj it is convenient to hire a boat rental, take a private boat transfer or join group or private boat excursions to islands Korcula, Mljet, Lastovo or Hvar. It is also possible to take a one day trip to the town of Split.
If you wish to explore other inland of Peljesac or go to Dubrovnik and the other destinations on the coast of Adriatic there are car rental services available and you can also hire private car transfers.
Guests to Viganj are delighted by the many crystal sea pebble beaches running along the shore of Viganj, particularly Ponta which is the central pebble beach perfect for wind and kite surfing. For beginners there are two wind and kite surfing centers.
The climate of Viganj is Mediterranean with about 3600 sunny hours per year, and from early spring to late autumn it is characterized by the wind mistral.
Near Viganj there are also a few lovely hamlets of Basina, Kovacevici, Kraljevica selo, Sapetino selo, Podac and Dol.
From the Cape St. Ivan located at the west boundary of Viganj guests can enjoy a breathtaking view of the island of Korcula and the most beautiful sunset. At Cape St. Ivan stands an old church of the same name- church of St. Ivan (John). Just below the church can be seen the ruins of an old artillery position that served the Austro-Hungarian Navy. An amazing panoramic view can also be seen from the hill resort of St. Ilija and the village called Nakrana.
In Viganj there is a carefully cultivated and maintained botanical garden that the locals are very proud of. It has a great variety of plants that were a gift from the sailors from Viganj.
Every summer Viganj is a hosting a windsurfing competition that gathers surfers from all over Croatia and the nearby countries. Viganj has become a favorite destination for water sports enthusiasts.
The Peljesac peninsula has a very long tradition of viticulture and wine production, as well as of growing olives, fruits and vegetables and so guests can taste and enjoy various traditional Dalmatian products such as supreme quality wines, homemade olive oil and dried figs.
In the summer season there are many festivities and entertainment programs organized in Viganj such as concerts hosting both Croatian and foreign music bands and the traditional Klapa (a vocal core typical for Dalmatia). During these festivities there is plenty of grilled fish and wine served and the hospitable locals will soon make you feel like you’re at home. In the winter there is the traditionally organized Carnival celebration.
The restaurants and taverns in Viganj have a very rich and diverse gastronomic repertoire offering domestic as well as international dishes. In the bars by the beach people can party till early morning hours and there are also live music nights organized.
Next to the Dominican Monastery in the center of Viganj there is a supermarket and near it there is a ship departing point from where you can take the boat to the town of Korcula.
Accommodation in Viganj can be found in villas and private houses and there are also several camps.
From Viganj it is convenient to hire a boat rental, take a private boat transfer or join group or private boat excursions to islands Korcula, Mljet, Lastovo or Hvar. It is also possible to take a one day trip to the town of Split.
If you wish to explore other inland of Peljesac or go to Dubrovnik and the other destinations on the coast of Adriatic there are car rental services available and you can also hire private car transfers.
Guests to Viganj are delighted by the many crystal sea pebble beaches running along the shore of Viganj, particularly Ponta which is the central pebble beach perfect for wind and kite surfing. For beginners there are two wind and kite surfing centers.
The climate of Viganj is Mediterranean with about 3600 sunny hours per year, and from early spring to late autumn it is characterized by the wind mistral.
Viganj - Attractions
The parish church of St. Michael was built in the Gothic period and expanded in 1760.
The Dominican monastery (today a school and restaurant) and Church of Our Lady of Roses were constructed by the ship owner Marko Krstelj in 1671. The church is built as a one-nave structure and the main alter is adorned with the statue of Blessed Virgin Mary. In the church there can be seen a picture of the maritime battle at Lepanta in 1571 and a wooden Gothic statue of Mother and Child that dates from the 15th century.
Viganj is wee-known as one of the most famous windsurfing centers of Europe, since the wind blowing through the channel between Peljesac peninsula and the island of Korcula provides perfect conditions for windsurfing. During the summer there are a couple of wind and kite surfing schools that rent out equipment as well. People surf in Viganj throughout the year as the temperature of the sea doesn’t fall below 15⁰C and there is always enough wind.
In Viganj there are numerous other possibilities for an active vacation such as trekking, cycling, speleology, paragliding, mountaineering, diving, rock climbing and traditional Dalmatian sport bowling.
The highest summit of Peljesac peninsula St. Ilija is (961 m) located at the west part of the peninsula and is the most famous mountaineering destination of Peljesac. A legend says that this peak was named after the old Slavic god Perun who was the master of thunders and thus the name Perunovo brdo (Perun’s hill). The Church of St. Elijah and Pantelija was built in the 16th century. During the 18th century it was damaged and destroyed by many lightning strikes, and has never been rebuilt.
The Nakovana plateau has been inhabited for at least 8000 years and the earliest signs of humans inhabiting this region were discovered in a cave Spila on the hill Kopinje. During the times of the Illyrians this settlement was a geostrategic position for the surveillance of the whole south Adriatic.
From Viganj you can easily get to Korcula as there is a ferry to Korcula via Kuciste and it takes about 35 min. Or you can rent a boat which gives you more comfort and freedom to explore the islands at your own pace. Group or private boat excursions or private boat transfers can be hired for a tour of the islands of Mljet, Korcula, Brac and Hvar or even to visit the town of Split.
Group or private car excursions and private car transfer to Dubrovnik from Viganj can also be easily organized.
The Dominican monastery (today a school and restaurant) and Church of Our Lady of Roses were constructed by the ship owner Marko Krstelj in 1671. The church is built as a one-nave structure and the main alter is adorned with the statue of Blessed Virgin Mary. In the church there can be seen a picture of the maritime battle at Lepanta in 1571 and a wooden Gothic statue of Mother and Child that dates from the 15th century.
Viganj is wee-known as one of the most famous windsurfing centers of Europe, since the wind blowing through the channel between Peljesac peninsula and the island of Korcula provides perfect conditions for windsurfing. During the summer there are a couple of wind and kite surfing schools that rent out equipment as well. People surf in Viganj throughout the year as the temperature of the sea doesn’t fall below 15⁰C and there is always enough wind.
In Viganj there are numerous other possibilities for an active vacation such as trekking, cycling, speleology, paragliding, mountaineering, diving, rock climbing and traditional Dalmatian sport bowling.
The highest summit of Peljesac peninsula St. Ilija is (961 m) located at the west part of the peninsula and is the most famous mountaineering destination of Peljesac. A legend says that this peak was named after the old Slavic god Perun who was the master of thunders and thus the name Perunovo brdo (Perun’s hill). The Church of St. Elijah and Pantelija was built in the 16th century. During the 18th century it was damaged and destroyed by many lightning strikes, and has never been rebuilt.
The Nakovana plateau has been inhabited for at least 8000 years and the earliest signs of humans inhabiting this region were discovered in a cave Spila on the hill Kopinje. During the times of the Illyrians this settlement was a geostrategic position for the surveillance of the whole south Adriatic.
From Viganj you can easily get to Korcula as there is a ferry to Korcula via Kuciste and it takes about 35 min. Or you can rent a boat which gives you more comfort and freedom to explore the islands at your own pace. Group or private boat excursions or private boat transfers can be hired for a tour of the islands of Mljet, Korcula, Brac and Hvar or even to visit the town of Split.
Group or private car excursions and private car transfer to Dubrovnik from Viganj can also be easily organized.
Viganj - Location and Climate
Viganj is a small settlement and a harbor situated on the west part of the southern coast of Peljesac. It is located 10 km from Orebic, and facing it from the sea side is the old town of Korcula.
Viganj is well connected by the local bus lines to other villages of Peljesac and Orebic. Bus lines run daily from Orebic to Loviste making stops at every small village: Perna, Kuciste, Viganj and Nakovana.
There are two daily services of ferry lines connecting Korcula, Viganj and Kuciste.
The distances from Viganj to the other Croatian and European cities are:
- Split 177 km,
- Dubrovnik 119 km,
- Zadar 296 km,
- Rijeka 552 km,
- Pula 658 km,
- Zagreb 548 km,
- Ljubljana 605 km,
- Vienna 900 km,
- Budapest 889 km,
- Belgrade 585 km,
- Milano 1046 km,
- Genova 1169 km,
- Berlin 1601 km.
The climate of Viganj is Mediterranean with hot summer and a mild winter period.
Viganj is well connected by the local bus lines to other villages of Peljesac and Orebic. Bus lines run daily from Orebic to Loviste making stops at every small village: Perna, Kuciste, Viganj and Nakovana.
There are two daily services of ferry lines connecting Korcula, Viganj and Kuciste.
The distances from Viganj to the other Croatian and European cities are:
- Split 177 km,
- Dubrovnik 119 km,
- Zadar 296 km,
- Rijeka 552 km,
- Pula 658 km,
- Zagreb 548 km,
- Ljubljana 605 km,
- Vienna 900 km,
- Budapest 889 km,
- Belgrade 585 km,
- Milano 1046 km,
- Genova 1169 km,
- Berlin 1601 km.
The climate of Viganj is Mediterranean with hot summer and a mild winter period.
Viganj - Useful tips
Accommodation in Viganj is available in private apartments, houses and villas.
Boat rental and car rental services are available in Viganj.
Tourist Office Orebic +385(0)20 713 718
Airport Dubrovnik +385(0)20 773 100
Bus terminal Dubrovnik +385(0)60 305 070
Jadrolinija Korcula +385(0)20 715 410
Port Domince Korcula +385(0)20 715 685
Jadrolinija Dubrovnik +385(0)20 418 000
Airport Split +385(0)21 203 555
Bus Terminal Split (National Bus Info) +385(0)60 327 777
Bus Terminal Split (International Bus Info) +385(0)21 329 199
Jadronilija Split +385(0)21 338 333
General information 18981
Information on phone numbers in Croatia 11888
Information on international phone numbers 11802
Weather Forecast and Road Conditions +385(0)60 520 520
Croatia Traffic Info 0800 9987
Road assistance 987
Emergency number 112
Police 192
Fire department 193
Ambulance 194
Road help 987
Sea help 9155
Group and private boat excursions as well as private boat transfers can be arranged to the islands of Brac, Hvar, Korcula and Mljet as well as to the town of Split.
Boat rental and car rental services are available in Viganj.
Tourist Office Orebic +385(0)20 713 718
Airport Dubrovnik +385(0)20 773 100
Bus terminal Dubrovnik +385(0)60 305 070
Jadrolinija Korcula +385(0)20 715 410
Port Domince Korcula +385(0)20 715 685
Jadrolinija Dubrovnik +385(0)20 418 000
Airport Split +385(0)21 203 555
Bus Terminal Split (National Bus Info) +385(0)60 327 777
Bus Terminal Split (International Bus Info) +385(0)21 329 199
Jadronilija Split +385(0)21 338 333
General information 18981
Information on phone numbers in Croatia 11888
Information on international phone numbers 11802
Weather Forecast and Road Conditions +385(0)60 520 520
Croatia Traffic Info 0800 9987
Road assistance 987
Emergency number 112
Police 192
Fire department 193
Ambulance 194
Road help 987
Sea help 9155
Group and private boat excursions as well as private boat transfers can be arranged to the islands of Brac, Hvar, Korcula and Mljet as well as to the town of Split.
Viganj - History
Viganj has been first mentioned in written documents in the registry book of Republic of Dubrovnik in 1336 even though it is much older since the archaeological findings show that Viganj, just as Nakovana, has been inhabited even during the Neolithic period. Its previous names in the past were Vigel and Vighen.
The Illyrians from Nakovana built many fortified guard-houses on top of hills above Viganj and on the narrowest part of Peljesac channel, cape St. Ivan for gaining better control over the channel.
The Roman war veterans were gifted with estates as a token of gratitude for their deeds during the Roman rule, and on those estates they built their summer houses called villa rusticae (village villas). The ruins of about ten of these villa rusticas can be seen on an area from St. Ivan in Viganj to Trstenica in Orebic. They did not have defensive walls since at that time the Romans lived in peace and there was no fear of pirate attacks. A lid of sarcophagus dating from the 1st century and a few amphorae are another valuable evidence of the presence of Romans.
Viganj has flourished the most with the rapid development of maritime affairs in the beginning of the 17th century to that extent that at one point all the men of Viganj were at sailors at sea, and 177 of them have become captains.
The Illyrians from Nakovana built many fortified guard-houses on top of hills above Viganj and on the narrowest part of Peljesac channel, cape St. Ivan for gaining better control over the channel.
The Roman war veterans were gifted with estates as a token of gratitude for their deeds during the Roman rule, and on those estates they built their summer houses called villa rusticae (village villas). The ruins of about ten of these villa rusticas can be seen on an area from St. Ivan in Viganj to Trstenica in Orebic. They did not have defensive walls since at that time the Romans lived in peace and there was no fear of pirate attacks. A lid of sarcophagus dating from the 1st century and a few amphorae are another valuable evidence of the presence of Romans.
Viganj has flourished the most with the rapid development of maritime affairs in the beginning of the 17th century to that extent that at one point all the men of Viganj were at sailors at sea, and 177 of them have become captains.
Viganj - Interesting Facts
Viganj is well-known as one of the most famous windsurfing centers in Europe and also for its very old maritime tradition and the great number of captains coming from Viganj.
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