Brač Island
Island known for white limestone and beach resorts
Brač island is known for Zlatni Rat beach at Bol, white limestone quarries and olive groves. Visitors swim, windsurf, climb Vidova Gora for views and take ferries from Split to reach Supetar and coastal villages.
Brač at a Glance#
Address: Brač Island, Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia
Website: https://www.visitbrac.com/
Hours: Island accessible year-round; services peak in summer
Admission: Ferry fares variable; attractions (e.g., Vidova Gora) may have modest access fees
About Brač#
Brač is an Adriatic island in Split-Dalmatia County known for a mix of pebble beaches, agricultural interior and stone-quarrying traditions. The island supports year-round villages and tourist centres, with coastal towns offering marinas, beaches and accommodation.
Prominent features include the distinctive Zlatni Rat beach near Bol and inland trails leading to peaks and viewpoints; hiking and water sports are common visitor activities. The island is also known for its white limestone used historically in regional architecture.
Settlement and quarrying on Brač date back to antiquity, with continuous habitation and economic activity shaped by agriculture, stone extraction and maritime trade. Tourism expanded in the 20th century alongside improvements in ferry and road links to the mainland and Split.
Brač sits off the Dalmatian coast opposite the city of Split and is reached by ferry services from Split and nearby islands; the island’s terrain ranges from coastal beaches to upland ridges.
- Zlatni Rat: Home to the beach known as Zlatni Rat near the town of Bol, one of Croatia’s most photographed natural beaches.
- Highest peak: Contains Vidova Gora, the highest island peak in the Adriatic Sea at 778 meters, offering marked hiking routes and viewpoints.
How to Get to Brač#
Ferries run from Split to Supetar (main car ferry) and to Bol seasonally; catamarans provide passenger service in summer. Driving on the island is straightforward with D roads linking major towns.
Tips for Visiting Brač#
- Take the ferry to Supetar and rent a scooter or car to reach inland coves and the stone quarries
- Climb or drive to Vidova Gora for one of the clearest views of the Adriatic and the nearby island Brač
- Visit the inland villages like Pučišća to see traditional stone masonry workshops - they're quieter and revealing
Best Time to Visit Brač#
May-September for beachgoing and full services; April/October for quieter cultural exploration.
Weather & Climate near Brač#
Brač's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (798 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 3° - 8° | 3° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.3h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.5h |
| June | Excellent | 15° - 24° | 20° | 49 mm | some cloud | 65% | 2.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Ideal | 17° - 27° | 22° | 31 mm | mostly sunny | 54% | 2.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.9h |
| August | Excellent | 17° - 27° | 22° | 46 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Very Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 67 mm | some cloud | 64% | 3.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 8° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Acceptable | 4° - 9° | 4° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
