Podgora Tourist Board - 15k Hike
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About the route
This more demanding walking route provides an exciting experience through diverse landscapes with significant points of interest along the way. With its length of 15.5 km and a total elevation difference of 444 meters, this route is ideal for experienced hikers looking for a challenging adventure and wanting to explore the wider area around Podgora and Drašnice.
The route starts uphill towards the Church of St. George, climbing through beautiful landscapes for a quick and comfortable warm up. Before reaching the church itself, be sure to take extra care and comply with all traffic rules as you cross the D8 state road.
After the Church of St. George, the route continues with a gentle gravel and paved climb towards Gornja Podgora, where you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the landscape as you climb towards the top.
A gentle descent follows to the Three Stone Graves (Troje Gomile) site, where you can enjoy a relaxed walk and observe the surrounding natural beauty. Further, the route leads towards the Seagull's Wing (Galebovo krilo) monument and Podgora.
Through Podgora, the route passes along the coastal promenade, and then starts to ascend again along the combined roads to the upper gravel road connecting Podgora with Drašnice. The final section of the route returns to Drašnice along the same route it took towards Podgora.
This route is ideal for those who are ready for a longer hiking adventure and want to explore the broader area around Podgora and Drašnice.
Along the route
The Seagull's Wing: The starting point of the route with a beautiful view of the nearby natural beauties and the Adriatic Sea. This is an ideal spot to stop, enjoy the panoramic view and take photos.
Three Stone Graves: The highest point of the route, this rock formation offers spectacular views from above. Hikers will enjoy unique sights and photography before continuing their journey.
Coastal promenades of Podgora: A relaxing part of the trail that allows hikers to relax and enjoy the sea views as they pass through Podgora.
When to go
Start & access
Start coordinates: 43.2176 N, 17.1087 E
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