Beaches
Beaches near the house
The house is not right on the sea, but the coast is about ten minutes away by car, and the northern shore of Brač is full of coves with clear water. Beaches on this side of the island are mostly pebble and rock, and on summer afternoons the maestral breeze often picks up and cools the air.
These are the beaches that are easiest to reach from the house, from the nearest to the furthest.
Distances
From the house to the beach, by car
Times are approximate.
- 10 min Pučišća bay pebble and rock beaches along the edges of the bay; a walk along the shore leads to the ones on the western side
- 15 min Lovrečina a rare sandy beach on Brač, between Pučišća and Postira; loungers, showers, a beach bar and a restaurant in summer
- 20 min Luke cove a deep cove east of Pučišća, towards Povlja, with several small beaches sheltered from the wind
- 40 min Zlatni rat, Bol the best-known beach on the Adriatic, on the south side of the island; a promenade of about 2 km leads to it from the centre of Bol
Lovrečina
Sand, clear water and an old basilica
Sandy beaches are rare on Brač, which makes Lovrečina a favourite in summer, especially with families. Behind the beach, among the olive trees, stand the remains of the early Christian basilica of St Lawrence, which gave the cove its name.
In July and August the car park fills up quickly, so it is best to arrive before noon or late in the afternoon, when the sun sets over the channel.
Luke cove
Quieter, away from the crowds
Luke cove cuts deep into the land between Pučišća and Povlja. Its few small beaches are sheltered from the wind, so the water stays calm even when it is blowing elsewhere. Sailing boats cruising the coast like to stop here too.
There are no loungers or big facilities here, so bring a parasol, water and something to eat.
Tips
A few tips
- Water shoes Most beaches are pebble and rock, and there can be sea urchins on the rocks.
- A parasol The smaller beaches have no shade and no loungers.
- A snorkel mask The water along the northern coast is clear, and there are fish along the rocks.
- A boat trip Some coves on the northern coast cannot be reached by road, only by sea.
How to get to Brač?
Ferries, catamarans and airports, with links to the official timetables.
Getting to Brač