Municipality of Dugopolje: Caves, Mosor Trails and Cultural Heritage

Vranjača Cave is located in the village of Kotlenice at the foot of the central part of the Mosor mountain range. It was designated a protected geomorphological natural monument in 1963. Kraljeva Peć Cave is another notable natural attraction in the municipality, descending about 110 metres. From the hamlets of Balići-Džakići in Dugopolje, it is about a ten-minute walk away.

Caves and trails on Mosor

At Kraljeva Peć, a large part of the cave is accessible to hikers. The descent is made carefully along the edge of the cave chamber; however, the routes inside are not yet marked. For Vranjača, location and access are key points to bear in mind: you can reach the cave by car or by public transport on bus line 67, which runs between Split, Kotlenice, Donji Dolac and Gornji Dolac. Check the timetable before travelling.

Several hiking trails connect different starting points and destinations. A trail from the Plitača site in the Dugopolje field leads to the 1,262-metre-high summit of Ljubljan. A more demanding hiking trail to the 1,325-metre-high Vickov stup starts in the hamlet of Punde in the village of Kotlenice. The “Mali put” themed trail, which runs through the Dugopolje field, is also part of the “Hidden Dalmatia” project. The Roman Road is another themed hiking trail: it follows the municipal boundary between Dugopolje and Klis, and its preserved section is about two kilometres long.

There are also specific options for other interests. Horse-riding tours through the vineyards and orchards of Dugopolje are offered to experienced riders and beginners alike. Before making plans, check which providers and dates are currently available. A trail race is held annually during the winter months on the northern slopes of Mosor in Dugopolje as part of a mini trail league. Dates vary from year to year, so it is a good idea to check the current announcement.

Churches, folklore and local events

The churches in Dugopolje and the surrounding settlements differ in both their history and location. The new parish church of St Michael the Archangel in Dugopolje was built in 1983. The old parish church of the same saint stands in the local cemetery and was fully restored in 1997. St Roch’s Church is located in the hamlet of Kute, on the eastern side of Dugopolje. It is a single-nave building with a square apse, probably built in the early 19th century. The parish church of All Saints in Koprivno dates from 1901, while the parish church of St Peter and Paul in Kotlenice was built in 1873.

Local culture includes the International Folklore Gatherings “Ljepota u kamenu”, held in Dugopolje since 2004. Those interested in pilgrimage routes can also find a section of the “Our Lady of Sinj Route” here: it runs from Solin via Klis and Dugopolje to the Shrine of Our Lady of Sinj. Educational workshops for children and young people can be organised at the “Hidden Dalmatia” Visitor Center.

Sporting events are also part of the local offering. The football stadium at the Hrvatski Vitezovi Sports Centre hosts friendly matches, competitions involving Croatian and foreign football clubs, and football tournaments. The stadium is also home to a youth academy.

Getting there and choosing a hotel

Dugopolje lies at the junction of the A1 Zagreb–Split–Dubrovnik motorway and the D1 Split–Sinj state road, at the entrance to the Dalmatian hinterland. You can therefore organise your travel plans around your specific destinations, such as the starting point for a Mosor hike, a cave visit, or a cultural or sporting event. If you are looking for a hotel for your stay, this approach can help you choose a location that suits your planned activities.

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Dugopolje, Kotlenice, Municipality of Brela, Split, Municipality of Prgomet, Municipality of Muć, Municipality of Solin, Municipality of Seget

For the regional travel overview: Split-Dalmatia.