Real Estate Peljesac, Dalmatia, Croatia - Orebic, Ston, Loviste

The Pelješac Peninsula is renowned for its exceptional wine production, particularly the Postup and Dingač wines, made from the indigenous Plavac Mali grape. Pelješac not only attracts wine enthusiasts but is also a popular destination for travelers seeking peace and relaxation, as well as for water sports enthusiasts who find excellent conditions here for sailing, windsurfing, and diving. Along the rugged coastline, you will discover beautiful sandy and pebble beaches, secluded coves, historic structures, and picturesque harbor towns where fishing is still a vibrant tradition. The fertile, steep southern slopes are home to Croatia's finest red wines, while the coast of Pelješac is known as the center of oyster farming. The peninsula is also gaining popularity among windsurfers.

Pelješac spans an area of 358 square kilometers, is 66 kilometers long, and only 7 kilometers wide. The peninsula is composed of an elongated mountain ridge and is connected to the mainland in the east by a narrow land bridge at Ston. The highest point is Sveti Ilija (961 m), which can be reached via a marked hiking trail. In the southwest, Pelješac lies northeast of Korčula.

Recently, an impressive bridge was built to connect northern Croatia directly to the Pelješac Peninsula, which was previously accessible only by ferry from Ploče.

Historically, Pelješac was first settled by the Greeks, followed by the Romans and Byzantines. From 1333 to 1808, the area was part of the Republic of Ragusa. Above the town of Veliki Ston, imposing fortifications were constructed in the 14th and 15th centuries, stretching five kilometers from Veliki Ston to Mali Ston. These defensive structures, with 41 towers, seven bastions, and two fortresses, are among the largest in the Adriatic region. Notable sights in Veliki Ston include the Veliki Kaštio fortress and the neo-Gothic church of St. Blaise. In Mali Ston, the Koruna fortress with two arsenals and a fortified salt warehouse offers a stunning view over the entire peninsula.

In the picturesque harbor town of Orebić, you can admire the elegant captain’s villas along the coastal road, built at the end of the 18th century. The Maritime Museum shares fascinating stories about the residents of Orebić, who were closely tied to seafaring and produced some of the most respected captains of the Mediterranean. Culinary delights in Orebić include not only the fine wines like the deep red Dingač but also delicious oysters, seafood, and other traditional dishes.

The town is also famous for its beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Orebić is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, particularly kitesurfers and sailors. Be inspired by our real estate offers on Pelješac and find your perfect dream property, whether it’s a villa, house, apartment, or building plot directly by the sea or with a sea view.