Landscape and trails
Štivan developed above a valley that opens into Marašćica Bay. The village is also one of the waypoints on the sixth stage of the Via Apsyrtides.
As part of planning your own trip, you may wish to rent a holiday apartment in Štivan.
Culture and history
The parish church of St John was built at the end of the 18th century. Its bell tower stands separately; a road separates it from the church building. The local parish is dedicated to St John the Baptist. The settlement also has the chapels of All Saints and St Vitus, which is also known locally as St Blaž.
The Chapel of All Saints is registered in Štivan as a protected immovable cultural asset under registration number Z-1849. Štivan developed through the expansion of the village of Sv. Ivan (Gornje Selo).
Štivan’s local history is also associated with Dinko Muškardin, a prominent figure who served as the village’s parish priest for many years and was a passionate beekeeper. His innovative work laid the foundations for modern Croatian beekeeping.
A water source is also designated next to the church in Štivan.
Regional traditions
On Cres, local producers present products and specialities such as olive oil, figs, cherries, lemons, wool and woodwork. Traditional handicrafts and dishes prepared in the traditional way are also part of the offering.
