Discover Općina Zagvozd
Accommodation in Općina Zagvozd
Općina Zagvozd lies on the northern side of the Biokovo mountain range and comprises seven settlements. 43 percent of the municipality lies within Biokovo Nature Park—a notable point of reference if you are interested in mountain scenery and nature. At the same time, the Sveti Ilija Tunnel connects Zagvozd with the Makarska coast. This destination is therefore characterised both by a mountain side of Biokovo and by a connection to the coast. As you plan your holiday, consider which of these aspects you would like to shape your stay more strongly.
Karst valleys and beech forest near Milići
Nearby, the Milići–Očijeski–Sv. Jure hiking route starts in the village of Milići. It is about three kilometres from the centre of Zagvozd, in the direction of Vrgorac on the D62 state road. The route passes through karst valleys and dense beech forest before reaching a marked trail towards Sv. Jure. This lets you experience the landscape along the route through several distinct features: karst, dense forest and the transition to a marked trail. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, you can consider Zagvozd and Milići as different locations to take into account when planning. The approximate distance refers to the village of Milići and the centre of Zagvozd.
Road connections and historical traces
The A1 motorway runs through the municipality. According to the municipal description, the area is easily accessible by road from all parts of Croatia. The Sveti Ilija Tunnel also provides a connection, linking Zagvozd with the Makarska coast.
A historic road is also part of the area’s history. The historic Francuska cesta was built during French rule; in Zagvozd, it turned towards Turija and Vrgorac. The connection between place names and road routes adds a historical dimension to finding your way around Zagvozd: Turija and Vrgorac are specifically associated with the route of this historic road.
Churches and archaeological sites
In Zagvozd, the Church of Velike Gospe and the Ploča-Vukov greb archaeological site are registered as protected cultural properties in Croatia’s Register of Cultural Properties. In Rastovac, the Church of the Holy Cross and the medieval cemetery with stećci are among the protected cultural properties registered there. In Krstatice, the Gradinica archaeological site is designated as a protected cultural property. In Župa, the Church of St John the Baptist and an archaeological site are designated as protected cultural properties. Culture enthusiasts will therefore find a range of points of interest in the municipality: churches, a cemetery with stećci and archaeological sites. The locations and their respective names can help you choose what to explore based on the topics that interest you most.
Theatre and other cultural events
“Glumci u Zagvozdu” features theatre performances, concerts, folklore performances and exhibitions. The edition held on 26 June 2025 was the 28th theatre gathering. For your travel planning, this date refers to a past edition; it also shows that the cultural programme includes more than theatre performances. If you enjoy exploring different forms of cultural expression, you can consider this range as another aspect of the destination.
Another specific point of interest nearby is the Lozovac spring on the route over Turija Pass. It is about ten metres from the path and flows year-round. The spring is therefore a clearly identified landmark along this route.
Općina Zagvozd comprises seven settlements. Find out more about the municipality on the pages for Zagvozd, Župa and Rastovac.
You can also explore other destinations: Trogir, Općina Lećevica, Općina Marina, Općina Cista Provo, Općina Podgora.
For the wider travel overview: Split-Dalmatia.
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