No. 03
Vrboska pinewood, practical questions
How do you get to Vrboska pinewood: on foot, by car or by boat?
Between Jelsa and Vrboska, some 4 km apart, a chain of small swimming coves lines the wooded shore of the Vitarnja area: little pebble pockets, flat rocks and stone plates under tall pines that lean towards the sea. The quiet coastal road between the two towns is the way in, on foot or by bike, with pine shade for most of the route; from Vrboska you pass the ACI marina. For coffee or lunch you walk back into Vrboska or Jelsa.
What is the seabed like and how is the entry into the sea?
Between Jelsa and Vrboska, some 4 km apart, a chain of small swimming coves lines the wooded shore of the Vitarnja area: little pebble pockets, flat rocks and stone plates under tall pines that lean towards the sea. Most of these coves have no facilities at all, which is their charm: you pick a rock shelf under the pines and have a near private bathing spot.
Is there a restaurant or bar at Vrboska pinewood?
Yes, within a few hundred metres you will find Beach Kafić. In peak season come early or book a table for lunch.
Is there shade at Vrboska pinewood?
Vrboska Vrboska pinewood Pine-shaded pebble beaches around the Glavica peninsula in Vrboska. Local names along this stretch include Tisno, Kriz, Balun, Paklena and Glavica. Most of these coves have no facilities at all, which is their charm: you pick a rock shelf under the pines and have a near private bathing spot.
What should we bring to Vrboska pinewood?
Pack water shoes for the pebbles, sun cream and a towel.
Can we arrive by taxi boat?
Yes. Taxi boats from the Hvar riva run all season and a private ride drops you as close as the seabed allows. See routes and prices on our
water taxi page.