The area of Smokvica and Brna offers a great variety of hiking and walking path which will lead you through olive groves and vineyards. Depending on the season which you choose to visit our island, you will find either fragrant landscapes filles with aromatic herbs in the spring, ripe vineyards in the high summer, or heavy canopies of olive trees in autumn. Choose the route which best suites your desires and fitness level. 
HIKE TRAIL ONE

Smokvica panorama trail

The trail starts in front of the main church, Gospa od Kandelora, in Smokvica. Vela and Mala pjaca surround the church and these have been the stage for Kompanija knight game for centuries. The trail then continues uphill across Smokvica, where the old town core, always well-fortified and protected from conquerors, is located close to St. Michael’s Church. The trail then climbs up towards St. Rok, from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of Smokvica, vineyards and the sea. History lovers will find interest in the local cemetery and its St. Cyprian’s Church, which was mentioned for the first time in 1329. The trail then continues towards St. Vid’s Church dating from 1420 and displaying a stone relief, which was produced in the local Kordula’s workshop in the 17th and 18th century.

Elevation: 140 m – 290 m

Lenght: 2,5 km

HIKE TRAIL TWO

Bay of Istruga

The trail leads from Smokvica to Brna, and then to the bay of Istruga where sandy beach is surrounded by rushes (Juncus spp.), plants of straight and prickly leaves, and sea beet (Beta vulgaris spp. maritime), which is often used as a delicious replacement for spinach. The cove is skirted by a thick Aleppo pine and holm oak forest. Having passed a narrow and short tunnel, we very soon reach macchia made of the Mediterranean scrubs Among these, wild olive (Olea europea var sylvestris), strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo), laurestine (Viburnum tinus), wild blackberry (Rubus ulmifolius) and Etruscan honeysuckle (Lonicera etrusca) should be highlighted. Further on we reach a genuine evergreen forest of holm oak (Quercus ilex). Passing through the forest, we can see how, despite the thick treetops, enough natural light reaches the forest soil and it is therefore covered with many plant species. This walk is a unique experience, as it points to how the forests were once on the coast of the Mediterranean.

Elevation: 0 m – 80 m

Lenght: 1,5 km

HIKE TRAIL THREE

Lungo Mare Brna

The trail leads through the village of Brna, on the south side of the island of Korcula, which is bounded by a pine tree forest and crystal-clear seas. The trail continues through the forest above the settlement until it reachges the lookout point of Veliki Zaglav. From there, you can enjoy a breath-taking panoramic view of the bay of Brna and the islets nearby. Returning down the Kosirna trail, you will first pass by an olive orchard and then the trail will take you right towards the sea. If you continue walking down the trail towards Brna, you can taste some of the specialties of this region in one of the local restaurants.

Elevation: 0 m – 80 m

Lenght: 5 km

HIKE TRAIL FOUR

Hiking Trail Kom

This trail does not begin in Smokvica but from the 9km farther area of Mala Kapja, on the local road towards the village of Blato. The trail is slightly more challenging, as the entire section leads uphill to the top of Kom at 508 m of the above sea level. Kom is a favorite hiking destination, being the highest top of this part of the island. A breath-taking view from the top thrills will offer you views of the neighboring islands.

Elevation: 100 m – 508 m

Lenght: 1,7 km

Download the map of all hiking routes on the island of Korcula.