Roman roads through Cetina region!
Cetina region can be explored in various ways, and one of them is travelling along old Roman roads, which are a proof of former turbulent historical periods.
Soldiers from Roman legions marched along them, while numerous pilgrims and others searched a better place for living along this extensive network of roads.
Former busy roads are today transformed into routes full of interesting remains, old military camps and artefacts from archaeologic sites. Cetina region has a lot of them, and therefore this area is a bate for tourist who like to jump backwards to history.
Why go to Rome, when Roman roads can be seen here as well? Their centre was in Salona, old Roman town near Split. Salona is not by chance called antique jewel, its historical structure and infrastructure displays all the wisdom of its builders, impressive for even today’s visitors.
Where will Roman roads take you? In various directions, through protected landscapes of the Cetina canyon, Prološko lake, Red and Blue Lake in Imotski, Vranjača Cave, along the remains of old-Christian necropolis, roman military camps, sacral buildings, historical forts and numerous fortifications.
In attempt to save old roads from oblivion, project called Roman Roads of Central Dalmatia had started in 2012. While developing the project, its initiators have made a big progress regarding preservation and evaluation of Dalmatian road history. For example, in the centre of tourist attention they managed to place Tilurij, remains of old Roman military camp near Trilj, to which leads a network of Roman roads.
Inside this historical edifice Roman bedrooms will be reconstructed as an interesting tourist product. It is the first project of this kind in Croatia, who falls into category of experimental archaeology. Furthermore, it presents a new platform in tourist offer of Split’s hinterland.
Roads are not merely roads, they are the paths leading to important sites. When watched from tourist level, old Roman roads are also links to natural beauties, archaeological sites, many excursion points and belvederes. In addition, they lead to localities where one can take part in numerous activities like mountaineering, hiking, horse-riding, cycling, kayaking, rafting…
But we mustn’t forget this region’s specialty – rich gastronomic offer, i.e. homemade traditional specialties that can be tasted along old roman roads. In order to explore treasures of this region, set out on a journey, step by step. Each day in a different direction, each day meeting new vista of beautiful Split-Dalmatia County.
We offer you their suggested itinerary:
Miners’ road: Salona – Tilurum (Gardun, Trilj) – Argentaria (Srebrenica area)
Merchants’ road: Salona – Tilurum – Narona (Vid near Metkovića)
Photo: archive of TBs of Split Dalmatia county, dalmatia.hr
The project “Sinj u sridu” was co-financed by the European Union from the European Regional Development Fund and the Operational Program Competitiveness and Cohesion.
The content of this article is responsibility of the RERA public institution for the coordination and development of Split-Dalmatia County, and doesn't reflects the position of the European Union and / or the Managing Authority.
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Island Vis - sailors love it, adventurers gladly visit, tourists are yet to discover it!
Have you been on Vis yet?
The sequel of Hollywood hit Mamma Mia presented the beauty of Vis to the world. Until 1995 it was merely a military base, an isolated island – today it is one of the most desirable destinations. Vela Srebrna, Rukavac, Smokva, Milna, Zaglav, Stončica… - are bays for sailors to truly enjoy.
Although it is not an easy task to decide on the most beautiful one, officially this title went to Stiniva in 2016. It is surrounded by two high cliffs, keeping small pebble beach inside them safe.
In a stiff competition of 300 European beaches, 10 000 readers of European Best Destination portal gave their votes to this beach, located at the south side of the island of Vis.
On this side there is also uninhabited Ravnik islet, famous for the attractive Green Cave. It is a worthy competitor to more famous the Blue Cave – located in Balun bay on Biševo islet, only 5 nautical miles from Vis. In the Blue Cave sunrays penetrate through its vault, reflect of the seabed, giving the cave its mystique, unforgettable blue colour.
About thirty planes, mostly bombers and pursuit planes from WW2 have been found in Vis waters and present a testimony of military history of the island. During WW2 Vis was an Italian military base, later on taken by the Allies to build military airport.
Today Vis waters attract divers from all over the world, who especially target three diving points with crashed planes: near Polivalo cape on the south side of the island, east from Biševo and by Paržan islet.
Although instead in marina, mooring places are on the local waterfront, Vis town has become an unavoidable hot spot in sailing across Dalmatia.
Ambience of this little place, attractive restaurants and rich cultural heritage present a reason enough to sail in to this quiet port. It can also be a great starting point for island exploration.
Make sure to visit Komiža, a place on the southwest of the island. Among its irresistible beaches, the most famous one is Kamenice – with underwater springs of cold water it is ideal for an escape from summer heat.
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Pfoto: www.dalmatia.hr, Tourists boards of Vis and Komiža
Explore Šolta - a heaven on earth for all those who know how to enjoy the life!
On this little peaceful island time runs slow, relaxed Dalmatian style is so contagious that you won't be able to resist it.
May you end up on Šolta – used to be a well-known Dalmatian curse, now it turns out to be a true blessing! Times change and so do trends… Instead of fashionable tourist centres, these days intimate places for relaxation and contemplation are at price.
And we have found one! South, uninhabited side of the island offers a unique experience, mostly reserved for sailors and very few adventurists ready for a long walk in order to reach intimate beaches and secluded bays.
Šolta's wild nature reveals itself in full glory right on this side, where rocks and bays with just a few fishermen houses alternate. From Livka, a bay with underwater site gladly visited by divers, to irresistible beaches of Stračinska, Grabova and Senjska (in Senjska Illyrian queen Teuta allegedly had a castle) you can enjoy in every inch of the shore.
More gentle landscape can be discovered by sailing from west to east (or vice versa), along Šolta's north side. On the west there is Maslinica, favourite nautical destination with a marina and moorings for mega yachts.
The view of seven Šolta's islet is breath-taking there. There is also Martinis Marchi, the only hotel on the island, an oasis of luxury and good food. On the north picturesque Rogač is situated, with moorings, gas stations for boaters and a ferry port.
When in Rogač, do not miss to visit nearby Grohote and three inland villages: Gornje selo, Srednje selo and Donje selo, which enchant with their ambience and beauty.
Piškera - a deaf bay with seven coves, where
Diocletian's fishpond used to be; Nečujam – tourist centre where famous writer
Marko Marulić drew his inspiration; peaceful Nečujam's anchorages: Šumivina,
Potkamenica or Mala Malslinica; picturesque Stomorska – a tourist place with
moorings for sailing boats and mega yachts; Gornja Krušica – the easternmost
bay on the island… - who would've thought that on less than km2 so many attractions await!
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr , Tourist board of Šolta
Faktor X - Dalmatian Zagora – new vacation dimension
Unjustly in a shadow of coastal and island tourist destinations, Dalmatian Zagora has recently been revealing itself as an unexplored terra incognita, a treasure map abounding in X spots – there are so many hidden treasury chests revealing themselves to their visitors.
The one thing Zagora doesn’t have – the sea – is replaced by numerous natural and cultural sights, contemporary and historical manifestations, which are unavoidably spiced up with drops of wine ripen under the hot karst sun and the most delicious bites of traditional cuisine, nowhere else in the world to be found – we can assure you!
It wasn't by chance targeted by the conquerors – every bit of freedom here was paid in blood, and every bite taken from the karst. It is a region where every stone has its story, a region of legends, fairies, uskok and hajduk knights, lively folk tales, but above all, a region where people stingy with words, offer their heart instead.
SINJ
Tucked in a flow of clear and cold the Cetina River, surrounded by peaks of rocky mountain beauties Svilaja, Dinara and Kamešnica, knight's town Sinj is proud of its jewels: UNESCO protected Alka and church of Our Miraculous Lady of Sinj.
The liveliest period in Sinj is in August, when except the Alka festivities, hordes of pilgrims come to celebrate the day of Our Great Lady, (August 15), searching for comfort and hope in front of painting of Miraculous Lady of Sinj and her gentle look. Concert of Marian spiritual music Klape Gospi Sinjskoj, (August 1), is an exceptional event, while Music Nights on Kamičak Fort, (August 17), authentic star-shaped fortress with a beautiful stage under the clear sky hosts concerts of classical, traditional and jazz world musicians (Ratko Zjača & Nocturnal four).
Historical spectacle The Siege of Sinj 1715, August 8, as a time machine takes the audience in the times of famous battle under Sinj. Sinj village fair, (August 2 – 3), traditionally presents and offers various homemade eco-products – from decorations and handy crafts to gourmet delicacies and products of our villages and islands. Visitors can anjoy in grear live music, at S.A.R.S. Music and beer festival, (July 19 – 21), Etno Kamičak festival, (August 23 – 24), hypnotic untouched nature and pleasant company – Gljevstok, (June 22), whichis more than a festival – it is an ode to escape from everyday haste, harmony and peace which can be found only far away from city asphalt - under the starry sky unspoiled by artificial lighting.
. If you want to experience full adventure of Sinj, then go to the Sinj hippodrome and enjoy in Gallop and hurdle race, or visit Aeroclub Sinj Airport (Airshow, Sailing Cup, Parachute Cup) at Piket. Professional instructors will show you their sport activities and show you one different perspective of the city.
TRILJ
Town of bridges over the
Cetina, is one most perfectly harmonised combination of active vacation, unique
nature and cultural-historic sights and elegant manifestations. Visitors can
try rafting, horse-riding, cycling but also get to know cultural heritage of
Trilj and the surrounding by visiting forts Nutjak and Čačvina, Grab mills or
precious archaeological locality Tilurij. Trilj
Cultural Summer (June – September) always offers interesting program, and
it's worth pointing out Thrill Blues
Festival, (July 5 – 6) that attracts to Cetina region the greatest names of
world blues and is exceptionally visited.
Trilj, „grad mostova“ na Cetini, još je jedna sjajno usklađena kombinacija aktivnog odmora, jedinstvenih prirodnih i kulturno-povijesnih znamenitosti te izvrsno osmišljenih manifestacija. Posjetitelji se mogu okušati u raftingu, jahanju, biciklizmu te upoznati kulturnu baštinu Trilja i okolice posjetom utvrdama Nutjak i Čačvina, grapskim mlinicama ili dragocjenom arheološkom lokalitetu Tilurij. Triljsko kulturno ljeto (Lipanj – Rujan) uvijek nudi zanimljiv program, a valja izdvojiti Thrill Blues Festival (5.- 6. Srpnja) koji u Cetinsku krajinu redovito privlači najveća imena svjetskoga bluesa i iznimno je dobro posjećen.
It's (not) coming home? Although before the defeat from Croatia in last World Championship, the English claimed that football is coming home, Cetina people wouldn't agree, and they have solid evidence – tombstone of a 7-year old Roman boy Gaj Liberije, holding a ball ornamented with hexagons is the first symbol of a real lather ball, (proof of this is that the stem was found on Gardun near Trlja, and is located in Vrlička street in Sinj).
Originally Illyrian, football is a game Delmats used to play long before the arrival of Roman army, but it was the most popular in Trilj's Gardun, amongst Roman soldiers and noblemen. Today we can enjoy in show football match between Delmats and Romans, very fun comedian theatrical show, which is held in Trilj during summer and in Sinj (July 27).
KLIS
Before it became a site of attractive battles, intrigues, betrayals and revenges of the Game of Thrones, Klis Fort has stood proudly for centuries, blended in a stone cliff like a chameleon. A master-piece of fortification architecture, at the crossroads between the hinterland and the sea, it was a residence of first Croatian rulers, especially in stormy times of Croatian resistance to Ottoman attack.
The memory of those turbulent days is cherished by a Klis Uskok troups. Uskok's battle for Klis is a traditional medieval festival held every year in summer (July 26 – 28). The main event is spectacular staging of the famous battle from 1532, when many uskoks faced the Ottomans, severely outnumbered. Visitors can see medieval market, try archery and enjoy in sword dance, learn traditional folk songs, taste homemade dishes and drinks and buy authentic souvenirs.
Klis Cultural Summer (June – September) is a main
manifestation abounding in theatrical shows, concerts, exhibitions and folk
festivities and fishermen nights. Klapa gathering on Klis gathers the best
performers of this autochthonous Croatian a
capella music performance. On the south slope of Klis make sure to visit parish
church of Resurrection of Blessed Virgin Marry, a basilica decorated with
frescas of Biblical and historical motifs, one of which tells the story of the
fort.
Wells on Rajčica, an intriguing mosaic of 10 perfectly built circles with steps descending down to the water, is one of the most beautiful natural phenomena of Klis hinterland. The wells surrounded by drywalls are protected Croatian intangible heritage and present an unavoidable attraction wrapped in a veil of mystique – legend says that the wells were here even before the Roan came, and that in spite of severe draughts they've never run dry.
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VRLIKA
VRLIKA
Another significant medieval
fortification, Prozor Fort, was built at the turn from 14th to 15th century.
From the fort spreads an impressive view of Vrlika field, Perućko lake and the
very town and its surroundings.
Česma (Vrilo) is a
picturesque park from 19th century, a spring of one of many the Cetina
tributaries. As an important place for gatherings and socializing, it was an
inspiration to Milan Begović and his libretto for the most popular Croatian
opera comedy “Ero the Joker”, (August 3) performed every year at this exact
authentic location. Final dance of the opera is a Vrlika silent circle dance,
UNESCO-protected intangible cultural heritage.
Hundred kilometres of pure beauty of the Cetina river comes from at least 11 tributary springs, but the biggest, the strongest and the most beautiful is Glavaš spring, 130 metres deep. It is watched over by old-Croatian church od St. Spas from 9th century, one of our most precious and most beautiful archaeological sites. Cetina is to be credited for the beauties of Perućko lake, with its breath-taking beauty and vast richness of flora and fauna. It is popular especially with rowers and fishermen and bathers during summer.
Vrlika people organize several interesting manifestations, and even one world championship – in frying Vrlika’s doughnuts (July 20). Cultural-art association “Milan Begović” organizes very visited traditional Night of song, dance and folk customs (July 27) when cultural heritage of the entire Croatia is presented, and speciall Vrlika silent circle dance and ojkavica ( traditional folk singing).
VRGORAC
Vrgorac – town of poetry, ballads,
towers, tombstones, the sweetest strawberries, autochthonous Dalmatian
prosciutto and wine, a town of mystic beauty, belvederes, springs, canyons and
caves.
In honour of great Croatian poet Tin Ujević, born in Dizdara Fort, since 1995 Vrgorc has cherished literary-cultural manifestation With Tin in Vrgorac. On his birthday anniversary, on 5 July, poetry laureates are awarded with annual literary award of Society of Croatian poets “Tin Ujević”. Tin cultural summer treats visitors with numerous theatrical shows, workshops and concerts.
The locals are proud of their traditional three-day wine-gastro manifestation Days of Dalmatian prosciutto and wine (May 31 – June 2 2019.), which gathers many producers and exhibitors, and visitors can enjoy in top quality Dalmatian prosciutto and other meat delicacies, exceptional wines of autochthonous Vrgorac varieties like zlatarica vrgoska and trnak and many other homemade products.
ŠESTANOVAC
Only 15 km from Omiš and the
place where Cetina flows into the Adriatic sea, Šestanovac Municipality is an
ideal destination for excursionists and those in search of relaxation in
untouched nature, small villages and vacation houses.
It is exactly the Cetina river, untouchable karst beauty, that offers the most vacation opportunities, Cetina rapids aren’t too demanding, and waterfalls and deep canyon are a stunning stage for rafting and canyoning. Rafting is adjusted to all age groups, while warm Mediterranean climate together with mountain canyon and the river are a guarantee for unforgettable adventures.
If you want to enjoy the river without additional requisites canyoning is ideal activity – jumping in refreshing Cetina, swimming, hiking and floating through the river, rock climbing…
Šestanovac is proud of its ecological olive grove Jurin dvor, which raises plantation of olives since 2006 exclusively on ecological grounds. Winery Biskupović has cherished the tradition of wine-making for thirty year; each of their 3000 vines has fought relentless conditions of scarce ground.
IMOTSKI
Imotski, located on the border of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Dalmatia attracts attention with its most picturesque natural master-pieces, Red and Blue Lake, favourite excursion destination of the locals and tourists.
During summer heat Blue Lake turns into a lively refreshing destination, and when it dries up it becomes an attractive and unique football field. Red Lake is unapproachable due to steep cliffs that surround it. Nature has played here and created more lakes of peculiar looks and names: Two eyes, Prosutica lake, Krenica and Provalija, Galipovac, Lokvičićka lakes and Knezovića lake.
Imotska sila (July 5 – 8) (silo/sijelo – village evening gathering due to some joint
work, with entertainment) is a cultural manifestation bringing fun and a spirit
of culture into Imotski nights since 1976. This year start with Hasanaaginica
performance. Actors in Zagvozd (June
30 – August 10) is a traditional gathering of the best national theatre
performances.
As organizers put it – a fairy tale-like journey into a little oasis of theatre, music, dance, art, socializing and friendship. It is especially lively in Imotski on 2 August, during celebration of Our Lady of Angels, patron saint of the town and entire Imotski region. Our Lady of Angels is celebrated in memory of 1717, when outnumbered and poorly armed Imotski people, with the help of Venetians, defeated mighty Ottoman army.
DUGOPOLJE
Dugopolje is situated next to the field of the same name, under north slopes of Mosor mountain, rich with sinkholes and karst pits you can visit by following many mountaineering roads.
It is most definitely worth visiting Kraljeva peć, unique natural phenomenon and Vranjača cave – a miraculous underground world of stalagmites and stalactites and stone sculptures created by water flow.
You can also take a walk along Roman road, which used to lead from Salona to Aequum settlement (Čitluk near Sinj) and military camp Pons Tiluri (Gardun near Trilj). International folklore gatherings Beauty in the Stone have been held in Dugopolje since 2004. In late September (29.9.) Dugopolje celebrates its patron saints St. Michael and Jeronim. Together with traditional holly masses and processions, numerous sports and cultural events are organized, with unavoidable folk festivities.
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr, Tourist boards of Sinj, Trilj, Imotski, Klis, Vrlika, Vrgorac, Dugopolje, Šestanovac
Mountaineering through Dalmatian Zagora
Exceptionally favourable geomorphological and geographical location of Cetina region resulted in astonishing natural elements that offer incredible perspectives to hikers, mountaineers or occasional recreationists. Glades, boskets, sinkholes, springs, rivers, cracks and plateaus together with encyclopaedic richness of flora and fauna present priceless reward to determined climber.
Karst mountain beauties that surround Cetina region - Visoka, Kamešnica, Svilaja, Dinara - hide so much unexplored beauty that will make you come back again, once you've visited them for the first time.
Mountaineering in Cetina region has a long and rich tradition. Several mountaineering societies from Sinj area regularly organize hiking tours, lectures and training, mountaineering schools and ecological actions. Constant increase in number of members speaks of great interest of locals for this type of recreation. Mountaineering shelters and homes (Orlove stine, Sv. Jakov) are opened for all kind souls to relax, refresh and socialize.
Numerous marked roads are arranged and designed to provide maximum safety and pleasure to visitors. They can be explored individually (recommended only to experienced climbers), or more preferably, with expert guides. They will, apart from leading the way, share various information and some new perspectives.
Within MedPaths project, financed by EU via IPA program (Adriatic Overseas Cooperation), to joy and pleasure of national and foreign guests, numerous cycling, horse-riding, hiking and mountaineering roads were fixed and arranged.
The Project “Sinj u sridu”, as
well as promotional materials and their implementation was co-financed by the
European Union from the EU Fund for regional development and operational
programme Competitiveness and cohesion 2014-2020.
Content of promotional article
is sole responsibility of JU RERA for coordination and development of
Split-Dalmatia County and under no circumstances does it reflect the attitude
of the EU and/or the governing body.
For more
information visit www.strukturnifondovi.hr
More: www.cetinska-krajina.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr , TB of Sinj, Trilj and Vrlika
Adrenaline treat for the connoisseurs - trekking adventure in Dalmatian Zagora
ADVENTURE TOURISM AWAY FROM THE CITY ASPHALT. If you are not among those lucky ones who have long before become familiar with the Dalmatian hinterland, and it being a real kingdom for active walking, hiking and running along the immense mountain and plain terrains - the Cetina Region - this must be changed urgently!
Two trekking routes in Sinj and Trilj, and even 4 hiking trails in Vrlika, will surely satisfy everyone's sports affinities, and there is just so much to explore and discover - from the green lungs of Sinj town - Pavića nebesa, to the highest peak of Visošnica, offering an unforgettable view of Sinj , Field of Sinj and the surrounding mountains, the Dicmo valley, the sea and the islands; all te way to the canyon and mountain stream of Sutina, gorgeous landscapes of the green Svilaja and the dark, rocky Dinara, and the fairy-tale hills of Trilj! Go for a trekking adventure along the well-marked and very intriguing routes included in the offers of hiking clubs, or choose a themed tour offered by some of the specialized agencies. If you visit the Cetina Region in pre-season, you can even compete in trekking!
SET OFF ON A JOURNEY THROUGH FAIRY-TALE LABYRINTH. How about a stay in the middle of the forest fresh, while enjoying the beautiful views from the tops of the Dinara and Svilaja, and of course, some refreshments with healthy home-made food and drinks upon your return? If you like the idea of such an adventure, explore one of the 4 hiking trails in the Vrlika area! Or take the themed trekking tour of the green hills above Trilj – you will enjoy in the delight of green monticules and vineyards, which are complemented by numerous fresh water sources and small streams! Take a sip of pure, crystal clear spring water, purify your lungs with fresh air of Zagora, get to know small rural households, in which food is still produced only in a natural way and try the traditional delicacies such as home-made cheese and bread! And do forget to visit the archaeological site of Tilurij and the famous Galop stables.
TAKE PART IN A REAL COMPETITION. If besides the adventurous, you also possess a competitive spirit, do take in note that Cetina Region is a spot of many attractive races! We like the Sinj Trail, held in May, which has categories (and trails!) in lengths of 11, 22 and 33 km, inspired by types of competitions in our famous knights’ tournament - Alka (Bar, Čoja, Alka). These trails connect some of the top attractions - from the church of Our Lady of Sinj and the magnificent Courtyards of the Alkari, to the protected landscape of Sutina and the enchanting viewpoints from which your eyes can reach towards Visoka, Kamešnica, Dinara and Svilaja! The Cetina Adventure Race, takes place in June, and there is an unlimited number of two-member teams which can participate. This race is a combination of various adrenaline disciplines in which teams face natural hurdles, and its "milder" variant is a dynamic City Challenge, which reveals to its participants many unknown spots of the town under Kamičak, and both children and adults can take part in it.
The Project “Sinj u sridu”, as
well as promotional materials and their implementation was co-financed by the
European Union from the EU Fund for regional development and operational
programme Competitiveness and cohesion 2014-2020.
Content of promotional article
is sole responsibility of JU RERA for coordination and development of
Split-Dalmatia County and under no circumstances does it reflect the attitude
of the EU and/or the governing body.
For more information visit www.strukturnifondovi.hr
More: www.cetinska-krajina.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr , Dalmatia explorer
Paragliding - sail on the sky realms over Cetina Region!
WHO SAID that man cannot fly? In the Cetina Region, an adrenaline paradise for connoisseurs, it is a well-known secret that we can fly, without turning on any engine, all with the help of winds, mountain slopes and thermal air currents!
Enjoy an atypical view of nature - the way it has been experienced only by the bravest - from above! - and fly wherever you want, while respecting the basic rules. Opt for a one-man flight or a tandem flight with an instructor, or take part in a real competition; in any case, the images of Cetina Region and its rocky scenery, filled with both hills and valleys, seen from up above, will be a real bombshell and a magnet for many likes on social networks!
WHAT MORE CAN YOU WISH FOR? Fantastic take-off point, beautiful scenery, excellent flying and a safe landing. What more can you wish for? – these were words uttered by a satisfied guest, who tried flying at Greda in Hrvace, a well-known point for fans of sky adrenaline adventures and sailing along celestial spaces.
WHAT MORE CAN YOU WISH FOR? Fantastic take-off point, beautiful scenery, excellent flying and a safe landing. What more can you wish for? – these were words uttered by a satisfied guest, who tried flying at Greda in Hrvace, a well-known point for fans of sky adrenaline adventures and sailing along celestial spaces.
This is also the only location in Central Dalmatia which organizes flights by paragliding and hang gliding aircrafts (an activity in which a pilot flies with a light, non-motorized plane). This is a high-quality and very beloved service, in which guests who love flying really enjoy, and it is also accompanied by an excellent offer of additional services - from the accommodation itself, the so-called parataxi, to the delicacies in authentic local taverns and camping services.
There is no fear in case of bad weather - the hosts have prepared additional extra activities meant for these situations, so you practically do not get to miss out on… anything! A flight that ends with a delicious barbeque after its completion, and also provides an opportunity to get acquainted with the features of the Cetina Region – well, to us that sounds more than great! Bonus advice - make sure to have someone record your flying adventure with a good quality camera - you will have a wonderful memory and exciting content for your news feed on social networks!
TRY THE BEST VERSION OF FLYING. Aviation sailing is considered to be the most beautiful form of flying - depending on weather conditions, but also the skills of the pilot, it can last for several hours and include hundreds of kilometers of area, all in one flight!
From August 10th to August 18th 2019, Sinj will be the center of the 10th Croatian National Aviation Sailing Championship and the International Open Gliding Cup. Another of the top events is the Alkar Parachute Cup, which attracts a large number of visitors each year, at the end of July. It is also worth seeing the spectacular Air show, an international air show event, which will be held from August 30th to September 1st 2019. If you are especially inspired, try skydiving at Sinj’s sports airport, or just enjoy the pleasures of chivalry Alkari spirits, which this particular town has managed to transfer even to the heavenly heights!
Photo: TB Sinj
The Project “Sinj u sridu”, as
well as promotional materials and their implementation was co-financed by the
European Union from the EU Fund for regional development and operational
programme Competitiveness and cohesion 2014-2020.
Content of promotional article
is sole responsibility of JU RERA for coordination and development of
Split-Dalmatia County and under no circumstances does it reflect the attitude
of the EU and/or the governing body.
For more information visit www.strukturnifondovi.hr
More: www.cetinska-krajina.hr
Explore our greatest island - Brač is mysterious and irresistible!
ATTRACTIVE IN PRESEASON AS WELL. However – and wherever – you decide to explore it – on two wheels, along the paths of its worthy cultural heritage, or even through its cuisine – Brač is equally mysterious and irresistible.
Let your visit be active, but tasty as well – cycling in idyllic ambience and going on excursions to cultural-historical treats can be spiced up with gourmet ones – homemade lamb that melts in your mouth, wine that gently tickles your nostrils and palates – and one of the most delicious cakes in the world!
A WAY TO BRAČ’S HEART. In recent years Brač has made an incredible progress as far as cyclotourism is concerned, and we can say that interest for an adventure on two wheels has spread from Sutivan, which has always been associated with sports thanks to Vanga Regule festival and Bike Friendly Sutivan project.
Brač is an island with the greatest number of arranged cycling roads – even 25! All you have to do is choose the one according to your taste. They were named after saint-patrons, winds and Mediterranean herbs. We especially like Heart of Brač - it will present you with untouched Brač as it used to be, but also with ten medieval and Renaissance churches!
Some roads are so intriguing that aren’t for those of weak nerves – for example, Macića and Vivera road was named after surreal creatures from local legends about Postira, and it will take you to the oldest place on Brač – Škrip and Dol – home of the famous hrapoćuša cake full of walnuts and strong ingredients, resembling Brač’s karst!
If you want truly royal experience of cycling, set out on the longest of all tracks – St. Juraj!
This 180.1 km long road takes you to all the places on the island of Brač, and it rightfully bears the name of the island’s patron saint. It contains the best of everything - the most beautiful bell tower of parish church in Ložišća, whose author is Ivan Rendić; church of St. Peter with a pine grooving from its roof in Nerežišća, magical Golden Cape in Bol that changes shape depending on the wind and sea currents; church of Christ King in Selca – the so called Brač Cathedral, early-Christian basilica in Povlja, Masonry School in Pučišća and the Island of Brač Museum in Škrip!
CULTURAL SITES WORTH VISITING. Did you know that Brač is a true treasury of worthy cultural-historical and sacral heritage? Although sightseeing of certain locations can be combined with riding along cycling roads, to visit Brač particularly for its cultural heritage is a great idea in pre- and post-season. Our starting point would be Selca, a place of the same-named municipality that is known as the centre of Brač culture – beautiful stone alleys and squares reveal long tradition of masonry, while the greatest church on the island – Brač’s Cathedral, keeps many more jewels of sacral heritage, like the sculpture of Christ’s Heart by Ivan Meštrović.
Nearby village Povlja also has many curiosities – maybe you didn’t know that there you can find one of the oldest Croatian language and cultural-historical monuments, like Povaljska Charter and Povaljski Threshold, and early-Christian basilica from 6th century? This is just one of even 116 noted Brač’s sacral objects distinguished by different style!
Much aware of this enormous treasury of our greatest island, leading men of County’s tourism published cultural tourist guide several years ago, with a concept of itinerary, where you can find true sightseeing jewels – from Baroque parish churches and their worthy altarpieces, to medieval churches with characteristic hanging stone arch (like the one in Sv.Petra Dol) with later upgraded distaff-shaped bell tower.
Renowned names like Juraj Dalmatianc, Nikola Firentinac or Brač’s
sculptor Nikola Lazanić are the makers of worthy altar reliefs often found in
these sacral buildings.
BRAČ HAS HAD ITS
DRAGONS - FOR AGES! But, do not miss a visit to true stars of Brač’s cultural heritage – like Island of Brač Museum in
Škrip, which will delight you with series of fragments of early-Christian stone
furniture, or Dragon’s Cave dating back even further in past!
This fascinating cave with a relief of a dragon, after which it was named, combines Slavic mythology and Christian iconography, and it’s a real wonder it didn’t catch the eye of authors of the most popular fantasy series Game of Thrones! Together with Dragon’s Cave make sure to include Blaca Desert to your itineraries; it is for centuries upgraded monastery in rocky desert, rich with contents that were part of Glagolitic priests’ everyday lives.
Photo: Central Dalmatia, Tourist boards of Split Dalmatia county
ATRAKTIVAN I U PREDSEZONI. Kako god – i kad god! - ga odlučite istražiti – na dva kotača, putem njegove vrijedne kulturne baštine, ili pak kroz ukusne pijate! – Brač je jednako zagonetan i neodoljiv.
Nek Vaš posjet bude aktivan, ali i ukusan – bicikliranje u idiličnom ambijentu i izlete do kulturno-povijesnih poslastica, začinite onim gurmanskim – domaćom janjetinom koja se topi u ustima, vinom koje nježno bocka nosnice i nepca – i jednom od najukusnijih torti na svijetu!
PUT DO SRCA OTOKA. Brač je posljednjih godina nevjerojatno napredovao kad je u pitanju cikloturizam, a možemo reći da se interes za avanturom na dva kotača proširio iz Sutivana, koji je oduvijek imao sportski predznak zahvaljujući festivalu Vanka regule i projektu Bike friendly Sutivan.
Brač je otok s najviše – čak 25! - uređenih biciklističkih staza, a na Vama je samo odabrati onu po svojem ukusu. Nazvane su prema otočkim svecima-zaštitnicima, vjetrovima, ili pak mediteranskom bilju, a nama se naročito sviđa Srce Brača – ponudit će Vam neoskvrnjeni Brač kakav je nekad bio, ali i čak deset srednjovjekovnih i renesansnih crkvica!
Ima i tako intrigantnih staza da nisu za one sa slabijim živcima – primjerice, staza Macića i Vivera dobila je ime prema nadnaravnim bićima iz mjesnih legendi vezanih za Postira, a odvest će Vas i do najstarijeg bračkog naselja Škrip, te Dola – doma čuvene torte hrapoćuše prepune oraha i krepkih sastojaka, izgledom nalik na brački krš!
A želite li uistinu kraljevsko iskustvo bicikliranja, odvažite se i krenite najdužom od svih staza – Sv. Juraj!
Ova 180.1 km dugačka staza vodi do svih naselja na otoku Braču, te je s pravom ponijela ime otočkog zaštitnika, a sadrži ono ponajbolje – najljepši zvonik - onaj župne crkve u Ložišćima s potpisom Ivana Rendića, crkvicu Sv. Petra s borom u krovu u Nerežišćima, čarobni Zlatni rat u Bolu koji mijenja oblik ovisno o vjetru i morskim strujama, crkvu Krista kralja u Selcima – takozvanu Bračku katedralu, ranokršćansku baziliku u Povljima, Klesarsku školu u Pučišćima i Muzej otoka Brača u Škripu!
OBJEKTI KOJE VRIJEDI RAZGLEDATI. Jeste li znali da je Brač prava riznica vrijedne kulturno-povijesne i sakralne baštine? Iako se razgledavanje pojedinih lokacija može sjajno iskombinirati sa vožnjom biciklističkim stazama, ciljano otići na Brač u razgled kulturne baštine odlična je ideja za posjet u predsezoni i posezoni.
Mi bismo krenuli od Selaca, mjesta istoimene Općine koja slovi za centar kulture Brača – prekrasne kamene ulice i trgovi odaju dugu tradiciju bavljenja kamenoklesarstvom, a najveća crkva na otoku - Bračka katedrala, krije još dragulja sakralne baštine, poput skulpture Srca Isusovog, autora Ivana Meštrovića.
A tek obližnje mjesto Povlja skriva prave kuriozitete – možda niste znali da se ondje nalaze jedni od najstarijih hrvatskih jezičnih i kulturno-povijesnih spomenika, poput povaljske listine i povaljskog praga, te ranokršćanske bazilike iz 6. stoljeća? Ovo je tek jedan od čak 116 zabilježenih bračkih vrijednih sakralnih objekata, koje odlikuju različiti stilski izričaji!
Svjesni ovog neizmjernog bogatstva našeg najvećeg otoka, čelni ljudi
županijskog turizma prije nekoliko godina izdali su i kulturno-turistički vodič
s konceptom itinerara, u kojem možete naći prave dragulje idealne za razgled –
od mahom baroknih župnih crkvi i njihovih vrijednih oltarnih pala, pa do
srednjovjekovnih crkvi karakterističnog visećeg luka (poput one Sv. Petra u
Dolu) s kasnije nadograđenim zvonikom na preslicu. Zvučna imena poput Jurja
Dalmatinca, Nikole Firentinca ili pak bračkog kipara Nikole Lazanića, stoje iza
vrijednih oltarnih reljefa koje ove građevine nerijetko kriju.
BRAČ ZMAJEVE IMA - ODAVNO! No, nipošto nemojte propustiti razgled pravih zvijezda bračke kulturne baštine – poput Muzeja otoka Brača u Škripu, koji će Vas oduševiti nizom ulomaka kamenog namještaja iz razdoblja ranog kršćanstva, ili pak Zmajeve špilje, koja seže u još ranija razdoblja! Ova fascinantna špilja s reljefom zmaja po kojem je i dobila ime, spaja slavensku mitologiju i kršćansku ikonografiju, a pravo je čudo da nije zapela za oko tvorcima najpopularnijih fantasy serijala, poput Game of Thrones!
Pored Zmajeve špilje, neka i pustinja Blaca - stoljećima dozidavan samostan u stjenovitoj pustoši, prebogat sadržajima koji su bili dio svakodnevnice vrijednih svećenika glagoljaša i monaha, bude obavezna stavka u Vašem putnom itineraru.
Više: www.dalmatia.hr
Foto: www.dalmatia.hr
Šolta and Vis – favourite nautical destinations of Central Dalmatia
IMPOSSIBLE TO RESIST
If you wish to explore nautical world of these two beautiful islands and their gorgeous turquoise bays, you will be enchanted by a view of breath-taking landscapes and more than rich flora and fauna hidden by caves and steep rocks of the most beautiful south-Dalmatian islands – and even by a few sunken ships or remains of Diocletian’s fish pond!
If you are sea depths enthusiast, we strongly recommend accompanying licenced guide, with whose help you can dive even at night, for especially spectacular experience!
If you are a true sea-dog, islands Šolta and Vis will not disappoint you – seamen have at their disposal modern equipped marinas, moorings and nautical ports.
But, if you want to have a truly royal experience of the island’s treasures, in an atmosphere of original Dalmatian architecture and islanders’ way of life – in that case, the peace, untouched nature and high-quality gastro offer will be exceptionally enjoyable and inspirational!
Depending on your preferences, in beautiful ambience of inland part of the islands you can hike and cycle, all roads are marked on a map available in every tourist information centre.
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr, TB Šolta, TB Vis, TB Komiža
Cetina Adventure Race and City challenge - only for true adventurists
The ninth annual Cetina Adventure Race does not need a special introduction for true adventurists. Year after year it becomes more attractive to adrenaline junkies, as well as those who enjoy breath-taking natural beauty. The Race tests one’s physical and mental abilities and teamwork, while the backdrops of Visoka, Visošnica, Kamešnica, Dinara and Svilaja mountains and the Sutina and Cetina river canyons reward all competitors participating in the race.
Date: Sinj, June 8 2019. at 7 a.m. i 5 p.m.
The race consists of 3 disciplines
One of them is trekking, which also contains canyoning. While the point of trekking is to find the shortest possible route, canyoning requires the competitors to exclusively use the canyon from the entry to the exit point, which is determined by the organizer.
Besides trekking and canyoning, the participants will compete in kayaking and mountain biking. The layout of the track and the control points is kept in secret until the technical meeting, which will take place a day before the race. The organizers only hinted at one detail: the mountain biking part of the race will be over 50 km long (out of the total 100 km length of the race).
The start is at 7:00 (handing over of equipment will be between 5:30 and 6:30 at the starting line). The organizer retains the right to change the starting hour if necessary.
The technical meeting will take place the day before the race from 17:10 until 19:00 (included in the meeting will be the handing out of starting packages) and the location is to be announced to all participants in an email.
The race will take place on 7 June 2018. The start and finish line are in front of the Youth Center (Piccadilly disco club). Men’s, women’s and mixed teams can participate in the race. The maximum number of teams is the first 30 ones to apply.
The teams that do not make the cut are put as reserves in case some of those applied cancel their participation. The time limit to complete the race is 14 hours.
For all additional information contact Cetina AdventureFacebook page.
City Challenge Cetina Adventure
Apart from the Cetina Adventure Race popular among the physically ready adrenaline junkies, the “Cetina Adventure” adventure sports club also organizes the City Challenge Cetina Adventure, open for participation for all, regardless of age and fitness condition.
The challenge is designed so that the participants have to discover certain points around the town of Sinj with the help of a map and directions. The city challenge can be completed in 30 minutes, or at walking pace with children, within the timeframe of 2 hours. The recipe is simple: you are all invited to have fun and discover the hidden nooks of the town under Kamičak. A good time in good company is guaranteed!
The city challenge will take place on 8 June. The starting and finish line will be in front of the Youth Center (Piccadilly disco club). The track is 8 kilometers long and there are a number of categories for participating – the adult categories (male and female) and children categories. Maximum number of participants is 500 and the time limit to complete the race is 2 hours.
The start of the race is at 17:00. The organizer retains the right to change the starting schedule if necessary. A technical meeting will take place an hour before the start, at 16:00.
Više: Tz Sinj
Šolta – a synonym for hedonism of all senses!
IMPOSSIBLE TO RESIST. What could be the connection between the father of Croatian literature, Marko Marulić, famous emperor Diocletian and Illyric queen Teuta?
An irresistible pearl on a salty surface of Split waters – the island of Šolta! Queen Teuta of divine beauty hid in its bays and allegedly built her court; Diocletian had a fish pond there; Marko Marulić wrote some of his most significant works there, enjoying in soft humming of the sea and silence of Nečujam, where he gladly gathered with his friends.
But, to have an imperial holiday on this island – you do not have to be of royal blood or an artistic soul – although the peace and untouched nature will be truly pleasant and inspiring there!
THEY SAY THAT A WAY TO SOMEONE’S HEART IS THROGH THE STOMACH, so we recommend starting with an adventure – for your palates! What about a portion of fresh, just caught grilled fish, seasoned with olive oil and wild aromatic herbs like marjoram or rosemary? This is the way to explore the island through your plate, for this emblematic, recognizable Mediterranean dish unites all the best of Šolta – fresh fish, awarded olive oil made of autochthonous varieties oblica and levatinka, wild herbs and of course, a glass of magic dobričić, homemade Šolta’s wine, which is one of the ‘parents’ of famous plavac mali!
This wine is a true gastronomic treasure – like plavac, but more elegant. Discover its deep dark red colour and aromas of dry fruit, blueberry and a dry tobacco leaf! Together with wine, Šolta’s brands include olive oil made of aforementioned varieties, and a result of years-long tradition of beekeeping – wild rosemary honey locally called Olintio; they are worth finding, buying and even taking home.
If you
visit local beekeepers or oil refineries like Olynthie-nature in Gornje Selo,
you can get familiar even with the process of production of these great gifts
of nature, olive oil being even in the register of protected marks of originality
and geographic origin of the European Commission.
HIKE,
CYCLE, DIVE, SAIL…DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL BAYS AND BEACHES. You’re wondering where
to spend tasty and healthy Mediterranean food calories? There are numerous
possibilities!
From seaside resorts like Maslenica, Stomorska, Nečujam or Rogač set out to explore the island’s inland or set out towards the shore from southern inland villages like Grohote, Gornje Selo, Srednje Selo or Donje Selo.
Depending on your preferences, in this beautiful ambience you can hike or cycle, all roads are charted on a map available in all tourist info centres.
If you prefer water activities, set out on an unforgettable kayaking adventure – if your starting point is beach in Maslinica, you can expect a romantic adventure of discovering nearby islets and the most amazing sunset you have ever seen. If you choose main Nečujam beach, you will enjoy in heavenly beauty of Velika uvala and unique acoustic features – Vallis surda or deaf bay will turn every sound into just a silent whisper!
If you would like to explore underwaters of these stunning turquoise bays, you will be delighted by more than rich flora and fauna hidden by caves and vertical rocks of the south side of the island – and even by a few sunken ships or remains of Diocletian’s fish pond! Our warmest recommendation is a tour with a licenced guide, with whose help you can even dive at night – for a specially spectacular experience! If you are a true sailor, Šolta won’t disappoint you – yachtsmen have at their disposal two mooring places in Stomorska and Rogač, and modern equipped marina in front of Martinis Marchi Hotel in Maslinica.
ŠOLTA’S JACKSON POLLOCK. Did you know that Šolta has given some excellent artists, like Eugen Buktenica Đenko, the most significant representative of Dalmatian naïve art? His artistic tradition was continued by Vicko Buktenica, who followed the footsteps of his famous uncle.
To naïve art he also added abstraction, so many have compared him to one of the most prominent figures of abstract expressionism, Jackson Pollock. It would be a shame not to visit Grohote and Gallery of Naïve art with permanent exhibition of paintings by Eugen and Vicko Buktenica, depicting charming donkeys with golden crowns, emblematic owls, idyllic churches and wooden boats, and - Mate Mišo Kovač, all bursting with joyful colours and positive artistic energy.? The name Grohote actually means come on up – so what are you waiting for?
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr , archive TB Central Dalmatia
What a start to the ÖTILLÖ swimrun season at Hvar
The 2019 ÖTILLÖ
The Mediterranean setting had all the ingredients to make for a spectacular yet very tough
The Winners Jonas Ekman Fischer and Lars Ekman (SWE), Sailfish Team Bröderna Bäver, managed to pull away from the leading pack and cross the finish line as the first team after 4:51:51, almost 7 minutes ahead of Julien Pousson and Nicolas
The very strong Martin Flinta (SWE) & Helena Karaskova Erbenova (CZE) Team Thule Crew/Wolffwear Head SR team finished as
Hvar representatives at ÖTILLÖ Sprint Hvar and ÖTILLÖ Experience Hvar race
The day before the main race was organized shorter races: ÖTILLÖ Sprint Hvar and ÖTILLÖ Experience Hvar, offering the same experience as the longer and more demanding main race, just in a smaller format. These races had 150 competitors registered in 20 countries, and Hvar also had two representatives.
A representative of the Tourist Board of Hvar, Georges Buj and Marzia Marti, the marketing representative of the Sunčani Hvar hotels, a longtime partner of the event. Both of them have successfully finished the race.
“There were a lot of good teams in the front today, especially in the swim sections. Before the long
The island of Hvar, part of the Croatian Dalmatian islands, is considered one of the 10 most beautiful islands in the world. With its rich cultural and historic heritage, ancient olive trees and vineyards, crystal clear waters, limestone rock and varied terrain, surrounded by the fabulous Pakleni islands, Hvar is the perfect destination for
The original 40,4 km race course of ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Hvar had to be changed due to strong currents in the channel between Hvar and the Pakleni Islands. The crystal blue sea was at around 15 degrees and the longest swim crossing of 2 950 metres was shortened to about 2 700 metres. Still a true test for all competitors. The rainy weather made the conditions different for all the racers depending on where you were in the pack, it became a big challenge. A big part of the trail running was on technical trails, with a few tough climbs spicing up the challenge.
Several teams had to struggle to make it in time for the two cut offs. Some had to abandon after the long swim. The top teams pushed each other hard, chasing each other in a tight group all the way to the last swims before the finish line. The level of competition is mind blowing!
At all ÖTILLÖ
142 teams of two from 23 different nations travelled to Hvar to compete in the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Hvar, a qualifier to the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship in the Swedish archipelago. The day prior to the race two shorter more accessible race were organised, the ÖTILLÖ Sprint Hvar and the ÖTILLÖ Experience Hvar, offering the same flavours as the longer more challenging race but in a smaller format.These races had close to 150 racers registered from a total of 20 nations.
Eight top teams at ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Hvar qualify to the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship 2019, on 2 September 2019 in the Stockholm Archipelago; top 3 men, top 3 mixed, top 2 women.
Top 3 results ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Hvar, 7 April 2019
Men
1. Jonas Ekman Fischer & Lars Ekman (SWE) Sailfish Team Bröderna Bäver
2. Julien Pousson & Nicolas
3. Franck Martin & Guillaume
Mixed
1. Martin Flinta (SWE) & Helena Karaskova Erbenova (CZE), Thule Crew/Wolffwear Head SR
2. Sampo Hyppölä & Saara Grönholm (FIN), Kuopio Swimrun Team
3. Andre Hook & Dörte Zimmermann (GER), Team Envol_Head powered by Campz
Women
1. Fanny Danckwardt & Desirée Andersson (SWE), Team Envol Fanny/Desirée - winner
2. Anna Hellström & Susie Moonan (SWE), Team Envol Susie Anna
3. Helen
FAST FACTS ÖTILLÖ SWIMRUN HVAR 2019
· Hvar, Croatia
· Total race distance: 40,4 km
· Trail running: 31,6 km
· Swimming: 8,8 km
· Swim sections: 9
· Longest swim: 2 950 m
· Longest run: 13 600 m
· Teams of two; for safety reasons and for the unique experience
· 142 registered teams
· 20 nations
ABOUT SWIMRUN AND ÖTILLÖ
Swimrun is one of the fastest growing endurance sport where you in teams of two alternate trail running and open water swimming along a marked course. You run in your wetsuit and swim in your shoes! It is a unique sport and experience as you often race with a partner and the race courses are in wild nature. The ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship (ÖTILLÖ meaning island to island in Swedish) is the original
There are six qualifying races to ÖTILLÖ. At each World Series event a Sprint and Experience race is organised the same weekend.
· ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Hvar, Croatia, April 7, 2019
· ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Utö, Sweden, May 19, 2019
· ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Isles of Scilly, UK, June 9, 2019
· ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Engadin, Switzerland, July 7, 2019
· ÖTILLÖ Swimrun 1000 Lakes, Germany, September 22, 2019 (Qualifier for ÖTILLÖ 2020)
· ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Cannes, France, October 20, 2019 (Qualifier for ÖTILLÖ 2020)
ÖTILLÖ THE SWIMRUN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
· 14th edition on September 2nd, 2019
· 75 km over and between 26 islands in the Stockholm Archipelago
· Renowned as one of the toughest one-day races in the world
Photographer: Pierre Mangez,
ÖTILLÖ Hvar kicks off the 2019 season
Vrijeme održavanja: 6. i 7. travnja 2019.
THE 2019 SWIMRUN SEASON STARTS ON APRIL 6 & 7
On April 6 & 7 the 2019 Swimrun season will start with a blast. ÖTILLÖ Hvar in Croatia will have the biggest starting field until date and with many of the absolute best teams in the world.
The last five months have been long and it seems as if the start of the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Series has been longed for.
ÖTILLÖ Hvar, off the Croatian coast is the ideal setting to start the season. Spring weather, crystal- clear waters and beautiful race courses over the whole weekend. More than 400 racers from more than 20 nations will travel to participate and to get the season started.
THE 2019 ÖTILLÖ SWIMRUN WORLD SERIES
The following races are the confirmed 2019 World Series races. One more might be added towards the end of the season.
Each of these races act as qualifiers and also generate ranking points towards ÖTILLÖ, The Swimrun World Championship; which is always held on the first Monday of September in the Stockholm Archipelago.
The races:
- ÖTILLÖ Hvar Weekend (Croatia) 6 & 7 April 2019 Images from 2018
- ÖTILLÖ Utö Weekend (Sweden) 18 & 19 May 2019 Images from 2018
- ÖTILLÖ Isles of Scilly Weekend (England) 8 & 9 June 2019 Images from 2018
- ÖTILLÖ Engadin Weekend (Switzerland) 6 & 7 July 2019 Images from 2018
- ÖTILLÖ 1000 Lakes Weekend (Germany) 21 & 22 September 2019 Images from 2018
- ÖTILLÖ Cannes Weekend (France) 18 & 19 October 2019 Images from 2018
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The World Championship
- ÖTILLÖ, The Swimrun World Championship (14th edition) 2 September 2019 Images from 2018
- 75 km over and between 26 islands in the Stockholm Archipelago
- Renowned as one of the toughest one-day races in the world (CNN 2012)
AN ÖTILLÖ SWIMRUN WEEKEND
An ÖTILLÖ Swimrun weekend is a full immersion into the sport of swimrun and its community. You can now be either a beginner or elite and find the right race for you.
We usually have around 20 nations participating over the weekend with 400+ racers.
We start the Friday afternoon with a #cleantheocean activity where we spend an hour picking garbage from beaches and land in the vicinity of the start & finish area.
On Saturdays we have our Sprint & Experience races. These you can either do as a team (two persons) or solo.
The Sprint is approx. 15 km and the Experience is approx. 7 km. These two races really make it possible for any one to participate. The courses are fun and the camraderie is great. If you want to be competitive the front of the Sprint moves quite fast.
On Sundays we have the World Series event which is approx. 42 km It serves as a qualifier for the World Championship. These events can only be done as a team.
This means that a weekend gives an opportunity for anyone to either try swimrun for the first time or to be extremely competitive all under a world- class organization.
Photo: ӦTTILӦ Swimrun
Gastronomy of Split - Dalmatia county - an intersection of culinary cultures from all over the world
WHAT WOULD YOU SAY about a cuisine that combines sweet and sour, Greek and Roman, Byzantine and Venetian, all linked by a truly special ingredient – a quantum of stubborn, originally Dalmatian spite?
Dalmatian cuisine will spoil your palates with homemade prosciutto and cheese, traditional fish stew (brodet) and thick fish soups, risottos and gnocchi seasoned with tasty dips, sea food stews; all rounded up with homemade olive oil, Mediterranean aromatic herbs and matched with wide range of exquisite homemade wines. If you want to give your palates a true adventure, it’s high time to taste these sensual dishes – true gastronomic ambassadors of Dalmatian cuisine!
A QUEEN CALLED PAŠTICADA. A true example of sweet-sour dish (see how Dalmatian cuisine is always a blend of extremes of some sort, unmatched by anyone?) is luxurious pašticada, gastro heritage of Venetia ad Byzantium, made even today for special occasions (due to its complex preparation) of beef aitchbone in wine, prosecco, vinegar, spices and vegetables. It is often accompanied by homemade gnocchi. Pašticada is so characteristic for this region that almost every household has its own way of preparing it; and it shares the throne with exquisite fish or meat dishes made under the baking lid!
Namely, if you haven’t tried veal, lamb or octopus under the iron lid, which enables food to be cooked and roasted at the same time, from a gastronomic point of view, you haven’t even been to Dalmatia, so do not miss it! If you visit the islands, let the magic of small family restaurants overwhelms you.
There, apart form aforementioned Dalmatian classics, you can indulge in carefully prepared specialties like mutton baked on a juniper spear, which stimulates with resin wood aroma, or for example – crunchy vitalac - ancient dish made of lamb offal served in the “lamb capital”, the island of Brač, which is also a gastro connection to Greeks.
Of course, if you prefer somewhat more modern gastronomic interpretations, there is a wide choice of modern gourmet oases – make yourself infatuated with octopus stew or burgers, monkfish medallions, cuttlefish with broad beans,
WINES WITH CHARACTER. True
With its classy barrique touch and mild tastes of blackberry, blueberry and cherry crljenak will most certainly comply with those in favor of fruity, bold wines. Although it was tied to Italian primitivo and Californian zinfandel, it has nothing of their sweetness and softness, it is a true - wine with a character!
Even Vienna Court could not resist Hvar’s bogdanuša, which was served only for holidays due to its elegance; while Vis’ vugava overwhelms with discrete aromas of peach, almond and orange! If you prefer red wines, enjoy in full, rounded, delicate woody taste of Hvar’s plavac mali, captivating like a nicely dressed girl walking along Hvar’s waterfront!
SOMETHING SWEET FOR THE END. What kind of a meal would it be without a good, tasty dessert?
Beautiful rožata dates back to Venetian times, and it was considered a pride of Dalmatian desserts! It is cooked in a caramel coat, while a magic addition to a simple recipe that contains milk, eggs, vanilla and sugar is a scented rose liqueur! Split Cake will enchant you with rhapsodies of figs, almonds, walnuts, dates, raisins and rum, and eager Dalmatian housewives discovered that the dough and cream are made of even 10 eggs!
Simple and delicious paradižet is made throughout Dalmatia, just as omnipresent fritule, kroštule and doughnuts, most commonly served in Dalmatian hinterland. Islands have their own trumps as well, just look at the list of Croatian intangible heritage goods and you will find there Dol’s hrapošćuša cake resembling the very Brač’s karst and famous Starigrad’s paprenjak! Combine them with a few drops of tempting lavender or carob liqueurs and you have finalized one great (and very tasty!) Dalmatian adventure!
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr , archive of Tourist boards of Split Dalmatia County, Dalmatia explorer