The award for the best authentic seaside destination in Croatia goes to Sutivan on Brac island

Sutivan, the seaside small town on the island of Brac, Croatia

Sutivan - the best small town on the Adriatic Coast

Sutivan is named the best small town on the Adriatic Coast in Croatia in 2018. Representatives of the Sutivan county and the tourist board received this award on the Days of Croatian Tourism. The ceremony was held in Hvar town in October 2018.

Bike-friendly Sutivan becomes car-free in the summer season

Sutivan lays on the northwest tip of the island Brac, overlooking the Split city. It is very well connected with the mainland, thanks to the regular ferry lines from Split to Supetar.

With a little less than a thousand people living in Sutivan, this charming seaside place keeps it's Mediterranean charm and culture.

There is no mass tourism here. The tourist board and the county representatives are focusing on raising the quality and keeping and preserving natural beauties and historical heritage.

Sutivan is rising biking destination on the Adriatic Coas

Sutivan is a great choice for family holidays and for cycling. Thanks to the strong focus on investing in cycling trails, Sutivan rises as one of the most popular cycling destinations on the Adriatic. It attracts visitors all year round.

Sutivan is a perfect base for exploring Brac island

Holidaymakers visiting Sutivan easily fall in love with the lifestyle of local people. There are great fine dining restaurants and taverns serving fresh seafood and using locally grown vegetables.

In the past, people were mostly in agriculture. Nowadays, you can still find large olive groves, tangerine plantations, and vineyards and taste local virgin oil and domestic wines.

Sutivan is also a perfect base for the ones who want to explore the island of Brac enjoying many different activities and visiting popular sights and beaches, but at the end of the day relax in the peaceful ambiance.

Sunset views from the luxury villa Alpha Prestige in Sutivan

Where to stay in Sutivan

There is only one hotel in Sutivan and it holds 5 stars. The investment in the construction of the apartments is limited and supervised by the county restrictions. Although, there is a rising number of luxury villas for rent in Sutivan. Most of them feature swimming pool, luxurious interior and are close to the beach. Sutivan is also popular for yachting.

If you are looking for a picturesque seaside place for your holidays in Croatia, you should definitely consider Sutivan. Have a look at the collection of the best luxury villa rentals in Sutivan.

Bike-friendly Sutivan becomes car-free in the summer season