Saplunara is one of the few remaining coastal sandy habitats in Croatia.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Saplunara plans their trip around this location.
Nature
Blace is home to Croatia’s largest and best-preserved sand dunes. Blaca Bay, also known as Limuni, is considered to be a 20-minute walk from Saplunara.
History and Culture
According to local tradition, Saint Paul gave Saplunara on Mljet its name after landing on the island following a shipwreck. Saplunara was founded after the Second World War as a harbour for the residents of Korita.
The surrounding area of Saplunara includes Sveti Liberan, Gospa od Kamena, Katine Staje, Otok Jakljan, Pjenak and Otočić Borovac. Sveti Ilija and Sveti Mihailo are located in the wider region.
Surroundings
Otok Preč is located in the vicinity of Saplunara.
Beaches and Bays
Velika Saplunara Beach is 150 metres long. Velika Saplunara, Mala Saplunara and the beach at Blace (Limuni) are considered sandy beaches.
Saplunara Beach is considered natural and sandy; it is associated with free parking, a nearby restaurant and an anchorage.
