Culture
Martinis-Marchi Castle in Maslinica was built in 1708 as a fortress with a courtyard and tower. As early as 1703, the Marchi brothers received permission to build a defensive tower, a village and a church above Maslinica Bay. The restored Martinis-Marchi Castle is operated as a luxury hospitality property.
The parish church of St Nicholas stands on the highest hill south of Maslinica Bay. Next to the church there is a viewpoint offering panoramic views of the surrounding bays as well as Drvenik and Trogir.
Landscape
The southern side of Maslinica is characterised by pine forest and hidden pebble beaches. An archipelago of seven islets lies offshore from Maslinica Bay. Šipkova Bay is located nearby; it is home to Šolta’s only sandy beach.
Kayaking from the beach in Maslinica is promoted as an adventure for exploring the nearby islets. In the Punta area, there is also a prepared local beach available for swimming.
Getting Around
A cycle path leads from Grohote via Srednje and Donje Selo to Maslinica and can be used by bicycle or on foot. The designated cycling tour “Staza sutona nad 7 otočića” follows the route Rogač–Grohote–Maslinica–Donje Selo–Rogač.
On this route, the section from Maslinica climbs over 4 km to 170 m above sea level. An MTB or e-MTB is recommended for the route because the singletrack descents may be too rough for gravel and trekking bikes.
Orientation
Marina Martinis Marchi in Maslinica offers berths for various types of vessels, water and electricity, sanitary facilities, a reception, Wi-Fi and hospitality services. At the ferry terminal in Rogač, one of the connecting buses serves Maslinica on the western side of Šolta.
Those who have chosen Maslinica as their travel destination may want to rent a holiday apartment there.
Other places on Šolta include Stomorska, Donje Selo, Rogač, Necujam, Grohote and Gornje Selo.
