Yacht charter
Last updated on 8 April 2025
Vinišce is a beautiful, protected village with a population of around 800. Vinišce is an old town in central Dalmatia, close to Trogir. Its low population density gives it many advantages, particularly its peaceful character. Far from the major tourist centers, Vinišce has also managed to keep its most beautiful tourist attractions intact, from the natural environment to the wild coastline and its historical heritage.
Discover the historical heritage of Vinišce
Once colonized by the Romans, the municipality of Vinnes boasts a rich historical heritage, bearing witness to the many eras that have left their mark on our era. Are you fascinated by those charming buildings rising majestically above the old streets that characterize the villages of Croatia? Take a little historical break in the village of Vinišce.
Strolling through the heart of the village, you will come to the church of the Holy Virgin Mary, or St. George, built by Benedictine monks. built in 1272, the church is surrounded by a cemetery colonized by stečci or tombstones. Built in the 18th century, the church of Saint-Antoine de Pandou, also known as Notre-Dame du Carmel, also deserves special attention.
You should also take pleasure in visiting the parish church of the Sacred Heart, which houses a 19th-century painting by an unknown artist, as well as the church of Saint John, whichoverlooking Mount Ploča since 1332. Legend has it that this church was built on the very spot where Blessed John of Trogir miraculously saved the inhabitants of Sibenik who had been shipwrecked.
History also has it that Ivan Duknović, a Renaissance sculptor, was born in Vinišce in 1440. He sculpted numerous statues on display in Venice and Rome. He also took part in the construction of Trogir Cathedral by laying a stone from the Voluja quarry.
After discovering its historical remains, treat yourself to a little gastronomic break in the many restaurants and café-bars that enliven the village. Pay special attention to the Mastrinka restaurant, which also deserves its place on the list of Vinišće's historical legacies. Open since 1889, this charming family restaurant invites you to try the famous peka, a delicious traditional dish based on meat, flavored with Mediterranean herbs, and cooked over a wood fire.
Explore the area around the village
Swimmers and hikers are invited to discover the other attractions of the village. This small town on the side of the Adriatic Sea also boasts a natural landscape of breathtaking beauty.
So let yourself be tempted by a little health walk in the middle of its coniferous forest. Famous for its many bays, this fishing village is home to splendid little sandy and pebble beaches. The beaches of Voluja, Stari Trogir, Ricevo, Sicenica and Vrelo are not to be missed. They are also perfect for fans of water-skiing, surfing and sailing.
You can reach these splendid beaches by opting for a yacht charter in Vinišce. It will also be an interesting opportunity for amateur yachtsmen to try their hand at fishing and scuba diving. The more adventurous will take the opportunity to visit neighboring towns such as Split, the cultural center of Dalmatia, Sibenik or the small port of Rogoznica.