Sumartin, originally called St. Martin, is the easternmost and youngest settlement on Brac. Set on the South-facing slopes of a large bay, it is populated by beautiful stone houses interconnected via narrow cobbled streets. The 18th century Franciscan monastery at the centre, hidden behind its gardens of palm and green oleander, lends the town a serene and peaceful atmosphere.

Tourism was always one of the staple industries in Sumartin but the town has been overlooked in recent years in favour of the more accessible parts of the island. It is awakening slowly as more adventurous newcomers discover its wild beauty. The hamlet of Puntinak, across the bay from the main town, is particularly attractive with many fine examples of Brac stone houses along its shores. The harbour has many cafes and restaurants to relax in while the pine-tree lined beaches and inlets around the town provide plenty of places to explore. Summer nights are very lively in the town with plenty to see in this traditional Dalmatian setting.

For those looking to invest in the future there are some additional factors to consider. The island’s first golf course is planned behind the town and a new motorway link from Zagreb to Makarska will improve access by ferry.

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Tourist office +385 21 648 209