Mljet Nacionalni Park

The western third of Mljet island encompasses dense Mediterranean forest, two interconnected saltwater lakes, and numerous limestone caves spanning 5,375 hectares of protected landscape.

The establishment of Mljet National Park in November 1960 marked a significant step in preserving the natural heritage of Croatia's southern Adriatic region.

The 12th-century Benedictine monastery complex situated on an islet within the Great Lake represents centuries of religious presence in this Mediterranean setting.

The park maintains a network of marked hiking trails connecting main attractions, with regular boat services transporting visitors between the Great Lake and Small Lake.

The saltwater lakes contain a rare marine ecosystem where the water temperature varies by depth, creating distinct habitats for different species of fish and plants.

Location: Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Inception: November 11, 1960

Website: http://np-mljet.hr

GPS coordinates: 42.78170,17.38520

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:24