Sumartin, Coastal settlement in Selca, Croatia
Sumartin spreads along the eastern coast of Brač island with traditional stone houses, pebble beaches, and a working shipyard at the water's edge. The harbor area in the center serves as a hub for boats and ships.
The settlement started in 1646 when refugees from the Ottoman Empire built a community around a small church dedicated to Saint Martin. This founding shaped the development of the island's eastern side.
The Franciscan monastery here displays regional artworks and historical objects that reflect how people lived on Brač island.
Regular ferry connections link the settlement to Makarska on mainland Croatia, with several departures daily from the port at the town center. Arriving by boat is the main way to reach other islands and the coast.
This place has one of the oldest still-active shipyards in the Adriatic, where craftspeople build wooden boats using methods passed down over centuries. This tradition offers a rare look at ancient shipbuilding craft.
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