Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Dubrovnik-Neretva County is an administrative region along the southern Adriatic coast of Croatia, encompassing the Peljesac peninsula and the islands of Korcula, Mljet, and Lastovo. The landscape features mountains and valleys that run throughout this coastal territory.

The region came under strong Venetian influence from the 13th to 17th centuries and became a strategically important maritime territory. This coastal power shaped the cultural and economic identity of the area for centuries to come.

In the Konavle Valley, you can see how local people grow grapes and olives using traditional methods passed down through generations. The Dubrovnik Summer Festival brings theater, music, and dance performances to the streets each year, drawing both locals and visitors into the region's artistic life.

The Peljesac Bridge connects the northern and southern sections of this territory, allowing you to bypass a Bosnian coastal area at Neum that divides it. Using this route simplifies travel through the region and saves time when moving between different parts.

The area south of the Neretva River is actually separated from the rest of Croatia and is only accessible through a narrow Bosnian corridor along the coast. This unusual geographical arrangement makes it a territorial exclave within the country.

Location: Croatia

Capital city: Dubrovnik

Shares border with: Split-Dalmatia County

Website: https://dnz.hr

GPS coordinates: 42.65361,18.09472

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:24