Mount of St. Ilija, Pelješac

The limestone peak rises 961 meters above sea level, offering views over the Pelješac channel and multiple Croatian islands including Korčula and Mljet.

The summit carried the name Perunovo brdo after the Slavic god of thunder before receiving its current Christian denomination of Saint Elias.

The mountain features four main routes starting from different hamlets, each representing traditional paths used by local communities across generations.

Visitors can access the summit through marked trails from Urkunici, Gurici, Bilopolje, or Viganj, with ascent times ranging between two to three hours.

The mountain's position on the narrow Pelješac Peninsula creates an island-like environment, surrounded by the Adriatic Sea on multiple sides.

Location: Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Elevation above the sea: 961 m

GPS coordinates: 42.99629,17.15953

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:03