Saint Ilija Summit – View of Korčula and Orebić loop from Orebić

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Saint Ilija Summit – View of Korčula and Orebić loop from Orebić

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Saint Ilija Summit – View of Korčula and Orebić loop from Orebić

05:33

14.3km

1,020m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

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139 m

Ferry Terminal in Croatia

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From here the ferries go to the neighboring island.

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6.01 km

Junction to the summit hut (St. Elijah, Pelješac)

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here the circular path to the summit branches off, there is a hut, but it is locked

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6.28 km

View from the mountain hut

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Beautiful mountain, but pay attention to the quality of your footwear, sufficient amount of water and the strength of the wind. Enjoy.

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Sv. Ilija, the highest point on Pelješac (961 m), is definitely worth a visit. The views are great and the hike (by the easiest, "Nakovana approach") can be done by moderately fit persons. Start on the nice, gravel/dirt fire-road (off Road 6215), and don't totally trust the stated 2h 30min hiking time to Ilija, unless you are a trail-runner. After ~4 km the fire road ends, and a narrow, rocky path and hiking proper starts. The gradient increases notably, but it doesn't last long and most of the remaining trail is much gentler. Even though not technically difficult, don't take this trip too lightly! Summer heat can be devastating and one needs to be prepared for that. Also, check the weather forecast, as the last thing you want is hiking into a thunderstorm when arriving at the summit. Expect to hike around 3,5 hours up, if you are stopping and resting and doing it for pleasure, and not for training. If you want to descend directly towards Orebič, keep in mind it's steep and exposed.

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7.13 km

View of Korčula and Orebić

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8.23 km

Saint Elijah Mountain Hut

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This mountain house, built in stone, was built by Archduke Karl von Habsburg, because of the hunting of blackbirds. On the hundredth anniversary (2008), the mountaineering society of St. Ilija from Orebić, with the support of the local authorities, began to restore the house. Today, the house has been completely renovated and is located at 800 m above sea level.

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