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Mljet National Park
Saltwater lakes
Two sea-filled lakes and a 12th-century monastery on an islet, on the island of Mljet.
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About Mljet National Park
Founded on 11 November 1960, Mljet National Park was Croatia’s first protected marine area, covering almost 5,300 hectares, about a third of the island. Its heart is a pair of sea-filled bays, Malo and Veliko jezero, ringed by woodland paths. The ticket includes a solar boat to the islet of St Mary, whose Benedictine monastery is the park’s best-loved sight. Swim, canoe to beaches and sea caves, cycle round the lakes or climb to the Montokuc viewpoint. Boats come from Dubrovnik and Pelješac, landing at Polače and Pomena.
Our take
- Malo and Veliko jezero
- St Mary’s island monastery
- Lakeside walking and cycling
- Boat included in ticket
- Address
- Pristanište 2, 20226 Goveđari, Mljet
Mljet, the Balkans - Phone
- +385 20 744 041
- Website
- np-mljet.hr
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Mljet National Park before you go.
Last checked: October 2026 How we choose
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