Napoleon Fort

Hiking in Croatia

The Napoleonic fort in Hvar was built in 1812 on top of the 230-meter hill above the town of Hvar and today is the home of the Hvar Observatory. The research outpost is devoted to astrophysics and has the largest stellar telescope in Croatia with a one-meter mirror. There is a road to the top but there is also a very nicely marked trail to the summit.

Trailhead:

The trailhead is just outside the town on Jerka Misetika : 43.176597, 16.443584
Difficulty:

Easy
Aesthetic Rating:

Great views of the harbor and the Paklinski Islands
Distance:

2 miles round trip
Type:

Dayhike