Majkovi: Views, Nature and Cycling

Majkovi can be explored through several specific features that may help you choose a destination: the Gajina viewpoint, Lokve as a herpetological reserve, and the area’s connection to cycling. The village is also located along a local road with historical significance and is home to the House of Honey.

Gajina: views and cycling

The Gajina viewpoint in Gornji Majkovi is 420 metres above sea level. From there, views extend to the Pelješac Peninsula, Mljet National Park, the Elaphiti Islands and Otranto. Its elevation and these named destinations give you a specific point of reference if sweeping views are important when choosing where to go. Gajina is considered most accessible on foot or by bicycle.

The viewpoint has a rest area and a self-service bicycle station. Check the condition of the facilities locally before your trip. Majkovi is also located along the local Slano–Trsteno road and the route of the historic Napoleon or Marmont Road. You can take these roads into account when planning your journey; check current road conditions before setting off.

Lokve and the House of Honey

Lokve in Majkovi is considered Croatia’s first herpetological reserve. The reserve was established to protect a population of the rare and endangered European pond turtle. This gives Majkovi a distinctive natural attraction in addition to its viewpoint: Gajina is about panoramas and elevation, while Lokve is about protecting the turtle population.

The House of Honey in Majkovi offers another activity. There, you can taste various types of honey and bee products and observe a bee colony. This offers a different focus from the viewpoints and protected area: here, honey and bees take centre stage. If you plan your visit as a fixed appointment, check the latest visiting options in advance.

In the wider destination of Općina Dubrovačko Primorje

The wider destination of Općina Dubrovačko Primorje also has named viewpoints, as well as hiking and cycling trails. An interactive map is available for the routes between Banići, Slano and Majkovi. This provides practical guidance for anyone who wants to base their choice of destination not only on a single viewpoint, but also on the signposted trails.

Another viewpoint in this wider destination is the summit of Neprobić, 963 metres above sea level. From there, the view extends to Slano Bay, the Elaphiti Islands, Mljet, Pelješac and the Herzegovinian mountains. When comparing it with Gajina, their elevations alone set the two viewpoints apart: Gajina is at 420 metres and Neprobić at 963 metres.

The Rotonda in Ošlje is among the architectural sights in the wider destination. The circular building has eight apses arranged on both the exterior and interior, and is one of two structures of this type in Croatia. The Vlaško greblje archaeological site in Smokovljani comprises four stećci: one box-shaped and three gabled tombstones. Semicircular blind arcades, as well as vine and rope friezes, are visible on them. The two sites offer different architectural points of interest: the Rotonda is notable for its circular design and apses, while Vlaško greblje is notable for the shapes and decorations of its tombstones.

Intangible cultural heritage is also part of the wider destination of Općina Dubrovačko Primorje: the Linđo dance from Dubrovačko primorje was recognised as intangible cultural heritage on 19 October 2011.

Discover more destinations: Mravinca, Topolo, Banići, Štedrica, Ošlje, Doli, Slano.

Return to the overview of the wider destination: Općina Dubrovačko Primorje.