Historic Landmark
Fortress St. Nicholas
The Venetian Fortress at the entrance to St. Ante Channel has been a World Heritage site since 2017 and is only accessible by boat tour.
Croatia
City
Šibenik is a port city in North Dalmatia, located between Zadar and Split, with its Old Town rising steeply above the mouth of the Krka.
by Felix Gillen
Šibenik is a port city in North Dalmatia, located between Zadar and Split, with its Old Town rising steeply above the mouth of the Krka. No less than two structures are on the UNESCO World Heritage List: the Cathedral of St. James and St. Nicholas Fortress at the entrance to the channel.The city is a good starting point for Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands.
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Point of Interest
Fortress St. Michael
The city's oldest fortress overlooks the Old Town and today serves as an open-air stage.
Historic Landmark
Barone Fortress
The 17th-century fortress, located on a hill above the old town, offers panoramic views of the city and islands.
Church
St. James Cathedral
The Cathedral, constructed 1431-1536 entirely of dry stone, and UNESCO World Heritage listed since 2000.
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Restaurant with a Michelin star since 2018, rated 17.5 points in Gault&Millau.
Konoba with traditional Dalmatian cuisine, listed in Gault&Millau 2026.
Konoba in the hinterland of Šibenik, awarded a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide 2026.
Food and Drink
In the hinterland of Šibenik, ham, wine, and a special risotto are produced.
Skradinski Risotto
Risotto with beef and spices from Skradin, traditionally cooked for many hours.
Babić
Red wine from the Šibenik area, especially from Primošten.
Drniški pršut
Ham from nearby Drniš with its EU-protected designation.
Cathedral and Fortresses
The Cathedral of St. James was built entirely of stone, without mortar, from 1431 to 1536, following the plans of Juraj Dalmatinac and Nikola Firentinac. Above the city are three more fortresses: St. Michael, now an open-air stage, as well as Barone and St. John from the 17th century. In August, the Dalmatian Chanson Evenings take place.
Getting There and Around
Šibenik is located on the A1 motorway; the nearest airports are Split and Zadar. The St. Nicholas Fortress can only be reached by an organized boat tour through the Sv. Ante Channel.
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