Sumartin is a picturesque village located on the eastern cape of theisland of Brač (Brač). The village was founded in 1645 by outsiders from Dalmatia fleeing the Turks and was originally called Vrhbrac. They had to adapt to their surroundings and so they took up fishing, sailing and shipbuilding (a small shipyard is still active today). Friar Andrija Kacic – Miosic, a famous Dalmatian poet where the medieval chapel of sv. Martin (St. Martin, after whom Sumartin was named) laid the foundations of the Franciscan monastery. Today Sumartin, is connected to the mainland at the Makarska Riviera and for this reason, together with Supetar and Bol represents the gateway to the island of Brac. The economic bases are agriculture, viticulture, fishing, olive growing and tourism. The maritime lines Jadrolinija https://www.jadrolinija.hr/en connect Sumartin to Makarska five times a day. Its beautiful beaches and crystal clear sea attract tourists in addition to a beautiful and lush nature surrounding the village as well as an interesting gastronomic offer and the friendliness of the inhabitants that will make your stay unforgettable. The crystal clear sea (possibility of bathing even in the harbor area), the offer of fresh fish (the use of cocchie typical of local fishermen), the enchanting nature, the contact with the intact environment where healthy food is produced (cheese, honey, oil, wine), makes Sumartin a perfect place for an unforgettable vacation. Near Sumartin are some of the most beautiful, quiet and hidden bays on theisland of Brac.