The Dubrovnik wall has been, to a large extent, the reason for the city’s sovereignty over hundreds of years. It’s is over a meter thick and so well constructed that it still stands almost intact after numerous attacks from Venetians and others.
While in Dubrovnik a walk on the Dubrovnik wall is definitely a top recommendation for spectacular views of the Adriatic Sea, the city, Island of Lockrom and the mountains.
We started our walk in the Dubrovnik wall by the big fountain. They say other starting points are less crowded.
A little harbor where people launch kayaks and boats.
The wall around Dubrovnik is higher than the buildings so it gives a great view of the old city and surrounding areas.
Looking out from one of the holes in the Dubrovnik wall.
Views from Dubrovnik wall
Can you find the man read ‘Steve Jobs’ by Water Isaacson? Clue, he’s sitting in his balcony.
Freshly squeezed juice on the Dubrovnik wall
There are a few beautiful cafes on the Dubrovnik wall with great food and views.
The colorful kayaks look so pretty in the deep blue water as we look down from the cafe on the Dubrovnik wall.
Where are the Dubrovnik wall is lower you can see the inner workings of the city.
There are some steps so best wear good shoes when walking on the Dubrovnik wall.
Dubrovnik beach access behind the high school has the best views of the ocean and Lokrum island.
The Island of Lokrum is beautiful with its medieval monastery, saltwater lake, free-roaming peacocks, gardens, rocky beaches, etc. There is a convenient ferry from Dubrovnik to the island.
I could watch the ocean forever from the Dubrovnik wall.
Gorgeous views surround the Dubrovnik wall
The Dubrovnik wall is over a meter thick. No wonder enemies couldn’t get through for centuries.
The sight of the three bells must be a comfort for the people of Dubrovnik.
A sight for shots in Lord of the Rings.
Dubrovnik is a well-preserved fort because of the UNESCO world heritage site status, Lord of the Rings shootings, tourism income and support from Croatia and others. Mediterranean region, Europe and Asia are filled with forts built in the days of the cannon fire-based wars.
