The medieval town walls are perhaps what this little town is best known for – and rightfully so. The walls are much longer than but not as impressive, as than those of its more famous neighbour Dubrovnik, at 5km in length, making them the longest defensive structure in Europe; they are sometimes referred to as the ‘European Walls of China’.
Built in the 14th and 15th centuries as a additional defence for the Republic of Ragusa (Dubrovnik) and to protect the lucrative salt pans in the area, the walls also consist of three fortresses – Veliki Kastil (in Ston), Korcula (Mali Ston) and Prodzvizd Fort – and a number of towers.
The walls once stretched for as long as 7km , but parts were destroyed following the fall of the Republic of Ragusa, and during the 19th century when the stone was used to construct other structures.
The walls have long since been protected and, following extensive renovations, were opened a number of years ago to visitors.
You can walk for 35-mins or up to two hours depending on your time and fitness level as the walls are quite steep with steps to reach the top. The heat, time of the day and month obviously add to your decision on how far you walk etc.
The views from the top are incredible and worth the effort.