Prvić Šepurine
About this place
Prvić Šepurine is a stone-built village on the western side of Prvić, facing the maestral wind and views towards the Kornati islands. The island covers only 2.41 square kilometres, has no car traffic and is protected as a cultural-historical ensemble for its well-preserved traditional architecture. Narrow lanes connect the landing place, the Church of St Roch from 1620 with its Baroque altar, and the parish Church of the Assumption built in 1878. Above the village stands the Vrančić family’s summer residence, where polymath and inventor Faust Vrančić spent part of his childhood. His memorial centre is not in Šepurine but in neighbouring Prvić Luka, about a 15-minute easy walk along the island road. That walk combines naturally with a swim from the small sand-and-pebble shores and lunch at Bare or Roko. Passenger boats connect Prvić with Šibenik and Vodice; the journey from Šibenik takes approximately 15–25 minutes, depending on the service and stops. As cars are absent, pack for the walk between the pier and accommodation and leave vehicles on the mainland.
Prvić Šepurine occupies the western shore of Prvić, a 2.41-square-kilometre island opposite Vodice. The village faces the maestral and the Kornati, while stone houses, wooden shutters and narrow pedestrian lanes form a well-preserved Dalmatian ensemble. The whole island is protected as a cultural-historical site, and there is no car traffic. Šepurine’s history is particularly tied to the Vrančić family: their Renaissance summer residence stands above the village, where Faust Vrančić spent part of his childhood. The landing place, churches, small swimming spots and neighbouring Prvić Luka are reached entirely on foot or by boat.
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Things to see
The Church of St Roch, built in 1620, is distinguished by its Baroque altar, while the parish Church of the Assumption dates from 1878. Above Šepurine stands the Vrančić family’s Renaissance summer residence, linking the village with one of Croatia’s best-known inventors. The principal interpretation of Faust’s work, however, is in Prvić Luka. Its memorial centre displays models of his concepts, including the Flying Man, and explores his dictionary and more than fifty practical inventions. Nearby, Vrančić’s grave is in the Church of Our Lady of Mercy, where he was buried in accordance with his final wish.
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Beaches
Šepurine does not revolve around a single large developed beach; swimming is spread among small sand-and-pebble shores, rocky edges and sheltered island coves. The official Šibenik and county tourism pages particularly highlight Prvić’s turquoise swimming water and natural shores protected from the wind. With no cars on the island, every access point is reached on foot, so rock-friendly footwear and a light bag make the day easier. For more secluded coves, a small boat can be rented through Konoba Bare, with the route, price and boating conditions agreed in advance.
Things to do
From the pier, begin among the stone lanes with the Church of St Roch, built in 1620 and noted for its Baroque altar, then find the parish Church of the Assumption from 1878. A climb above the village leads towards the Vrančić family summer residence, associated with Faust’s childhood. Continue along the pedestrian road to Prvić Luka; the easy crossing between the two settlements takes about 15 minutes. There, visit the Faust Vrančić Memorial Centre and its life-sized Flying Man model. Save the return to Šepurine for a swim and a meal of fish or peka at Bare or Roko.
Food and drink
Konoba Bare in Šepurine serves island cooking built around fish, octopus, olive oil and dishes prepared under the peka, a short walk from the pier. Bare also rents a small boat for exploring Prvić’s hidden coves and nearby islets. Konoba Roko stands at Trg Srećka Badurine 7, likewise only minutes from the waterfront, and gives guests direct arrival guidance from Šibenik or Vodice. Other named village options include Ribarski Dvori, Šepurine Bar, Bandira and the Prvić bakery. Peka at Bare should be arranged ahead, and seasonal opening hours checked before boarding the boat.
Practical information
Practical information
Prvić has no cars, so luggage must be carried from the pier to accommodation; large rigid suitcases are best avoided. Visit Šibenik specifically recommends comfortable footwear, swimwear, water and cash for smaller island shops. Listed services in Šepurine include Dea market, the Prvić bakery, a post office and several food outlets, while Prvić Luka has the memorial centre, additional restaurants, a post office and an ATM. The county port authority lists water, electricity, a post office, clinic, shop and hospitality facilities at Šepurine harbour. Check the return sailing before walking to a more distant swimming place or settling in for dinner.
Parking
There is no visitor car park in Prvić Šepurine because Prvić is a car-free island. Vehicles must remain on the mainland before boarding, usually in Šibenik, Vodice or Srima depending on the chosen boat. The private Sreš accommodation site advertises courtyard parking at Ive Čačića 18 in Vodice for €7 per day, but this is a private arrangement requiring direct confirmation. Public parking conditions are governed by the current rules and prices of the mainland departure town rather than by Šepurine harbour, so the boat connection and parking location should be planned together.
Getting there and around
Passenger boats connect Prvić with Šibenik and Vodice and dock directly at Šepurine. Visit Šibenik gives a journey time of approximately 15–25 minutes from Šibenik, depending on the service and intermediate stops. The same island connection allows onward travel to Prvić Luka and Zlarin, while taxi boats also operate from the mainland. Jadrolinija maintains a sales point at Rivan in Šepurine, but the timetable must be checked for the specific date because departure frequency changes seasonally. Cars cannot be brought onto the island for local travel and must remain in Šibenik, Vodice or Srima.
Frequently asked questions
Are there cars in Prvić Šepurine?
Prvić has no car traffic, so vehicles must be left on the mainland before boarding.
How long is the walk to Prvić Luka?
The easy road walk between Šepurine and Prvić Luka takes about 15 minutes.
Where is the Faust Vrančić Memorial Centre?
The centre is in Prvić Luka beside the Church of Our Lady of Mercy, not in Šepurine.
When were the churches in Šepurine built?
The Church of St Roch dates from 1620 and the parish Church of the Assumption from 1878.
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Photo credits
- Prvić Šepurine — croatguy · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
- Tribunj — Sztudva Gyöngyi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
- Šibenik — Bernard Gagnon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
- Vodice, Holy Cross church — VitVit · CC BY-SA 4.0
