Gornja Vala is a beach located in the small tourist town of Gradac in Makarska Rivijera, Croatia featuring a pebble-sandy beach that includes gravel areas. As one of the largest beaches on the Adriatic, it spans 5 km and offers a ramp for individuals with disabilities on one section.
Children will appreciate the playgrounds available on the beach, while sports enthusiasts will enjoy the volleyball and tennis courts, although they need to bring their own equipment. Those looking to relax can take advantage of the natural shade provided by olive and pine trees, while also enjoying spectacular views of the Biokovo mountains from the beach.
Gornja Vala is also notable for its sheltered geographic position, which makes it an ideal port for boats and small yachts. For dining and refreshments, a range of nearby restaurants, cafes, and stands is available.
Best bars near Gornja Vala include Hotel Labineca Beach Bar, Pineta Beach Bar, Lounge bar HO, Beach Gradac, Cocktail bar Lavčenj, Arduba cocktail bar and Butiga O'Spize.
Best restaurants near Gornja Vala include Ruzmarin - Mediterranean Cuisine, Restaurant Marinero Number 1, Nicolo Polo Restaurant & Vine Bar, majki’s, Caffe bar Biston and Pizzeria Marmont.
Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the nice sand and clean water at the beach, which is ideal for parents with small children, but some complain about it being overcrowded and space being hard to find or having to pay for parking without clear instructions. However, some visitors also appreciate the beach being peaceful and quiet.
Visitors to Gornja Vala in Drvenik usually stay in nearby Gradac, which offers a range of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Many come specifically for the beach's natural beauty and amenities, making it a key highlight of their visit.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 11.6°C/13.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 11°C |
| Sea Temperature | 15.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 80% |
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| Rainfall | 1.9 mm |
| Rain Duration | 12 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:03/16:16 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 0.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 1.3 |
| Cloud Cover | 100% |
| Speed | 11.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 51.8 km/h |
| Direction | NE |
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