The large sand beach, numerous sunbathing plateaux, the clear sea and the quality of domestic food make Stobrec a pleasant summer resort. Entertainment can be found in nearby Split with its rich offer of cultural, sports and other events. The romantic canyon of the Zrnovnica river in the vicinity of Stobrec offers nice walking and recreation opportunities.
 

STOBREC, a town in central Dalmatia, 6 km southeast of Split; population 4,708. Chief occupations include farming, wine production, fruit growing, vegetable and tourism. The coastal region west of the town is characterized by precipices. Stobrec lies on the main road (M2, E65).
 

Originally a Greek colony, Stobrec became -later the Roman settlement Epetium. The monastery buildings were reconstructed on the ruins of the early Christian basilica of St. Lawrence, and where the apse of the basilica used to be, the small early Christian small church of St. Lawrence was erected (later Our Lady of Mount Carmel).