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Ferrata Perunika climbs the south cliff of Veliki Perun on Perun hill, directly above Strožanac in Podstrana, just south-east of Split — not in Omiš, which has its own via ferrata further down the coast. It is short: about 280 m of cable and 135–140 m of height gain, from 308 m in an oak wood to the ridge at 443 m, in three separate cable sections of about 100 m. We grade it K3 (about 260 m of cable on our card); the local tourist board calls it moderately difficult (UIAA PD), and users rate it from A/B to C, most often B/C. Built in 2018 by the Perun mountaineering club and the agency Iris Adventures, it suits beginners with a guide and anyone wanting a short climb with a view over Split, the sea and the islands.
The usual start is the top end of Rudine street in Strožanac Gornji, reached from the D8 coast road. The drive up is steep, bumpy and mostly one car wide, and there is no car park, only a couple of spots by the roadside; one user found the road harder than the ferrata. Coming from the south on the D8, expect a queue to turn into Strožanac in summer. Alternatives: park by the church of Our Lady of Sita (not on Sundays) and walk up, or follow the marked trail from the Podstrana tourist office in Strožanac (Strožanac – Sv. Jure na Perunskom, about 2.5 km). There is no fee or ticket.
From the end of Rudine street, follow the hiking trail north-east. After about 50 m of ascent you cross a gravel road with a signpost; about 70 m further is a junction with an information board, benches and trees. Take the branch signed "Via ferrata": 10 more minutes to the start, about 100 m past the turn-off for the Perun climbing crag. Allow 30–35 minutes in total. The path has small loose stones.
The first part is a series of rising traverses cutting south across the face: easy and rather bushy, with a couple of exposed spots helped by extra steps. After about 15 minutes you reach a pillar and the line becomes steeper and more exposed: across the pillar, up a low corner, onto slabs and a small platform, then up the ridge edge, about 90 m above the base. The vertical steps of 2–10 m along the ridge are fitted with steel rungs set like ladders, the highest about 10 m; users describe these final ladders as the cruxes. The rock is solid and the protection close. Most people take about 30 minutes; allow longer in a group. The exit is marked by an information board — climbing down the ferrata is forbidden — and a summit cross stands to the left.
From the top, turn right to a small col and walk down around the face, past the climbing crag, back to the junction and the start: about 45 minutes. A longer option is to cross the plateau to the gravel road and take the trail to the church of St George (Sv. Jure) on Perunsko, about 800 m away, a viewpoint, then descend by the marked trail back past the start of the ferrata.
Full via ferrata set, helmet and harness; gloves help on the ladders, and approach shoes with good grip are enough. Bring water and sun protection. Renting in Split is not easy; users say there is little gear rental there. One visitor rented two harnesses from Iris Adventures in April and paid 30 € per person without a guide. A Split agency offers guided morning tours on Mondays and Fridays (50 € per person with instructor, harness and helmet on its 2026 listing; minimum age 12; meeting at the large car park in Podstrana). Watch for nose-horned vipers and ticks on the approach.
The face is south-facing and fully exposed to the sun, with no huts or water on the way. The same Split agency does not run the tour from 16 June to 14 September because of the heat, except on request, and starts at 7:30 in spring and autumn. In summer start at first light; spring and autumn are better. A strong south-east wind can make it feel cold even at 18 °C.
Is it in Omiš? No. Perunika is above Strožanac in Podstrana, between Split and Omiš. Agencies sell it as "Via Ferrata Split"; Omiš has a separate via ferrata.
Is it free? Yes, there is no ticket. Use is at your own risk, and a full via ferrata set is required.
Is it suitable for first-timers? Users say yes for fit beginners, ideally with a guide; it is short, and the last ladders are the hardest part.
Where do I park? At the end of Rudine street in Strožanac Gornji (a few roadside spots, narrow road) or lower down by the church at Sita.
How long does it take? 30–35 minutes up to the start, 30–60 minutes on the cable, 45 minutes down: about 2 hours in total.
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