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Klis Fortress – Fortress of Klis 04📷 Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 4.0

Klis Fortress

Klis, Croatia

History

A fortress strung along a rocky ridge on the pass above Split, guarding the road inland for centuries and used as a film set. The view sweeps over Split, the islands and the coast; parking at the entrance.

Nearest town
Klis, Croatia
Category
History & culture
GPS
43.5590, 16.5230

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Croatia: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Split’s hinterland: Klis, the Imotski lakes and Biokovo – Fortress of Klis 04© Bernard Gagnon · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Campsites nearby

  • Camping Stobreč SplitCampsite
    6 km from Klis Fortress
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • MoreCampsite
    17 km from Klis Fortress
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowers
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Kamp LisičinaCampsite
    18 km from Klis Fortress
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Waterman Beach VillageCampsite
    20 km from Klis Fortress
    TentsElectricityWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping BunjaCampsite
    20 km from Klis Fortress · 30 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camp RožacCampsite
    22 km from Klis Fortress
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Croatia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Klis Fortress?

Klis Fortress is in Klis, Croatia, at GPS 43.5590, 16.5230. It is about 9 km from Split.

Can you camp near Klis Fortress?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Stobreč Split, about 6 km away; within 25 km there are 28 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Klis Fortress?

Klis Fortress is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Split’s hinterland: Klis, the Imotski lakes and Biokovo.

What is there to see near Klis Fortress?

Places worth a stop nearby: Diocletian's Palace (9 km), Trogir Old Town (22 km), Biokovo Road and Sveti Jure (49 km) and Skradinski buk (53 km).

When is the best time to visit Klis Fortress?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)