PHOTOS: New 1.7 km promenade in Split in full swing

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The construction of Split’s newest attraction, a 1,700-metre seaside promenade stretching from Duilovo to Stobreč, is well underway.

Part of the massive “Improvement of Water and Communal Infrastructure of the Split-Solin Agglomeration” project, the works kicked off in July 2024 and are set to wrap up by mid-2026.

This ambitious development promises not only a scenic walkway but also vital upgrades to the city’s water and sewage systems.

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City leaders, including Split Mayor Ivica Puljak, his deputies Bojan Ivošević and Antonio Kuzmanić, City Council President Željko Domazet, and key figures from the Vodovod i Kanalizacija (Water and Sewage) company, Miroslav Delić and Mladen Mimica, recently visited the site to check on progress.

They were pleased to see everything moving according to plan.

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“This is one of the biggest infrastructure projects in Split,” said Mayor Puljak. “It’s not just about the wastewater treatment system running from Bačvice to Stupe—it’s also about creating a beautiful promenade from Duilovo to Stobreč.

Alongside the revamped Žnjan beach, this will give us one of the most stunning coastal walks in the Mediterranean.” He added that the city will extend the promenade by an extra 150 metres to fully connect it to Stobreč, ensuring a seamless experience for locals and visitors alike.

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The project’s benefits go beyond aesthetics. “We’re working towards cleaner seas, better drinking water, and a healthier environment,” Puljak explained.

“This includes landscaping and greening the area, striking a balance between infrastructure and nature.” Over 750 trees, 30 palms, 2,600 shrubs, 400 climbing plants, and 1,000 Mediterranean species will line the route, transforming it into a green oasis.

Miroslav Delić, director of Vodovod i Kanalizacija—one of Croatia’s biggest investors with €600 million in projects across the county—was equally upbeat. “We’re on track,” he said. “A good chunk of the promenade is already done, and by summer 2026, it should be ready for everyone to enjoy.”

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The company is overseeing the pipeline and roadway construction, while the City of Split is investing around €1.6 million in the promenade’s landscaping and design.

The project’s core aim is to clean up Split’s wastewater. By linking the southern drainage basin—including the city centre, Visoka, Mertojak, Žnjan, Bačvice, and Katalinića Brig—to the Stupe treatment plant, all of Split’s sewage will soon be properly processed.

A new underwater outfall beyond Trstenik Bay will drastically reduce overflows into local waters, and the current Duilovo outfall, which pumps untreated waste into the Brač Channel, will be phased out. A new pumping station at Duilovo will redirect waste to Stupe instead.

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Beyond the pipes and pumps, the promenade will feature a spruced-up public beach on the first 120 metres of the embankment.

With its direct sea access and breathtaking views, it’s set to become a hotspot for relaxation, strolls, and recreation—perfect for Split’s growing number of fitness enthusiasts and tourists.

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Funded partly by EU grants, this project is a joint effort between Vodovod i Kanalizacija and the City of Split. Once complete, it’ll not only boost the city’s infrastructure but also add a new chapter to Split’s coastal charm.