SUPETAR, a town and harbour on the northern coast of the island of Brac; population 2,568. Chief occupations include farming, wine production, olive growing, synthetic material processing, fishing and tourism. Supetar lies on the regional road running along the island. Ferry port and connection with Split. Yachts can anchor along the break water; the landward side of the harbour provides good anchoring ground.

Due to its long nice sand beaches, enclosed by forests of pine, Supetar has long been a popular summer resort. Many will find the coast around Supetar, between Mirca in the west and Splitska in the east, an ideal place for swimming.

With its variety of accommodation capacities (hotels, hotel annexes, apartments), restaurants, entertainment as well as sports and recreation opportunities (football, tennis, diving) Supetar meets the highest standards of tourism on Brac. Guided excursions to the surrounding islands represent another attraction.