Brela
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+ | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:BrelaHarbour.jpg|330px| ]]<br>'''The tiny harbour of Brela''' - ''click for larger view'' | ||
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- | + | The tiny harbour of Brela lies on the Adriatic coast of [[Croatia]] three miles SE of the settlement of [[Omis]] and one mile NW of the equally small harbour of [[Baska Voda]]. The village’s setting is superb, under the slopes of Mount Biokovo and surrounded by small sandy coves fringed with pine trees. The harbour here has been expanded and refurbished in recent years, but there is usually very little space for a visiting yacht and it is wise to come early and have an alternative mooring plan. Shelter in the harbour is adequate in settled weather but poor in S or W winds, when shelter should be sought in [[Split]] or on the island of [[Brac]]. | |
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- | + | Croatian chart 100-21 | |
- | + | Imray Nautical Chart M25 | |
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- | + | ==Radio Nets== | |
+ | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ||
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==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
- | + | Diurnal winds along the coast are mostly moderate during the summer months, predominantly from NW and rarely exceeding force 4/5. At night, katabatic winds off the mountains are a feature of some of the harbours along the NE Adriatic coast. During early spring and (especially) autumn conditions can be more unsettled, occasionally accompanied by violent thunderstorms - luckily of short duration - with winds of 30-35 knots or more and vicious, steep seas. In the winter the sudden, violent N wind off the mountains, the ''bora'', is much to be feared, especially along the Velebitski channel. It tends to blow less strongly S of Zadar. | |
- | + | Equally prevalent in winter - although not uncommon in summer - is the ''scirocco'', a S/SE wind that blows up from North Africa, usually in advance of a depression moving E across the Mediterranean. Unlike the ''bora'', the ''scirocco'' only occasionally exceeds gale force, but is still a phenomenon to be wary of, especially if on a lee coast. | |
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- | + | For sources of weather forecasting, see [[Croatia]]. | |
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==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
- | + | There are no hazards in the approach. The harbour can be identified by the curved breakwater enclosing two small basins divided by a central pier. The harbour is entered from W. Depths in the entrance are unknown but likely to be in excess of 5.0 metres. | |
==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)== | ==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)== | ||
- | + | Berth wherever you can find space alongside the quays in the outer basin, clear of the moorings. Alternatively, you may be able to pick up one of the moorings if the user if away. Depths in the outer basin are unknown but likely to be 3.0 - 5.0 metres. Depths on the breakwater are probably in excess of 6.0 metres. | |
- | + | [[Image:BrelaMoorings.jpg|thumb|330px|right| '''Moorings in the inner basin''' <br>''Click for larger view'' ]] | |
==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ||
- | + | * [[Solta]] | |
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==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | ==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | ||
- | + | None. | |
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==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ||
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- | ==Things to do Ashore== | + | ==Tourism and Things to do Ashore== |
- | + | ===Tourism=== | |
- | + | Brela is a popular and busy holiday resort, chiefly on account of its attractive rocky coastline and superb beaches. | |
- | * | + | [[Image:BrelaCoast.jpg|thumb|330px|right| '''Coast near Brela''' <br>''Click for larger view'' ]] |
+ | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | ||
+ | * A few provisions shops in the village. | ||
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- | * | + | * Several cafes and restaurants in the village. |
- | === | + | ===Internet/WiFi=== |
- | + | From internet cafes. | |
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- | + | None. | |
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- | + | Some bins in the village. | |
- | === | + | ===Transportation=== |
- | + | * Buses to Split | |
- | + | * Ferries from Split to Rijeka, Dubrovnik and Ancona (Italy) | |
- | + | * International flights from Split airport (30 kms) | |
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==Routes/Passages To/From== | ==Routes/Passages To/From== | ||
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==Forum Discussions== | ==Forum Discussions== | ||
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements) | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements) | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
Links to relevant websites. | Links to relevant websites. | ||
- | * | + | * Brela tourist board: [http://www.brela.hr/en] |
+ | * Brela website: [http://www.brela.com/] | ||
+ | * Dalmacija.net: [http://www.dalmacija.net/brela/] | ||
+ | * Croatia Tourist Board: [http://croatia.hr/en-GB/Destinations/List-of-destinations?ZHRzXDJ8NHw1fDEzLHFcUW5KbGJHRT0%3d] | ||
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+ | For other useful websites, see [[Croatia]]. | ||
==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
- | + | See entry for [[Croatia]]. | |
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+ | ==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''== | ||
+ | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
+ | * Data compiled from web research (please update if possible) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 19:06, 7 August 2011 (BST) | ||
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==Personal Notes== | ==Personal Notes== | ||
Personal experiences? | Personal experiences? | ||
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Revision as of 18:06, 7 August 2011
Brela, Croatia
The tiny harbour of Brela - click for larger view | |
(Click links for more information) | |
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| Photo gallery |
| Local chartlet |
The tiny harbour of Brela lies on the Adriatic coast of Croatia three miles SE of the settlement of Omis and one mile NW of the equally small harbour of Baska Voda. The village’s setting is superb, under the slopes of Mount Biokovo and surrounded by small sandy coves fringed with pine trees. The harbour here has been expanded and refurbished in recent years, but there is usually very little space for a visiting yacht and it is wise to come early and have an alternative mooring plan. Shelter in the harbour is adequate in settled weather but poor in S or W winds, when shelter should be sought in Split or on the island of Brac.
Charts
British Admiralty 1574
Croatian chart 100-21
Imray Nautical Chart M25
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Local Weather
Diurnal winds along the coast are mostly moderate during the summer months, predominantly from NW and rarely exceeding force 4/5. At night, katabatic winds off the mountains are a feature of some of the harbours along the NE Adriatic coast. During early spring and (especially) autumn conditions can be more unsettled, occasionally accompanied by violent thunderstorms - luckily of short duration - with winds of 30-35 knots or more and vicious, steep seas. In the winter the sudden, violent N wind off the mountains, the bora, is much to be feared, especially along the Velebitski channel. It tends to blow less strongly S of Zadar.
Equally prevalent in winter - although not uncommon in summer - is the scirocco, a S/SE wind that blows up from North Africa, usually in advance of a depression moving E across the Mediterranean. Unlike the bora, the scirocco only occasionally exceeds gale force, but is still a phenomenon to be wary of, especially if on a lee coast.
For sources of weather forecasting, see Croatia.
There are no hazards in the approach. The harbour can be identified by the curved breakwater enclosing two small basins divided by a central pier. The harbour is entered from W. Depths in the entrance are unknown but likely to be in excess of 5.0 metres.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Berth wherever you can find space alongside the quays in the outer basin, clear of the moorings. Alternatively, you may be able to pick up one of the moorings if the user if away. Depths in the outer basin are unknown but likely to be 3.0 - 5.0 metres. Depths on the breakwater are probably in excess of 6.0 metres.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
None.
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Brela is a popular and busy holiday resort, chiefly on account of its attractive rocky coastline and superb beaches.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- A few provisions shops in the village.
Eateries
- Several cafes and restaurants in the village.
Internet/WiFi
From internet cafes.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Some bins in the village.
Transportation
- Buses to Split
- Ferries from Split to Rijeka, Dubrovnik and Ancona (Italy)
- International flights from Split airport (30 kms)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
Links to relevant websites.
For other useful websites, see Croatia.
References & Publications
See entry for Croatia.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- Data compiled from web research (please update if possible) --Athene of Lymington 19:06, 7 August 2011 (BST)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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Names: --Athene of Lymington 19:06, 7 August 2011 (BST) |
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