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== Bakar, Croatia  ==
== Bakar, Croatia  ==
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[[Image:Bakar.jpg|345px|thumb|right|'''The harbour of Bakar'''<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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[[Image:Bakar.jpg|345px|thumb|right|'''The harbour of Bakar'''<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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The town of Bakar lies at the NW end of the Bakarski Zaljev (bay of Bakar), a two-mile long inland basin situated four miles SE of the commercial port of [[Rijeka]] on the mainland coast of [[Croatia]] and two miles N of the island of Krk. While the approaches to the town are heavily industrialized and not particularly attractive, the town itself is a mediaeval gem, climbing up the wooded slopes at the head of the bay. There are no designated facilities for yachts, which must find a berth along its quays among the local vessels. Depths range from 4.0 metres to under one metre, so care is needed when choosing a spot to berth. Shelter is reasonable in most conditions, although fierce gusts will be experienced in a ''bora'' and Bakar would probably be untenable in a strong ''scirocco'' in view of the two mile fetch in SE winds.  
The town of Bakar lies at the NW end of the Bakarski Zaljev (bay of Bakar), a two-mile long inland basin situated four miles SE of the commercial port of [[Rijeka]] on the mainland coast of [[Croatia]] and two miles N of the island of Krk. While the approaches to the town are heavily industrialized and not particularly attractive, the town itself is a mediaeval gem, climbing up the wooded slopes at the head of the bay. There are no designated facilities for yachts, which must find a berth along its quays among the local vessels. Depths range from 4.0 metres to under one metre, so care is needed when choosing a spot to berth. Shelter is reasonable in most conditions, although fierce gusts will be experienced in a ''bora'' and Bakar would probably be untenable in a strong ''scirocco'' in view of the two mile fetch in SE winds.  
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== Charts ==
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== Local Weather ==
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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.
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British Admiralty 2719
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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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Croatian charts 100-18, 50-4
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''For sources of weather forecasting, see [[Croatia#Sources_of_weather_forecast_info|Croatia]]''.
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Italian charts 924, 6001  
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== Charts ==
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Imray Nautical Chart M24
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== Radio Nets ==
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''
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; Italian charts
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: 924
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; Imray Nautical Chart
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: M24
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==Radio Nets==
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== Local Weather ==
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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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.
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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 ==
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The industrial installations at the entrance to Bakarski Zaljev are very conspicuous, especially the tall chimney with red and white painted bands on the NW side of the entrance. A green buoy to starboard on entry marks a shallow bank extending some 400 metres NW from the SE side of the entrance. Once through the entrance, a course NW along the centre of the bay avoids some rocky patches close inshore.  
The industrial installations at the entrance to Bakarski Zaljev are very conspicuous, especially the tall chimney with red and white painted bands on the NW side of the entrance. A green buoy to starboard on entry marks a shallow bank extending some 400 metres NW from the SE side of the entrance. Once through the entrance, a course NW along the centre of the bay avoids some rocky patches close inshore.  
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== Berthing options ==
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==Berthing options==
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The NW end of the bay is quayed along its entire length, but depths are variable. Visiting yachts need to use their anchors to moor bow or stern-to the quays wherever there is space among the local boats. Depths are greatest (around 4.0 metres) on the NW side of the bay. The holding is good in mud. There is a small boat harbour at the SW end of the bay, but it is invariably filled with local boats and depths are in any case too shallow for most yachts. Shelter in the bay is good in most conditions, although there are strong gusts in a ''bora''. Bakar would probably be untenable in a strong ''scirocco'' in view of the two mile fetch in SE winds. Better shelter in these conditions may be found in [[Kraljevica]].  
The NW end of the bay is quayed along its entire length, but depths are variable. Visiting yachts need to use their anchors to moor bow or stern-to the quays wherever there is space among the local boats. Depths are greatest (around 4.0 metres) on the NW side of the bay. The holding is good in mud. There is a small boat harbour at the SW end of the bay, but it is invariably filled with local boats and depths are in any case too shallow for most yachts. Shelter in the bay is good in most conditions, although there are strong gusts in a ''bora''. Bakar would probably be untenable in a strong ''scirocco'' in view of the two mile fetch in SE winds. Better shelter in these conditions may be found in [[Kraljevica]].  
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== Offshore Islands and Groups ==
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===Marinas &amp; Yacht Clubs===
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*[[Cres]]
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*[[Losinj]]
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== Marinas &amp; Yacht Clubs ==
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None.  
=== Anchorages ===
=== Anchorages ===
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It is possible to anchor off in the centre of the bay in 7.0 - 8.0 metres, clear of the moorings. Holding is good in mud.  
It is possible to anchor off in the centre of the bay in 7.0 - 8.0 metres, clear of the moorings. Holding is good in mud.  
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== Offshore Islands and Groups ==
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* [[Cres]]
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* [[Losinj]]
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* [[Krk]]
== Yacht Repairs and Services ==
== Yacht Repairs and Services ==
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None.  
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==== Repairs/Yards ====
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====Repairs/Yards====
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None.  
None.  
==== Fuel, Water, &amp; Electricity ====
==== Fuel, Water, &amp; Electricity ====
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None. The nearest fuel dock is in the harbour of [[Opatija]] at [[Image:World icon.png]] {{Coord|45|20.22|N|14|18.6|E|}}. In an emergency, fuel can be obtained from a garage on the main road at [[Kraljevica]].
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None. The nearest fuel dock is in the harbour of Opatija at [[Image:World icon.png]] {{Coord|45|20.22|N|14|18.6|E|}}. In an emergency, fuel can be obtained from a garage on the main road at [[Kraljevica]].
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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====Tourism====
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== Tourism and Things to do Ashore ==
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[[Image:BakarCastle.jpg|thumb|right|345px|'''Bakar Castle''' - ''click for larger view'']]
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=== Tourism ===
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[[Image:BakarCastle.jpg|thumb|right|350px|'''Bakar Castle''' - ''click for larger view'']]
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The narrow mediaeval streets and little squares of Bakar are a delight to explore. Overlooking the town is a castle dating back to the 16th century. Other attractions include a 15th century house known as the Roman House and another, 16th century house built in Ottoman style.  
The narrow mediaeval streets and little squares of Bakar are a delight to explore. Overlooking the town is a castle dating back to the 16th century. Other attractions include a 15th century house known as the Roman House and another, 16th century house built in Ottoman style.  
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=== Grocery &amp; Supply Stores ===
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====Grocery &amp; Supply Stores====
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* Several provisions shops in the town.
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*Several provisions shops in the town.
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* Numerous bars and restaurants in the town.
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=== Eateries ===
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*Numerous bars and restaurants in the town.
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=== Internet/WiFi ===
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====Internet/WiFi====
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None.  
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=== Laundry ===
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====Laundry====
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None.  
None.  
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=== Motorbike &amp; Car Rentals ===
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None.  
None.  
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=== Garbage Disposal ===
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====Garbage Disposal====
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Some bins around the harbour.  
Some bins around the harbour.  
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=== Transportation ===
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====Transportation====
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* Airport on the island of [[Krk]] (12 kms).
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* Buses to [[Rijeka]] and [[Krk]].
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* Domestic and international trains from [[Rijeka]] to Zagreb, [[Trieste]], Ljubljana, Vienna, Munich and Salzburg.
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*Airport on the island of [[Krk]] (12 kms).  
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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*Buses to [[Rijeka]] and [[Krk]].
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*Domestic and international trains from [[Rijeka]] to Zagreb, Trieste, Ljubljana, Vienna, Munich and Salzburg.
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== Routes/Passages To/From ==
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==Cruiser's Friends==
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Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.  
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==Forum Discussions==
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
 
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== Forum Discussions ==
 
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
 
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== External Links ==
== External Links ==
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* [http://www.istra.hr/en/regions_and_towns/town_and_cities/ltz_porec/about_porec/history Istria Tourism website]
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* [http://www.tz-bakar.hr/default.aspx?ID=2381&GKat=21 Bakar Tourist Board]
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Links to relevant websites.
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''For other useful websites, see [[Croatia#External_Links|Croatia]]''.
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*Istria Tourism website: [http://www.istra.hr/en/regions_and_towns/town_and_cities/ltz_porec/about_porec/history]
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*Bakar Tourist Board [http://www.tz-bakar.hr/default.aspx?ID=2381&GKat=21]
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For other useful websites, see [[Croatia]].  
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== References &amp; Publications ==
== References &amp; Publications ==
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''See [[Croatia#References_.26_Publications|Croatia]]''.
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See entry for [[Croatia]].
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== Personal Notes ==
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Personal experiences?
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== ''Last Visited &amp; Details Checked (and updated here)'' ==
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====
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''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
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* Data compiled from web research (please update if possible) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:48, 20 July 2011 (BST)
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Bakar, Croatia

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The harbour of Bakar
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The town of Bakar lies at the NW end of the Bakarski Zaljev (bay of Bakar), a two-mile long inland basin situated four miles SE of the commercial port of Rijeka on the mainland coast of Croatia and two miles N of the island of Krk. While the approaches to the town are heavily industrialized and not particularly attractive, the town itself is a mediaeval gem, climbing up the wooded slopes at the head of the bay. There are no designated facilities for yachts, which must find a berth along its quays among the local vessels. Depths range from 4.0 metres to under one metre, so care is needed when choosing a spot to berth. Shelter is reasonable in most conditions, although fierce gusts will be experienced in a bora and Bakar would probably be untenable in a strong scirocco in view of the two mile fetch in SE winds.

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.

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.

Charts

British Admiralty
2719
Croatian charts
100-18
50-4
Italian charts
924
6001
Imray Nautical Chart
M24

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Approach and Navigation

The industrial installations at the entrance to Bakarski Zaljev are very conspicuous, especially the tall chimney with red and white painted bands on the NW side of the entrance. A green buoy to starboard on entry marks a shallow bank extending some 400 metres NW from the SE side of the entrance. Once through the entrance, a course NW along the centre of the bay avoids some rocky patches close inshore.

Berthing options

The NW end of the bay is quayed along its entire length, but depths are variable. Visiting yachts need to use their anchors to moor bow or stern-to the quays wherever there is space among the local boats. Depths are greatest (around 4.0 metres) on the NW side of the bay. The holding is good in mud. There is a small boat harbour at the SW end of the bay, but it is invariably filled with local boats and depths are in any case too shallow for most yachts. Shelter in the bay is good in most conditions, although there are strong gusts in a bora. Bakar would probably be untenable in a strong scirocco in view of the two mile fetch in SE winds. Better shelter in these conditions may be found in Kraljevica.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

It is possible to anchor off in the centre of the bay in 7.0 - 8.0 metres, clear of the moorings. Holding is good in mud.

Offshore Islands and Groups

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

None.

Repairs/Yards

None.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

None. The nearest fuel dock is in the harbour of Opatija at World icon.png 45°20.22′N, 14°18.6′E. In an emergency, fuel can be obtained from a garage on the main road at Kraljevica.

Tourism and Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Bakar Castle - click for larger view

The narrow mediaeval streets and little squares of Bakar are a delight to explore. Overlooking the town is a castle dating back to the 16th century. Other attractions include a 15th century house known as the Roman House and another, 16th century house built in Ottoman style.

Grocery & Supply Stores

  • Several provisions shops in the town.

Eateries

  • Numerous bars and restaurants in the town.

Internet/WiFi

None.

Laundry

None.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

None.

Garbage Disposal

Some bins around the harbour.

Transportation

  • Airport on the island of Krk (12 kms).
  • Buses to Rijeka and Krk.
  • Domestic and international trains from Rijeka to Zagreb, Trieste, Ljubljana, Vienna, Munich and Salzburg.

Routes/Passages To/From

List 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

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References & Publications

See Croatia.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?

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 14:48, 20 July 2011 (BST)


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