Croatia
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Croatia
| Croatia | |
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| Capital: | Zagreb |
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| Language: | Croatian |
| Currency: | Kuna |
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Background
The history and background of Croatia is best observed on Wikipedia
General notes on cruising/sailing in the region?
Climate & Weather
Northern Croatia has a temperate continental climate whereas central, semi-mountainous and mountainous regions have a mountainous climate. The entire Adriatic coast has a pleasant Mediterranean climate. Spring and autumn are mild along the coast, while winter is cold and snowy in central and northern regions. The average temperature in the inland in January ranges from 0 to 2°C, August 19 to 23°C. The average temperature at the seaside is higher: January 6 to 11°C, August 21 to 27°C.
There are number of indentified localized winds but Bora, Sirocco and Northwestern wind blow most often.
Bora is a dry and cold wind blowing in bursts from the north-northeast to the east-northeast direction. Bora may be associated with stormy weather, with wind reaching 100 knots or more. The direction in which the wind blows is mostly influenced by the configuration of the shore. The strength of Bora is explained by the existence of warm air over the surface of the sea, and a cold layer of air above mountain ranges in the littoral, which cause a strong streaming due to equating of the pressure.
Sirocco is a warm and moist wind which blows from the east-southeast to south-southwest direction. Sirocco brings high waves and rain. This wind is a characteristic for the southern Adriatic, where it blows longer and stronger than in the northern part. In the summer, it usually blows for a couple of days, and in the winter it can last for a couple of weeks. The signs of the oncoming Sirocco are the calmness of the sea, weak changeable winds, and dimness of the horizon, the increase of the temperature and moisture, and the gradual decrease of the pressure.
The landward breeze is a daily, thermic wind blowing from the direction of the Northwest, and arises as the land and the sea heat at a different rate. It occurs from the spring to the autumn, and during the day, it often changes the direction. The landward breeze blows more in the southern Adriatic than in the northern Adriatic.
The Stiff Breeze is a wind opposite of the landward breeze. It blows during the night from the direction of the north/north-east in the northern Adriatic, and in the southern Adriatic, from the east or south-east. It's at its peak before the dawn, and then subsides.
Sources of weather forecast info.
Charts
The charts produced by the Hydrographic Office of the Croatian Republic are accurate and reliable. The Italian authorities also cover the area as does the Admiralty, which offers a different slicing up of the country; this may be useful in some cases. For instance, to approach Vis from the north (Primosten), the Admiralty chart enables the whole passage to planned on a single chart, while with the Croatian charts, two would be required.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.
Arrival/Departure procedures
On arrival at a Port of Entry in Croatia, fly the "Q" flag only if a non EU yacht. The skipper should report to the local port police with all crew passports for passport control, then proceed to the Harbour Master to purchase the cruising permit. The crew should not leave the customs quay area until the formalities are completed.
Cruising Permit
A multiple entry/exit cruising permit is issued on arrival at the port of entry and is valid for the calendar year. This cruising permit no longer needs to be stamped at each major port by the Harbour Master and Port police. The permit allows the vessel to cruise along the entire Croatian coast, including the previously prohibited islands like Vis, but excluding the Brioni islands off Pula, which make additional charges.
To obtain your cruising permit from the harbourmaster, you need the crew list, boat registration details, third party insurance certificate, sometimes a certificate of competence for the skipper (in accordance with the requirements of the vessel’s flag country’s regulations). Proof of ownership of the vessel (or documented permission to use the vessel) may be asked for. Payment is usually in cash (Kunas), the harbourmaster will direct you to the nearest ATM.
The cruising permit is a rectangular adhesive that must be prominently displayed on your vessel. A copy of the permit is held, along with the crew list, by the officials. It is important to note that should anyone be found aboard your yacht that is not listed on your crew list you can be charged with illegal charter.
Departure from Croatia
After officially checking out from a Croatian Port of Entry, the yacht must leave Croatian waters as quickly as possible.
Immigration & Customs
Submit details about customs and immigration procedures here.
Immigration
Details here?
Customs
Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival. These will be officially sealed and re-checked when checking out. Full details of firearms and ammunition must be included on the cruising permit.
All radio transceivers must be declared and an operator's permit produced.
PETS:- Dogs and cats require a veterinary certificate showing that the animal has been innoculated against rabies between 15 days and six months previous. All animals need a general health certificate and to have had all the necessary vaccinations. More information and updates can be found at http://www.croatia.hr
Documentation Required
For latest requirements see the Official website - click "English", then click "Sea". then click "Nautics".
Visas
Nationals of the following countries do not require a visa for visits under 90 days:-
Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Guatemala, Hungary, Honduras, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaraqua, Norway, Panama, Paraquay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, the Republic of Korea, San Marino, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, U.S.A., Uruguay, Vatican City State, Venezuela.
Details of current visa requirements are available on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. If required, it is advisable to obtain a visa in advance.
Fees and Charges
Details? (Quote date)
Health & Security
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
Ports & Popular Stops
A world Heritage site
| Dubrovnik (Port of entry) Ploce (Port of entry) Split (Port of entry) Metlovic (Port of entry) Opatija Tulepi | Senj (Port of entry) Rijeka (Port of entry) Sibenic (Port of entry) Zadar (Port of entry) Kremik_Marina (Port of entry) Pula (Port of entry) | Rovinj (Port of entry) Porec (Port of entry Novigrad (Seasonal port of entry) Umag (Port of entry) |
Offshore Islands
| Betina (Murter) Brac Cres Dugi Otok Hramina (Murter) Hvar (Port of entry) | Jezera (Murter) Korcula (Port of entry) Kornati archipelago Krk Lastovo Losinj (Port of entry) | Maslinica (Port of entry) Mljet Molat Pag Piskera (Kornati Islands) Palmizana (St Klement) | Pasman Polace (Mljet) Punat (Krk) Rab Town (Rab) Simuni (Pag) Supetarska Draga (Rab) | Trogir Ugljan Zut (Kornati Islands) Vrboska Veli Iz Vis |
Restricted Areas
Details
Cruiser's Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
Links to Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- http://www.comoy.com/saillinks.html for a list of websites pertinent to sailing in the Adriatic (especially Dalmatia), including weather, airport, chart and other information.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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