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| name= Hvar Town
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| imagetext= Harbour of the town of Hvar with Pakleni Islands in background
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| summary= The harbour of the of '''Hvar Town''', the main harbour of [[Hvar]] Island, is one of the most popular destinations in the Croatian islands, both by land tourists and by yachtsmen. Much of its popularity is due to its picturesque Venetian architectural heritage clustered inside 13th-century town walls. Cars are banned from the town centre, making the town a delight to explore on foot. Among its numerous attractions are a spectacularly sited fortress, 15th-century Franciscan monastery and several impressively decorated palaces and mansions, testimony to the skills of Hvar stonemasons. 
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The harbour has space for only 20 or so yachts on laid moorings along its town quay and the anchorage off it becomes impossibly crowded in July and August. An early arrival during these months is essential and even then you risk being sandwiched in the anchorage between later arrivals. Shelter in the harbour is good except in strong S and SW winds when it becomes very uncomfortable.
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The harbour of the town of Hvar, the main harbour of [[Hvar]] Island, is one of the most popular destinations in the Croatian islands, both by land tourists and by yachtsmen.  Much of its popularity is due to its picturesque Venetian architectural heritage clustered inside 13th century town walls.  Cars are banned from the town centre, making the town a delight to explore on foot.  Among its numerous attractions are a spectacularly sited fortress, 15th  century Franciscan monastery and several impressively decorated palaces and mansions, testimony to the skills of Hvar stone masons. 
 
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The harbour has space for only 20 or so yachts on laid moorings along its town quay and the anchorage off it becomes impossibly crowded in July and August.  An early arrival during these months is essential and even then you risk being sandwiched in the anchorage between later arrivals.  Shelter in the harbour is good except in strong S and SW winds, when it becomes very uncomfortable.
 
==Charts==
==Charts==
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''See [[Central Dalmatia#Charts|Central Dalmatia]]''.
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| British Admiralty| 2712, 269
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| Croatian| MK19
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| Imray| M26 (Split to Dubrovnik)
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==Weather==
==Weather==
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Diurnal winds among the islands are mostly moderate during the summer months, predominantly from NW and rarely exceeding force 4/5, although gusting is common in narrow channels between islands and on the lee side of headlands.  At night, katabatic winds off the mountains affect some of the islands close to the mainland 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 coast from Rijeka down to Zadar, although its effects can be felt as far south as Split.
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''See [[Croatia#Weather|Croatia]]''.
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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#Weather|Croatia]]''.
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==Passages==
==Passages==
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==Communication==
==Communication==
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| name= Lučka ispostava Hvar
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| address= 21450 Hvar, p/p 35,  Obala Fabrika 29
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| phone= {{phone|385|21|741 007}}
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| web= http://www.mppi.hr/default.aspx?id=7592
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| hours=  Mo-Fr 07:00-15:00
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| text= see also http://www.lucka-uprava-sdz.hr/o-nama/popis-luka-pod-nadleznoscu-lusdz/luka/1204
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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{{contact
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| name= Nautički centar Hvar
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| lat=43.1704|lon=16.44133
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| VHF=09
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| phone= {{phone|385|21|717 282}}
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| web= http://www.otok-hvar.com/hr/d/1041/nauticki-centar/nauticki-centar-hvar
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| text= Provides an operative management of the harbour: berths, mooring buoys, etc.
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==Navigation==
==Navigation==
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There are no dangers in the immediate approach to the town of Hvar. Note, however, that in the approach from S there are shoals for some distance off the islet of O. Jerolim, the easternmost of the [[Pakleni Islands]]. Also that there are depths of just 5.0 metres in the passage between the islet of Galesnik half a mile S of the town of Hvar and the coast of the island, which should therefore only be used in settled weather.
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There are no dangers in the immediate approach to the town of Hvar. Note, however, that in the approach from the S there are shoals for some distance off the islet of [[Pakleni archipelago#Otok Jerolim|Otok Jerolim]], the easternmost of the [[Pakleni Islands]]. Also that there are depths of just 5.0 metres in the passage between the islet of Galesnik half a mile S of the town of Hvar and the coast of the island, which should therefore only be used in settled weather.
==Entrance==
==Entrance==
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The town of Hvar is a summer port of entry. At other times of year, [[Split]] or [[Korcula]] are the nearest year-round ports of entry.
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The town of Hvar is a summer port of entry. At other times of year, [[Split]] or [[Korčula]] are the nearest year-round ports of entry.
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==Berthing==
==Berthing==
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There are three main berthing options:
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Visiting yachts take a berth where directed by harbour staff (see [[#Nautički centar Hvar|Nautički centar Hvar]] above).
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{{Image right| HvarTownMoorings.jpg| Yachts moored on the town of Hvar quay }}
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| url=http://www.otok-hvar.com/hr/d/1041/nautika/nauticki-centar-hvar
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Visiting yachts moor in the middle of the town quay at the E of the harbour, where depths are 3.0 - 4.0 metres, S of the section reserved for ferries and hydrofoils, the N section is for the water taxis, etc.   
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| imagetext= Berths on the town quay
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| text=Visiting yachts moor in the middle of the town quay at the E of the harbour, where depths are 3.0 - 4.0 metres, S of the section reserved for ferries and hydrofoils, the N section is for the water taxis, etc.   
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There are laid moorings along the quay for around 20 yachts to go stern or bows-to. These moorings are often occupied by midday during the season and early arrival is recommended, especially in late July and August when the Italians arrive.  There are water and electricity points along the quay. There are toilets, showers and a launderette at the NE corner of the main square, next to the cathedral.
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There are laid moorings along the quay for around 20 yachts to go stern or bows-to. These moorings are often occupied by midday during the season and early arrival is recommended, especially in late July and August when the Italians arrive.  There are water and electricity points along the quay. There are toilets, showers and a launderette at the NE corner of the main square, next to the cathedral.
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This mooring is subject to frequent wash from ferries and hydrofoils, which is an unavoidable fact of life.
This mooring is subject to frequent wash from ferries and hydrofoils, which is an unavoidable fact of life.
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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None.
==Anchorages==
==Anchorages==
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{{Warning}}It is not allowed to drop anchor within the bay.
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{{poi
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| url=http://www.otok-hvar.com/hr/d/1043/nautika/nauticki-centar-akvatorij-hvar
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| image= Hvar Town through the Yachts (5969965094).jpg
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There are about 20 mooring buoys laid off the quay on the W side of the bay in depths of more than 3.0 metres, which are available for visiting yachts. Yachts pick up a buoy and take a line ashore to prevent swinging.  It is essential to put out fenders if using these, since they are close together. Beware the swell that can cause a lot of rocking if the wind comes from the south-east.
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| imagetext= Yachts on the mooring buoys at the W quay
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| text=There are about 20 mooring buoys laid off the quay on the W side of the bay in depths of more than 3.0 metres, which are available for visiting yachts. Yachts pick up a buoy and take ''their own'' line ashore to prevent swinging.  t is essential to put out fenders if using these since they are close together. Just N of this are there are a few red buoys for a "free swing" mooring. Usually, these are taken first.
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If all the buoys are taken, it is possible with care to anchor in 4.0 - 5.0 metres S of the line of buoys and take a line ashore. Holding is good in sand and mud.  Again, fenders are advisable when mooring up and when leaving.
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You can tie your dinghy further N at the head of the harbour where the quay is low enough for a more comfortable landing.
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| text=It is possible to anchor in 12 metres or more in settled weather outside of the bay, past the mooring buoys and the red lateral buoy.
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It is not allowed to drop anchor within the bay. Outside of the bay, past the mooring buoys, it is possible to anchor in 12 metres or more in settled weather.
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{{Note}}Beware the swell that can cause a lot of rocking if the wind comes from the south-east.
==Amenities==
==Amenities==
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{{thumb|Hvar predvečer u kolovozu.JPG|Entrance to the public toilets / showers / laundry services}}
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|Water|on the quay
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|Water|{{mark | type= water |name= [[#Town quay|Town quay]] |text= on the quay}}
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|Electricity|on the quay
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|Electricity|{{mark | type= electricity |name= [[#Town quay|Town quay]] |text= on the quay}}
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|Toilets|
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|Toilets| {{mark  | type = facilities  | lat=43.17253|lon=16.44329 | name= WC/showers | text =public (paid) toilets / showers / laundry (self service) in the main square next to the marketplace}}
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|Showers|''see above''
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|Laundry|In the main square (self service)
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|Laundry|''see above''
|Garbage|Near the harbour
|Garbage|Near the harbour
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   | url= http://www.ina.hr/trazilica-benzinskih-postaja/9763?bid=341
   | text = Fuel berth in a small inlet on E side of bay 500 metres S of harbour (0600 - 2200).<br/> Depths of only 1.8 metres alongside
   | text = Fuel berth in a small inlet on E side of bay 500 metres S of harbour (0600 - 2200).<br/> Depths of only 1.8 metres alongside
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|Bottled gas|
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|Bottled gas|None
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|Chandlers|  
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|Chandlers| None
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|Repairs| Basic emergency repairs only
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|Repairs| {{mark | type= service |name=[[#Town quay|Town quay]] |text= Basic emergency repairs only}}
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|Internet| In internet cafes.
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|Internet| WiFi in internet cafes
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|Mobile connectivity| {{Green|Is there mobile telephone signal such as G4, G3, GPRS on the island? How strong is the signal? Are there any blind spots?}}
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|Vehicle rentals| {{mark | type= car |name= In the town |text= rental outlets}}
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|Vehicle rentals| Rental outlets in the town
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|Health|  
|Health|  
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==Provisioning==
==Provisioning==
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-- a supermarket next to the main square, behind the bus station (on Su until 13:00)
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Several  butchers and other provisions shops in the town.  Fruit and vegetable market.  Fish market.
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= In the town|text= Several  butchers and other provisions shops in the town.  Fruit and vegetable market.  Fish market.}}
==Eating out==
==Eating out==
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Several restaurants and café/bars ashore.
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* In the town
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: {{mark |name= &nbsp;| type= eatingout |text=Several restaurants and café/bars ashore.}}
==Transportation==
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* Daily ferries to [[Split]].
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* [http://www.hvar.hr/portal/plovidbeni-i-vozni-redovi/ Daily ferries] to [[Split]].
* Occasional ferries to [[Rijeka]] and [[Dubrovnik]].
* Occasional ferries to [[Rijeka]] and [[Dubrovnik]].
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* [http://stari-grad.hr/index.php?show=11433 Local buses] to island destinations.
==Tourism==
==Tourism==
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{{Image right| HvarMonastery.jpg| Franciscan Monastery in the town of Hvar }}
{{Image right| HvarMonastery.jpg| Franciscan Monastery in the town of Hvar }}
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the town of Hvar has numerous attractions.  Its main square of Trg Sveti Stjepana is one of the largest in the islands. At its E end is the impressive bell tower of the 16th century Cathedral of Sv. Stjepan and its Bishop’s Treasury museum.  Around the square are imposing Gothic and Renaissance palaces.   
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The town of Hvar has numerous attractions.  Its main square of Trg Sveti Stjepana is one of the largest in the islands. At its E end is the impressive bell tower of the 16th-century Cathedral of Sv. Stjepan and its Bishop’s Treasury museum.  Around the square are imposing Gothic and Renaissance palaces.   
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On the S side of the square is the 17th  century Arsenal, subsequently adapted as one of the earliest theatres in the country.  S of the harbour in a small cove is a 15th century Franciscan Monastery with a Renaissance cloister, fine church paintings and an interesting museum with early charts.   
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On the S side of the square is the 17th  century Arsenal, subsequently adapted as one of the earliest theatres in the country.  S of the harbour in a small cove is a 15th-century Franciscan Monastery with a Renaissance cloister, fine church paintings and an interesting museum with early charts.   
To walk off a good lunch, climb to the Fortress Spanjol on the summit of a hill overlooking the harbour for fantastic views over the Pakleni Islands.
To walk off a good lunch, climb to the Fortress Spanjol on the summit of a hill overlooking the harbour for fantastic views over the Pakleni Islands.
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==Links==
==Links==
* {{wikipedia|Hvar_(city)}}
* {{wikipedia|Hvar_(city)}}
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* [https://www.tzhvar.hr/ Tourism board of the town of Hvar] -- official site
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* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Hvar&action=edit&section=5#Hvar_(city)_and_surroundings Wikivoyage]
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* [http://www.tzhvar.hr/ Tourism board of the town of Hvar] -- official site
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* [http://www.noonsite.com/Countries/Croatia/HvarIsland Noonsite]
For other useful websites, ''see [[Croatia#Links|Croatia]]''.
For other useful websites, ''see [[Croatia#Links|Croatia]]''.
==References==
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''See [[Croatia#References & Publications|Croatia]]''.
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''See [[Croatia#References|Croatia]]''.
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Hvar Town
Port of Entry
43°10.332'N, 016°26.612'E Chart icon.png
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Harbour of the town of Hvar with Pakleni Islands in background

The harbour of the of Hvar Town, the main harbour of Hvar Island, is one of the most popular destinations in the Croatian islands, both by land tourists and by yachtsmen. Much of its popularity is due to its picturesque Venetian architectural heritage clustered inside 13th-century town walls. Cars are banned from the town centre, making the town a delight to explore on foot. Among its numerous attractions are a spectacularly sited fortress, 15th-century Franciscan monastery and several impressively decorated palaces and mansions, testimony to the skills of Hvar stonemasons.

The harbour has space for only 20 or so yachts on laid moorings along its town quay and the anchorage off it becomes impossibly crowded in July and August. An early arrival during these months is essential and even then you risk being sandwiched in the anchorage between later arrivals. Shelter in the harbour is good except in strong S and SW winds when it becomes very uncomfortable.

Charts

See Central Dalmatia.

Weather

See Croatia.

Passages

See Croatia.

Communication

Lučka ispostava Hvar

Phone: +385 (21) 741 007
Web: http://www.mppi.hr/default.aspx?id=7592
Address: 21450 Hvar, p/p 35, Obala Fabrika 29
Working hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-15:00
see also http://www.lucka-uprava-sdz.hr/o-nama/popis-luka-pod-nadleznoscu-lusdz/luka/1204

Nautički centar Hvar/wiki/Hvar_(town)#Nauti.C4.8Dki_centar_HvarWorld icon.png Nautički centar Hvar [[Hvar (town)#Nautički centar Hvar|Nautički centar Hvar]] 43°10.224'N, 016°26.480'E

VHF: 09
Phone: +385 (21) 717 282
Web: http://www.otok-hvar.com/hr/d/1041/nauticki-centar/nauticki-centar-hvar
Provides an operative management of the harbour: berths, mooring buoys, etc.

Navigation

There are no dangers in the immediate approach to the town of Hvar. Note, however, that in the approach from the S there are shoals for some distance off the islet of Otok Jerolim, the easternmost of the Pakleni Islands. Also that there are depths of just 5.0 metres in the passage between the islet of Galesnik half a mile S of the town of Hvar and the coast of the island, which should therefore only be used in settled weather.

Entrance

The town of Hvar is a summer port of entry. At other times of year, Split or Korčula are the nearest year-round ports of entry.

Customs landing zone

Customs landing zone/wiki/Hvar_(town)#Customs_landing_zone
World icon.png Customs landing zone [[Hvar (town)#Customs landing zone|Customs landing zone]] 43°10.331'N, 016°26.441'E

Berthing

Visiting yachts take a berth where directed by harbour staff (see Nautički centar Hvar above).

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Berths on the town quay

Town quay

Town quay/wiki/Hvar_(town)#Town_quay
Harbour icon Town quay [[Hvar (town)#Town quay|Town quay]] 43°10.273'N, 016°26.449'E
Port of Entry

Visiting yachts moor in the middle of the town quay at the E of the harbour, where depths are 3.0 - 4.0 metres, S of the section reserved for ferries and hydrofoils, the N section is for the water taxis, etc.

There are laid moorings along the quay for around 20 yachts to go stern or bows-to. These moorings are often occupied by midday during the season and early arrival is recommended, especially in late July and August when the Italians arrive. There are water and electricity points along the quay. There are toilets, showers and a launderette at the NE corner of the main square, next to the cathedral.

This mooring is subject to frequent wash from ferries and hydrofoils, which is an unavoidable fact of life.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

Warning: It is not allowed to drop anchor within the bay.

Hvar Town through the Yachts (5969965094).jpg
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Yachts on the mooring buoys at the W quay

W quay mooring buoys

W quay mooring buoys/wiki/Hvar_(town)#W_quay_mooring_buoys
Buoy icon W quay mooring buoys [[Hvar (town)#W quay mooring buoys|W quay mooring buoys]] 43°10.213'N, 016°26.317'E

There are about 20 mooring buoys laid off the quay on the W side of the bay in depths of more than 3.0 metres, which are available for visiting yachts. Yachts pick up a buoy and take their own line ashore to prevent swinging. t is essential to put out fenders if using these since they are close together. Just N of this are there are a few red buoys for a "free swing" mooring. Usually, these are taken first.

You can tie your dinghy further N at the head of the harbour where the quay is low enough for a more comfortable landing.

W off the bay

W off the bay/wiki/Hvar_(town)#W_off_the_bay
Anchorage icon W off the bay [[Hvar (town)#W off the bay|W off the bay]] 43°10.184'N, 016°26.273'E
It is possible to anchor in 12 metres or more in settled weather outside of the bay, past the mooring buoys and the red lateral buoy.

Note: Beware the swell that can cause a lot of rocking if the wind comes from the south-east.

Amenities

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Entrance to the public toilets / showers / laundry services
Facilities
Water Town quay/wiki/Hvar_(town)#.5B.5B.23Town_quay.7CTown_quay.5D.5DWater icon Town quay [[Hvar (town)#Town quay|Town quay]] on the quay
Electricity Town quay/wiki/Hvar_(town)#.5B.5B.23Town_quay.7CTown_quay.5D.5DElectricity icon Town quay [[Hvar (town)#Town quay|Town quay]] on the quay
Toilets WC/showers/wiki/Hvar_(town)#WC.2FshowersWorld icon.png WC/showers [[Hvar (town)#WC/showers|WC/showers]] 43°10.352'N, 016°26.597'E public (paid) toilets / showers / laundry (self service) in the main square next to the marketplace
Showers see above
Laundry see above
Garbage Near the harbour
Supplies
Fuel INA/wiki/Hvar_(town)#INAFuel icon INA [[Hvar (town)#INA|INA]] 43°09.975'N, 016°26.696'E Fuel berth in a small inlet on E side of bay 500 metres S of harbour (0600 - 2200).
Depths of only 1.8 metres alongside
Bottled gas None
Chandlers None
Services
Repairs Town quay/wiki/Hvar_(town)#.5B.5B.23Town_quay.7CTown_quay.5D.5DService icon Town quay [[Hvar (town)#Town quay|Town quay]] Basic emergency repairs only
Internet WiFi in internet cafes
Mobile connectivity Is there mobile telephone signal such as G4, G3, GPRS on the island? How strong is the signal? Are there any blind spots?
Vehicle rentals In the town/wiki/Hvar_(town)#In_the_townCar icon In the town [[Hvar (town)#In the town|In the town]] rental outlets
Health

Provisioning

Konzum/wiki/Hvar_(town)#KonzumProvisions icon Konzum [[Hvar (town)#Konzum|Konzum]] 43°10.364'N, 016°26.633'E -- a supermarket next to the main square, behind the bus station (on Su until 13:00)

Tommy/wiki/Hvar_(town)#TommyProvisions icon Tommy [[Hvar (town)#Tommy|Tommy]] 43°09.986'N, 016°26.825'E -- a supermarket on S from the W quay, close to the fuel station

In the town/wiki/Hvar_(town)#In_the_townProvisions icon In the town [[Hvar (town)#In the town|In the town]] Several butchers and other provisions shops in the town. Fruit and vegetable market. Fish market.

Eating out

  • In the town
 /wiki/Hvar_(town)#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Hvar (town)# | ]] Several restaurants and café/bars ashore.

Transportation

Tourism

Waterfront of the town of Hvar
the town of Hvar and fortress
Franciscan Monastery in the town of Hvar

The town of Hvar has numerous attractions. Its main square of Trg Sveti Stjepana is one of the largest in the islands. At its E end is the impressive bell tower of the 16th-century Cathedral of Sv. Stjepan and its Bishop’s Treasury museum. Around the square are imposing Gothic and Renaissance palaces.

On the S side of the square is the 17th century Arsenal, subsequently adapted as one of the earliest theatres in the country. S of the harbour in a small cove is a 15th-century Franciscan Monastery with a Renaissance cloister, fine church paintings and an interesting museum with early charts.

To walk off a good lunch, climb to the Fortress Spanjol on the summit of a hill overlooking the harbour for fantastic views over the Pakleni Islands.

Links

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References

See Croatia.

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