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The harbour of Komiza sits at the NE end of a wide bay on the W coast of the island of [[Vis]] in [[Croatia]], overlooked by the 600 metre high mountain of Hum, on the slopes of which is the WW II hideaway of Tito’s partisans.  The village of Komiza is most attractive, with old stone houses crowding the waterfront and a picture-perfect setting with the mountain looming behind.  The bay receives some protection from S winds in the form of a long breakwater, which is quayed along its whole length and supplied with laid moorings, water and electricity.  There are additional mooring buoys in the bay which can be used by visitors.  Shelter in Komiza is, however, only moderate and the harbour is very uncomfortable with anything W or SW in the wind and is practically untenable with strong winds from those directions.
The harbour of Komiza sits at the NE end of a wide bay on the W coast of the island of [[Vis]] in [[Croatia]], overlooked by the 600 metre high mountain of Hum, on the slopes of which is the WW II hideaway of Tito’s partisans.  The village of Komiza is most attractive, with old stone houses crowding the waterfront and a picture-perfect setting with the mountain looming behind.  The bay receives some protection from S winds in the form of a long breakwater, which is quayed along its whole length and supplied with laid moorings, water and electricity.  There are additional mooring buoys in the bay which can be used by visitors.  Shelter in Komiza is, however, only moderate and the harbour is very uncomfortable with anything W or SW in the wind and is practically untenable with strong winds from those directions.
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[[Image:KomizaHarbour.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Komiza harbour from NW''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]  
[[Image:KomizaHarbour.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Komiza harbour from NW''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]  
[[Image:KomizaTown.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Komiza village is picture perfect''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]  
[[Image:KomizaTown.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Komiza village is picture perfect''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]  
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'''1. Breakwater quay''' <br/>
'''1. Breakwater quay''' <br/>
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The usual berthing spot is on the breakwater quay at the S end of the bay, where depths are 2.0 - 5.0 metres.  There are laid moorings along the quay for around 20 -30 yachts to go stern or bows-to.  These moorings are often occupied by mid to late afternoon 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 is a public toilet near the breakwater.  Shelter is good in winds from NW round to SE but poor in W and SW winds.
The usual berthing spot is on the breakwater quay at the S end of the bay, where depths are 2.0 - 5.0 metres.  There are laid moorings along the quay for around 20 -30 yachts to go stern or bows-to.  These moorings are often occupied by mid to late afternoon 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 is a public toilet near the breakwater.  Shelter is good in winds from NW round to SE but poor in W and SW winds.
'''2. Mooring buoys''' <br />
'''2. Mooring buoys''' <br />
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There are moorings buoys laid on the E side of the bay in depths of 6.0 - 8.0 metres, which are available for visiting yachts.  Shelter on the buoys is good except with W and SW winds, when the breakwater berths are slightly better sheltered.   
There are moorings buoys laid on the E side of the bay in depths of 6.0 - 8.0 metres, which are available for visiting yachts.  Shelter on the buoys is good except with W and SW winds, when the breakwater berths are slightly better sheltered.   
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[[Image:KomizaFalkusa.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Gajeta Falkusa under sail''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]   
[[Image:KomizaFalkusa.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Gajeta Falkusa under sail''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]   
[[Image:VisTito.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Tito’s wartime HQ''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]
[[Image:VisTito.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Tito’s wartime HQ''' <br />''Click for larger view'' ]]
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The town of Komiza has a proud maritime history, its fishing fleet being once the most active in the southern Dalmatian islands.  There is a fishing museum in a 16th century Venetian tower on the waterfront which gives an insight into this history, including the role of the sturdy Komiza fishing boats known as ''gajeta falkusa''.  With transport, or if you fancy a long hike, it is possible to climb up to the summit of Hum mountain, where the views are superb.  Half way up you can visit the wartime HQ of Tito, sited in a series of caves in an impregnable valley.  The island of Bisevo five miles SW has a famous Blue Grotto which is best visited by tripper boat from Komiza
The town of Komiza has a proud maritime history, its fishing fleet being once the most active in the southern Dalmatian islands.  There is a fishing museum in a 16th century Venetian tower on the waterfront which gives an insight into this history, including the role of the sturdy Komiza fishing boats known as ''gajeta falkusa''.  With transport, or if you fancy a long hike, it is possible to climb up to the summit of Hum mountain, where the views are superb.  Half way up you can visit the wartime HQ of Tito, sited in a series of caves in an impregnable valley.  The island of Bisevo five miles SW has a famous Blue Grotto which is best visited by tripper boat from Komiza
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===Transport===
===Transport===
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* Buses to Vis Town.
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* Buses to [[Vis Town]].
==Routes/Passages To/From==
==Routes/Passages To/From==
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==External Links==
==External Links==
* [http://www.visinfo.org/komiza/ Vis Tourism website]
* [http://www.visinfo.org/komiza/ Vis Tourism website]
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''Also see [[Croatia#External Links|Croatia]]''.
''Also see [[Croatia#External Links|Croatia]]''.
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* August 2005 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)
* August 2005 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)
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Komiza, Croatia

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The harbour of Komiza sits at the NE end of a wide bay on the W coast of the island of Vis in Croatia, overlooked by the 600 metre high mountain of Hum, on the slopes of which is the WW II hideaway of Tito’s partisans. The village of Komiza is most attractive, with old stone houses crowding the waterfront and a picture-perfect setting with the mountain looming behind. The bay receives some protection from S winds in the form of a long breakwater, which is quayed along its whole length and supplied with laid moorings, water and electricity. There are additional mooring buoys in the bay which can be used by visitors. Shelter in Komiza is, however, only moderate and the harbour is very uncomfortable with anything W or SW in the wind and is practically untenable with strong winds from those directions.

Komiza harbour from NW
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Komiza village is picture perfect
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Charts

British Admiralty
2712
2774
Croatian charts
MK17
Imray
M26 (Split to Dubrovnik)

Local Weather

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.

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.

Approach and Navigation

There are no dangers in the immediate approach to Komiza. The long breakwater protecting the bay from S is conspicuous. Note that if manoeuvering in the bay there are rocks inshore of the moorings on the E side of the harbour. Depths in the harbour range from 3.0 to 8.0 metres and on the breakwater from 2.0 metres at the root to 5.0 metres at the end.

Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)

Komiza is a summer port of entry. At other times of year, Split or Dubrovnik are the nearest mainland ports of entry and Korcula the nearest among the islands.

Berthing options

There are two main berthing options:

1. Breakwater quay
The usual berthing spot is on the breakwater quay at the S end of the bay, where depths are 2.0 - 5.0 metres. There are laid moorings along the quay for around 20 -30 yachts to go stern or bows-to. These moorings are often occupied by mid to late afternoon 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 is a public toilet near the breakwater. Shelter is good in winds from NW round to SE but poor in W and SW winds.

2. Mooring buoys
There are moorings buoys laid on the E side of the bay in depths of 6.0 - 8.0 metres, which are available for visiting yachts. Shelter on the buoys is good except with W and SW winds, when the breakwater berths are slightly better sheltered.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

It is possible to anchor with care NW of the line of moorings, although this position is quite exposed in any winds. Anchor in 8.0 - 10.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Basic emergency repairs only.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

No fuel berth. Water and electricity on the breakwater quay.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Gajeta Falkusa under sail
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Tito’s wartime HQ
Click for larger view

The town of Komiza has a proud maritime history, its fishing fleet being once the most active in the southern Dalmatian islands. There is a fishing museum in a 16th century Venetian tower on the waterfront which gives an insight into this history, including the role of the sturdy Komiza fishing boats known as gajeta falkusa. With transport, or if you fancy a long hike, it is possible to climb up to the summit of Hum mountain, where the views are superb. Half way up you can visit the wartime HQ of Tito, sited in a series of caves in an impregnable valley. The island of Bisevo five miles SW has a famous Blue Grotto which is best visited by tripper boat from Komiza

Grocery & Supply Stores

Supermarket, butcher and other provisions shops in the town. Fruit and vegetable market. Fish market.

Eateries

Several restaurants and café/bars ashore.

Internet/WiFi

In internet cafes.

Laundry

In the town.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Rental outlets in the town.

Garbage Disposal

Near the harbour.

Transport

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

Also 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:


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