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== Koper, Slovenia ==
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{{IsPartOf|Mediterranean|Adriatic Sea|Slovenia}}
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| summary= The town of '''Koper''' lies on the coast of Slovenia three miles S of the border with [[Italy]] and four miles E of the harbour of [[Izola]]. It is the only commercial port in [[Slovenia]] as well as being the most northerly harbour on the country’s short coastline.  In addition to a charming old town, Koper also has a small marina, [[Marina Koper]], offering 75 berths for yachts of up to 18.0 metres, plus a small boatyard that can winter around 25 yachts.
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[[Image:KoperTown.jpg|350px|thumb|right|''' The mediaeval town of Koper '''<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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The town of Koper lies on the coast of Slovenia three miles S of the border with Italy and four miles E of the harbour of [[Izola]]. Is the only commercial port in [[Slovenia]] as well as being the most northerly harbour on the country’s short coastline.  Originally an ancient island settlement, Koper was part of the Venetian republic from 1232 and became capital of the province of Istria by the 15th century.  The town’s influence waned with the establishment of its near neighbour in Italy, [[Trieste]], as a free port in 1719.  Most of the remaining Italian population left in 1954 when the town was ceded to the new Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and Koper only began to recover its former importance following Slovenian independence in 1991, when it became the new nation’s only commercial port.  In addition to a charming old town, Koper also has a small marina, [[Marina Koper]], offering 75 berths for yachts of up to 18.0 metres, plus a small boatyard that can winter around 25 yachts.
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==Charts==
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British Admiralty 1471, 1426
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Italian charts 924
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==Weather==
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''See [[Slovenia#Weather|Slovenia]]''.
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Imray Nautical Chart M24
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==Passages==
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''See [[Slovenia#Passages|Slovenia]]''.
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==Radio Nets==
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==Communication==
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]''
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{{Green|Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}}
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==Local Weather==
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|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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==Navigation==
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A tall belfry in the town is conspicuous from some distance off.  There are no dangers in the approach, although entry to the marina is tricky in strong onshore winds. The marina is entered from WSW.
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Sources of weather forecasting:
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{{Note}}The buoyed off bathing area to starboard, which restricts maneuvering space in the entrance.
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* Radio Slovenia broadcasts a forecast at 0635 and 0955 local time on 928 kHz and on FM.
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==Entrance==
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* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast from Italy on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation.
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[[{{PAGENAME}}]] is a port of entry for Slovenia. For details ''see [[Slovenia#Entrance|Entrance: Slovenia]]''.
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* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on Italian VHF coastal stations (e.g. Trieste) following a notification on channel 16.
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* Navtex weather forecasts covering the Adriatic are broadcast from stations at Trieste, Split (Croatia) and Kerkyra (Corfu).
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* The Croatian meteorological office has a useful web-based forecast service for winds and wave heights on [http://meteo.hr/index_en.php]
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==Approach and Navigation==
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==Berthing==
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A tall belfry in the town is conspicuous from some distance off.  There are no dangers in the approach, although entry to the marina is tricky in strong onshore winds.  The marina is entered from WSW.  Note the buoyed off bathing area to starboard, which restricts maneuvering space in the entrance.  
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It is possible to berth in the old harbour SW of the marina, but this is usually full of local boats.
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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See entry for [[Marina Koper]] for details.  It is also possible to berth in the old harbour SW of the marina, but this is usually full of local boats.
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{{poi | lat=45.55046| lon=13.72612
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==Anchorages==
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{{Image right| KoperAnchorage.jpg| The marina and anchorage at Koper }}
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It is possible in settled weather to anchor half a mile SW of the marina, where there is a reasonably sheltered cove S of the long breakwater of the old harbour. Anchor in 4.0 - 5.0 metres, clear of the numerous moorings. The holding is good in mud.
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[[Marina Koper]]
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It is possible in settled weather to anchor half a mile SW of the marina, where there is a reasonably sheltered cove S of the long breakwater of the old harbour.  Anchor in 4.0 - 5.0 metres clear of the numerous moorings.  The holding is good in mud.
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[[Image:KoperAnchorage.jpg|300px|thumb|right| The marina and anchorage at Koper <br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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|Water| In [[Marina Koper]]
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See entry for [[Marina Koper]].
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|Electricity| In [[Marina Koper]]
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|Toilets| In [[Marina Koper]]
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|Showers| In [[Marina Koper]]
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|Garbage| Bins at the [[Marina Koper|marina]]
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====
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See entry for [[Marina Koper]].
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|Fuel| Fuel dock in [[Marina Koper]]
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|Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Chandlers| In [[Marina Koper]]
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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===Tourism===
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|Repairs| In [[Marina Koper#Repairs/Yard|Marina Koper]]
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The old town of Koper is a delight to explore, with narrow lanes and picturesque houses with red-tiled roofs.  Notable buildings include the 15th century Praetorian Palace, a Venetian Gothic confection now used as the town hall; a Loggia Palace originally constructed in 1462, and the city Bell Tower, from which a climb of 204 steps gives magnificent views over the town and harbour.
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|Internet| WiFi in [[Marina Koper]]
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<center style="clear: both;"><gallery caption="Gallery" widths="190px" heights="140px" perrow="4">
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Image:KoperSquare.jpg|The old town of Koper
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|Vehicle rentals| Rental outlets in the town
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Image:KoperLoggia.jpg|The 15th century Loggia Palace
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Image:KoperPalace.jpg|The Praetorian Palace, Koper
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Image:KoperBellTower.jpg|Bell Tower, Koper
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===
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Good provisions shops in the town
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Good provisions shops in the town.
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===Eateries===
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==Eating out==
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* Restaurant in the marina
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* Restaurant in the [[Marina Koper|marina]]
* Numerous others in the old town
* Numerous others in the old town
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===Internet/WiFi===
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==Transportation==
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In the marina.
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===Laundry===
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In the marina.
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Rental outlets in the town.
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Bins at the marina.
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* Bus and train stations one kilometre away
* Bus and train stations one kilometre away
* Small airport at [[Portoroz]], 15 kilometres WSW
* Small airport at [[Portoroz]], 15 kilometres WSW
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* Airport of [[Trieste]] in Italy 50 kimlometres
* Airport of [[Trieste]] in Italy 50 kimlometres
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====History====
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Originally an ancient island settlement, Koper was part of the Venitian Republic. From 1232 and became capital of the province of Istria by the 15th century. The town’s influence waned with the establishment of its near neighbour in Italy, [[Trieste]], as a free port in 1719.  Most of the remaining Italian population left in 1954 when the town was ceded to the new Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and Koper only began to recover its former importance following Slovenian independence in 1991, when it became the new nation’s only commercial port.
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The old town of Koper is a delight to explore, with narrow lanes and picturesque houses with red-tiled roofs.  Notable buildings include the 15th century Praetorian Palace, a Venetian Gothic confection now used as the town hall; a Loggia Palace originally constructed in 1462, and the city Bell Tower, from which a climb of 204 steps gives magnificent views over the town and harbour.
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{{himage|KoperSquare.jpg|The old town of Koper}}
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{{himage|KoperPalace.jpg|The Praetorian Palace, Koper}}
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{{himage|KoperBellTower.jpg|Bell Tower, Koper}}
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==Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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==Forums==
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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*Official Slovenian tourism website:  [http://www.slovenia.info/en/Home.htm?home=0&lng=2]
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* [http://www.slovenia.info/en/Home.htm?home=0&lng=2 Official Slovenian tourism website]
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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]] 16:52, 4 February 2011 (UTC)
* Data compiled from web research (please update if possible)--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 16:52, 4 February 2011 (UTC)
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World ▶ Mediterranean ▶ Adriatic Sea ▶ Slovenia ▶ Koper

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Koper
Port of Entry
45°32.850'N, 013°43.370'E Chart icon.png
lat=45.5475 | lon=13.72283 | zoom=15 | y
KoperTown.jpg
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The mediaeval town of Koper

The town of Koper lies on the coast of Slovenia three miles S of the border with Italy and four miles E of the harbour of Izola. It is the only commercial port in Slovenia as well as being the most northerly harbour on the country’s short coastline. In addition to a charming old town, Koper also has a small marina, Marina Koper, offering 75 berths for yachts of up to 18.0 metres, plus a small boatyard that can winter around 25 yachts.

Charts

British Admiralty
1471
1426
Italian
924
Imray
M24

Weather

See Slovenia.

Passages

See Slovenia.

Communication

Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Navigation

A tall belfry in the town is conspicuous from some distance off. There are no dangers in the approach, although entry to the marina is tricky in strong onshore winds. The marina is entered from WSW.

Note: The buoyed off bathing area to starboard, which restricts maneuvering space in the entrance.

Entrance

Koper is a port of entry for Slovenia. For details see Entrance: Slovenia.

Berthing

It is possible to berth in the old harbour SW of the marina, but this is usually full of local boats.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Marina Koper

Marina Koper/wiki/Koper#.5B.5BMarina_Koper.5D.5D
Marina icon Marina Koper [[Koper#Marina Koper|Marina Koper]] (Marina Capodistria) 45°33.028'N, 013°43.567'E
Port of Entry

Anchorages

The marina and anchorage at Koper

It is possible in settled weather to anchor half a mile SW of the marina, where there is a reasonably sheltered cove S of the long breakwater of the old harbour. Anchor in 4.0 - 5.0 metres, clear of the numerous moorings. The holding is good in mud.

Amenities

Facilities
Water In Marina Koper
Electricity In Marina Koper
Toilets In Marina Koper
Showers In Marina Koper
Laundry In Marina Koper
Garbage Bins at the marina
Supplies
Fuel Fuel dock in Marina Koper
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers In Marina Koper
Services
Repairs In Marina Koper
Internet WiFi in Marina Koper
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals Rental outlets in the town

Provisioning

Good provisions shops in the town.

Eating out

  • Restaurant in the marina
  • Numerous others in the old town

Transportation

  • Bus and train stations one kilometre away
  • Small airport at Portoroz, 15 kilometres WSW
  • International airport of Ljubljana 130 kilometres
  • Airport of Trieste in Italy 50 kimlometres

Tourism

History

Originally an ancient island settlement, Koper was part of the Venitian Republic. From 1232 and became capital of the province of Istria by the 15th century. The town’s influence waned with the establishment of its near neighbour in Italy, Trieste, as a free port in 1719. Most of the remaining Italian population left in 1954 when the town was ceded to the new Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and Koper only began to recover its former importance following Slovenian independence in 1991, when it became the new nation’s only commercial port.

Places to Visit

The old town of Koper is a delight to explore, with narrow lanes and picturesque houses with red-tiled roofs. Notable buildings include the 15th century Praetorian Palace, a Venetian Gothic confection now used as the town hall; a Loggia Palace originally constructed in 1462, and the city Bell Tower, from which a climb of 204 steps gives magnificent views over the town and harbour.

The old town of Koper
The 15th century Loggia Palace
The Praetorian Palace, Koper
Bell Tower, Koper

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See Slovenia.

Comments

We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.

Verified by

Date of member's last visit to Koper and this page's details validated:

  • Data compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 16:52, 4 February 2011 (UTC)



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