Račišće
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 Racisce harbour from NW |
The small harbour of Luka Račišće lies on the N coast of the island of Korcula in Croatia, separated from the W end of the long Peljesac Peninsula on the mainland by a mile-wide channel. The bay is around five miles W of the facilities of Korcula Town, which are easily accessible by bus. The village of Racisce is built around the natural amphitheatre of the bay and surrounded by forested hills. Its harbour provides a peaceful alternative to the bustle of Korcula Town during the busy summer months and shelter is good in any but northerly winds.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1574
- Croatian charts
- MK22
- Imray
- M26 (Split to Dubrovnik)
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.
Communication
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
There are no dangers in the approach to Luka Racisce. A war memorial on the headland on the NE side of the bay is a useful marker. The harbour at the head of the bay is protected by a long jetty on the SW side of the bay, marked with a green starboard beacon.
Entrance
Korcula Town is the nearest year-round port of entry.
Berthing
The best berthing option for a visiting yacht is to go stern or bows-to the jetty on the W side of the bay using the anchor. Depths here are 4.0 - 5.0 metres and the holding is good in sand and weed. However, there are reports that the bottom is foul in parts of the harbour, so it may be wise to buoy the anchor (or watch very carefully where you drop it). Alternatively, if the harbour is not busy, it may be possible to go alongside. Shelter is good in all but fresh to strong winds from NW round to NE.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
It is possible to anchor off in the bay immediately E of the end of the breakwater, although depths here are 12 - 15 metres. Holding is good in sand and weed. Shelter is good in all but fresh to strong winds from NW round to NE.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
None.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The village is pleasant and a nice place to ‘chill out’ rather than a must-see destination.
Grocery & Supply Stores
One provisions shop in the village.
Eateries
Restaurants and café/bars in the village.
Internet/WiFi
In hotel only.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Bins near the harbour.
Transport
Local buses to Korcula Town.
Routes/Passages To/From
See Croatia.
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
- Račišće at the Wikipedia
- Korcula Tourism website
For other useful websites, see Croatia.
References & Publications
See Croatia.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Račišće and this page's details validated:
- August 2005 --Athene of Lymington 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)
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