Slano
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Slano, Croatia
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The deep and sheltered inlet of Slano lies 13 NW of the entrance to the harbour of Dubrovnik on the Adriatic coast of Croatia and two miles NE of the island of Sipan. The inlet is a useful overnight anchorage for yachts on passage to and from Dubrovnik or seeking shelter in northerly winds. Visiting yachts have the choice of anchoring at the top of the bay off the hamlet of Slano or, if there is space, berthing stern/bows-to the quay of the village. Shelter in the inlet is good, although strong SW winds send in an unpleasant swell and can make the quay at Slano untenable.
Local Weather
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, especially along the Velebitski channel. It tends to blow less strongly S of Zadar.
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.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1580
- Croatian
- 100-21
- Imray
- M25
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
There are no hazards in the approach to the inlet of Slano. A light structure on the NW headland at the entrance to the inlet is visible from some distance. There are shoal patches extending off the headlands on both sides and a yacht should not pass too close on entry.
Berthing options
Town quay
The best place to moor (except in southerly winds) is stern/bows-to the quay of the settlement of Slano at the NE head of the inlet. The quay can be identified by the green light structure on its S end. The S end of the quay is often taken up by fishing boats moored alongside, but the N end (the part extending for 50 metres S from the small cafe) has been equipped with eight laid moorings and - better still - this section has now been dredged to 3.5 - 4 metres all along its length. Water and electricity are available on request. The mooring charge in June 2014 was 273 kuna for 13 metres plus 70 for electricity and 30 for water. Shelter here is good in all but strong SW winds, which send in a heavy swell and make the quay untenable.
There is also a spanking new section of quay S of the green light structure which looks very tempting BUT at present (June 2014) depths are barely 2.0 metres alongside and there are numerous small craft moorings to snag one's prop. If they dredge it, remove the mooring buoys and install laid lines it could add a further 10-15 stern-to berths here.
Anchorage
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Alternatively, anchor off the village of Slano in 8.0 - 10.0 metres clear of the moorings and the buoyed-off swimming area of the Admiral Hotel. The holding is excellent in mud and shelter good in all but strong SW winds. Another anchorage is the bay of Banja at the SE end of the inlet, where depths are around 10.0 - 12.0 metres and the holding is good in mud. Shelter here is less good in northerly winds, but better than Slano in southerlies. The bay to the W of the entrance with the large hotel has very poor holding and is unsuitable for anchoring.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel. Water and electricity available on Slano quay (at a price).
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The village of Slano sits in pleasant surroundings, although it is still to an extent recovering from the destructive effects of the Croatian War of Independence, when it was heavily shelled. The village’s Franciscan church has some early Christian sarcophagi on display in front of the church.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Minimarket at Slano.
Eateries
Restaurant at Slano.
Internet/WiFi
Free wifi on Slano town quay from Hotspot Croatia.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Bins near the quay.
Transportation
- Buses to Dubrovnik.
Routes/Passages To/From
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
Links to relevant websites.
For other useful websites, see Croatia.
References & Publications
See Croatia.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- Slano quay is much improved with the provision of laid mooring lines and will be even more yacht-friendly once the new S section of the quay is fully commissioned. --Athene of Lymington
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- June 2014 --Athene of Lymington
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