Sućuraj
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Sucuraj, Croatia
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The small harbour of Sucuraj lies at the extreme E tip of the island of Hvar in Croatia, on the S side of the cape of the same name and just over two miles SW of the mainland ferry terminal and fishing harbour of Drvenik. There is not a lot of space in the harbour for visiting yachts, but it is usually possible to squeeze in as long as one of the several flotillas which use the port are not in residence. The setting is spectacular, being only a few miles from the 1762 metre high mountain of Biokovo on the mainland. As the only harbour of any size in the E half of Hvar Island, Sucuraj is a handy port of call before heading to the mainland harbours of Makarska or Ploce. Shelter is good in all but strong E or SE winds.
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Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1574
- Croatian charts
- MK20
- 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.
There are no dangers in the immediate approach to Zavala, other than the ferries to Drvenik, which use the harbour daily, and rocky shallows inshore towards the E side of the entrance. Depths in the harbour range from 7.0 metres at the entrance to 2.0 - 4.0 metres on the quays.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Hvar Town is the nearest summer port of entry. At other times of year, Split or Korcula are the nearest year-round ports of entry.
Berthing options
There are several mooring options in Sucuraj harbour, all in the outer harbour (the inner harbour is shallow). Options are as follows:
1. Outer harbour catwalk
A catwalk has been installed along the S side of the outer harbour, between the car ferry pier and the outer end of the breakwater. Depths here are 2.0 - 3.0 metres, but because of ballasting yachts are better to go bows-to. Smaller yachts may be able to go alongside if the harbour is not busy. Water and electricity are available on the quay.
2. Breakwater end
It is possible for one or two yachts to go alongside the end of the breakwater, immediately S of the light structure on the end. Depths here are 3.0 - 4.0 metres. This position is slightly more exposed to ferry swell. No facilities.
3. Town quays
Otherwise, a visiting yacht must squeeze in alongside or bows/stern-to using the anchor on the remaining quays wherever there is space. Tripper boats use most of the quay on the N side of the harbour but there is often space elsewhere to squeeze in. Depths along the quays range from 2.0 to 4.0 metres.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel. Water and electricity on the catwalk and some quays.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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Sucuraj is an ancient town, with traces of civilization dating back to Illyrian times. The town retains a largely mediaeval street plan, its narrow lanes crowded with old stone houses. The Baroque church of St Anthony of Padua in the town is worth a visit, as is the nearby Monastery of St Augustin (now occupied by a Franciscan order), begun in the 13th century. Finally, the walk down to the lighthouse on Cape Sucuraj is rewarded with superb views over to the peak of Mount Biokovo.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Supermarket and provisions shops.
Eateries
Restaurants and café/bars ashore.
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Bins by the harbour.
Transport
- Ferries to Drvenik on mainland.
- Buses to local destinations.
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
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:
- August 2005 --Athene of Lymington 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)
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