Supetar
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Supetar, Croatia
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The commercial port of Supetar is situated on the N coast of the island of Brac, 10 miles SE of the town of Split on the mainland of Croatia. It is the main ferry port of the island and most of the tourists visiting the island during the summer are disgorged here. As such, it is not the quietest of places to moor and shelter is not as good as it might be in the afternoon sea breeze, which blows straight into the harbour from W/NW. However, it has the best selection of supermarkets and other shops on the island and is a good place to stop for provisions before exploring the island’s other harbours and anchorages. It is also handy as a pickup point for crew flying into the airport at Split.
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Charts
- British Admiralty
- 2712
- Croatian charts
- MK18
- 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.
The approach to Supetar has no hazards, although the coastline is shallow for some 300-400 metres off on either side of the harbour. Ferries from Split charge in and out of the harbour during the day and caution is needed on entering. The harbour consists of an outer basin behind a long breakwater oriented E-W and a smaller inner basin behind a wide jetty which is used by the ferries. Depths in the entrance are 6.0 metres; in the outer harbour 5.0 metres and in the inner harbour 3.0 - 4.0 metres.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Split is the nearest all-year round port of entry. During the summer, Hvar, Vis and, if arriving from N, Primosten on the mainland are also ports of entry.
Berthing options
Berthing options are limited in the harbour. The outer harbour is used by ferries and commercial ships lying alongside the breakwater or the jetty on its S side. Small craft on moorings occupy the rest of the outer basin. The inner basin is similarly crammed with small craft except for a stubby pier on the E side where around four yachts can moor on the end, using the mooring lines supplied. Shelter is reasonably good, although there can be a bit of chop with the afternoon sea breeze. Strong winds from NW or N cause a considerable swell in the harbour and could be dangerous.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None. See entry for Milna.
Anchorages
In settled weather it is possible to anchor in the sandy cove 500 metres W of the harbour, as close inshore as your draft permits. Depths here are 4.0 - 5.0 metres and the holding is good in sand. Shelter here is reasonably good from S and W winds but the anchorage is untenable in winds from N or E. The anchorage is also subject to ferry wash during the day.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel berth. Water tap at root of stubby pier. No electricity.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The 18th century Church of the Annunciation in the town has some interesting alter paintings inside. Relics of earlier occupation include some early 6th century Christian mosaics located near the church, which date from the earlier church dedicated to St Peter on the site. In the cemetery of the church of Sv. Nikola is an impressive white stone mausoleum dedicated to the Petrinovic family. In part of the cemetery are the remains of a Roman villa.
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Grocery & Supply Stores
Several supermarkets and provisions shops in the town. Fruit and vegetable market.
Eateries
Numerous restaurants ashore.
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Car and scooter rental outlets in the town.
Garbage Disposal
Near the waterfront.
Transport
- Daily ferries to Split.
- Buses to local destinations
- Airport of Split with international flights
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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